Job Description
Join the City of Portland's dynamic team as a Part-Time Government Specialist. We're urgently seeking motivated professionals to support critical federal, state, and local initiatives through remote work. This flexible position offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on public service while maintaining work-life balance. Perfect for students, career-changers, or experienced professionals seeking part-time engagement in civic affairs.
Responsibilities
- Support research and analysis for municipal policy development
- Assist with grant application preparation and compliance monitoring
- Coordinate stakeholder communications across government agencies
- Manage digital records and documentation for public programs
- Conduct data collection and reporting for performance metrics
- Support community outreach initiatives for public awareness campaigns
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project deliverables
Qualifications
- US citizenship or legal authorization to work in government positions
- Associate's degree or equivalent experience in public administration
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Basic knowledge of government operations and regulations
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Experience with remote collaboration tools (Zoom, Teams, etc.)