Capital Controls Analyst II - CPPW

Full Job Description

Job Appointment: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: 1120 SW 5TH AVE, PORTLAND, OR 97204
Benefits: For an overview of the benefits for this position, you can visit our benefits tab.
Union Representation: City of Portland Professional Workers (CPPW). View the agreement at https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bhr/27840

Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to attach a resume and a cover letter.

About the position:

The Capital Controls Analyst is an important bureau partner contributing to the successful implementation of the Portland Bureau of Transportation’s (PBOT) Capital Program, a portfolio of transportation projects valued over $200M. This work will require experience in data analysis and an understanding of capital project management. The individual selected for this position will need to possess excellent communication skills as well as knowledge and experience with improving complex processes to help PBOT Leadership and Project Managers make informed data-driven decisions. This position will report to the Budget and Management Division Manager but will also take direction from the Capital Controls lead analyst.

About the division:

The Budget and Management Division has 8 employees and provides essential services to the bureau, including: budget development and monitoring, revenue forecasting, local improvement district financing, debt management, and capital project controls.

What you’ll get to do:

• Work with the lead Capital Controls Analyst on various responsibilities
• Work with Capital Controls lead to further refine existing reports and dashboards as well as develop new reports and dashboards targeting various audiences

• Develop and deliver detailed analysis and reports on capital project scopes, schedules, and budgets to different stakeholder groups utilizing data from multiple sources such as SAP, e-Builder, and ArcGIS.
• Work with capital project managers to monitor, manage, and improve project management processes, procedures, and reporting.
• Map and document existing processes, modules, and user interfaces within e-Builder, and update documentation as needed to maintain a current and accurate record of the system

• Research, share information, and provide answers to questions from the public, elected officials, external public agencies and jurisdictions, other Bureaus/Offices, and various organizations, committees, community groups, and labor representatives.
• Develop and present objective analyses, observations, findings, conclusions, and recommendations to supervisors, managers, and City officials via written reports, oral presentations, and public forums
• Provide training, problem-solving, advice, support, and guidance in areas of expertise

Who you are:

• Excellent Communicator: You are a strong communicator to both technical and non-technical individuals, and proficient verbally and in writing
• Innovative: You have an aptitude for continuous improvement and can excel in change management. You’ve demonstrated the ability to remain flexible, agile, and calm in a high-paced environment that relies on quick and stable decision-making
• Problem Solver: You can identify problems early and value collaboration. You utilize active listening, effective communication, and facilitation skills in working with others to find resolutions
• Authentic: Effective in a professional, diverse, multi-cultural environment. You treat customers, co-workers, and employees with respect and are accountable
• Results Driven: This position is high-paced, dynamic, and requires a candidate who can take charge, bring focus, and finish tasks in a timely, accurate, and professional manner
• Organized: Able to work on a multitude of tasks and understand/respond to various situations in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
• Relationship Builder: An outgoing professional who values building trust, partnerships, and relationships to support an inclusive culture and accomplish objectives more effectively

Questions?:
Terrol Johnson
Senior Recruiter
terrol.johnson@portlandoregon.gov

Requirements

Applicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and résumé how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications:

1. Knowledge of principles, tools, and techniques for project planning and management.
2. Experience with developing and delivering detailed analysis and reports on capital project scopes, schedules, and budgets to different stakeholder groups, utilizing data from multiple sources such as SAP, e-Builder, and ArcGIS.
3. Experience utilizing e-Builder or similar project management software to monitor, manage, and improve project management processes, procedures, and reporting.
4. Ability to work under limited supervision, independently determine methodologies, assumptions, and data parameters to develop and adjust analytical models; determine report formatting; determine methods for resolving issues.

Qualifications

STEP 1: Apply online between February 16, 2026, and March 2, 2026

Cover letter.Details are key!

The city uses a merit-based system, so your cover letter should be thorough and specifically address each qualification listed in the "To Qualify" section of the job announcement.

Your cover letter can exceed one page to ensure you can provide detailed information for every qualification.

Follow the instructions, as a subject matter expert will be evaluating your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements.

Resume

Answer to Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)

Optional Application Materials:

• Veteran’s Preference documents (e.g., DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter) must be submitted by the closing date.
• Update: As of March 3, 2025, if you have already submitted veteran documents and qualified for preference, you do not need to resubmit them for future recruitments.
• To update or remove veteran preference for this recruitment or from your profile, contact the recruiter listed in the job announcement.

Application Tips:

• Your cover letter can exceed one page but no more than three, to ensure you can provide detailed information for every qualification. A subject matter expert will evaluate your details to confirm that you meet the minimum requirements.
• Your résumé should support the details described in your cover letter.

How We Determine Pay: The City of Portland is covered by the Oregon Equal Pay Act.

Your salary is determined based on the experience listed in your resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position for which you are applying.

It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid, regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all your relevant experience.

• E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
• Do not attach any additional documents.
• Please note that all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
• You can use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please make sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting. We encourage the use of AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills.
• All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process.

BOLI: Equal Pay for Workers: State of Oregon
Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of gender, race, age, or other protected characteristics.

• An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, is weighted 100%.
• Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
• You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation results. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.
• Additional evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

• The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
• Please note, that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

• A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

Additional Information

Click here for additional information regarding the following:

• City of Portland Core Values
• Recruitment Process - Work Status
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Veteran Preference
• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations

Did you know? The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement.