Senior Operations Manager

* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study, or equivalent education and/or practical experience* Five (5) + years of increasingly responsible program management experience including supervision and budget management* Must pass a criminal background check* Advanced knowledge and understanding of the issues surrounding equity, inclusion, implicit bias, institutional racism, and other forms of systemic oppression* Experience using knowledge and understanding of institutional racism and systemic oppression to build or change processes, policies, and/or procedures* Knowledge and understanding of cultures, customs and social experiences of communities experiencing marginalization and barriers to opportunity, especially for Black and Indigenous child care providers and families, and families and providers of color* Experience in leading public sector budgeting and contract processes and management* Experience with technology system management* Knowledge and understanding of trauma-informed practices that actively resist retraumatization of individuals and communities* Experience using a participatory management style to promote teamwork and a \"learning\" work environment for employees* Experience in supervising and leading diverse teams* Experience in planning and leading complex projects, programs, and/or initiatives* Comfort with change* Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position and how your background makes you a great candidate for this role described in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement.* Preschool for All is a truly unique opportunity to build a new system for children and families in our community. Please include why working on this initiative appeals to you.**Please note**: Your application and/or resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview. The quality of your response may determine if you are moved on to the next review. Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the online application/resume about how your background is relevant. Information stated in your cover letter must be consistent with your application and/or resume (when applicable).* Initial review of minimum qualifications* An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates* Consideration of top candidates through phone screen and/or interviews* Background and reference checks**Benefits:** Multnomah County offers a generous benefits package. For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit:**Serving the Public, Even During Disasters** Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the page*.* #J-18808-Ljbffr Multnomah County