Community Beautification Program Manager

Cultivate Initiatives • Portland, OR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Cultivate Initiatives is a nonprofit organization that works alongside people on the margins to empower individuals and communities through inclusive initiatives and support. Its work focuses on workforce development, housing and homemaking, and supportive sheltering.

The Community Beautification Program Manager oversees the Community Beautification Leads, Technicians, and Apprentices, as well as the Workforce Logistics Coordinator. The role manages daily routes and projects, staff supervision and safety, supplies and budgets, fee-for-service projects, client partnerships, billing, and collaboration with Employment Services. The manager also develops on-the-job training, improves program processes, and represents the organization to community partners and private companies.

This is a full-time, exempt position, with required in-person attendance at Cultivate Initiatives’ offices Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work is primarily indoors, with occasional outdoor interactions in all types of weather. The position is accountable to the Workforce Director.

Requirements

• At least one year of work experience in a supervisory or managerial position, or three years of experience in workforce development.
• Valid driver’s license; proof must be provided.
• Experience following and implementing safety compliance protocols and procedures.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and support a diverse staff with lived experience of homelessness using trauma-informed management practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present strategic reports and proposals.
• Demonstrated success managing deliverables and fulfilling contractual commitments.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and demonstrated success working within unified management teams.
• Excellent computer skills, including word processing, database, calendar, spreadsheet, email, and remote meeting software such as Zoom or Google Meet.
• Ability to maintain positive, professional relationships with program participants, volunteers, coworkers, staff from other agencies, funders, and the general public.
• Ability to interact effectively with people of diverse ethnic, religious, cultural, and sexual-orientation backgrounds and treat each individual with respect and dignity.
• Ability to work in person at the organization’s offices Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements due to continuous use of computer keyboards and other office equipment.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or religious exemption must be provided.

Nice To Haves

• Contract management experience, landscape maintenance management experience, or an industry-related license or certification (for example, landscape contractor, certified landscape technician, or waste management) is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision, coaching, annual performance evaluations, and safety leadership for program staff.
• Maintain the daily route and project schedule and delegate daily assignments for the Community Beautification team.
• Maintain operational supply inventory within the allocated budget.
• Manage fee-for-service projects, data collection, client partnerships, and program billing.
• Represent Cultivate Initiatives positively and pitch services to potential community partners and private companies to expand fee-for-service contracts.
• Facilitate communication between Employment Services and Community Beautification to support daily intern activity and program completion.
• De-escalate tensions and conflicts between team members, interns, or neighbors receiving services.
• Develop and implement on-the-job training in collaboration with the Employment Services team and Workforce Director.
• Meet regularly with the Workforce Director and Director of Finance to prepare budgets and oversee program expenditures.
• Improve program processes and procedures to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Plan and organize work effectively and ensure its timely completion.
• Participate in special projects and activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Workforce Director.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by contributing to a nonprofit organization’s success.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed