Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:
$88,604.78 - $135,792.20 Annual

Department:
Department of County Human Services (DCHS)

Job Type:
Regular Non-Represented

Exemption Status:
United States of America (Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
August 09, 2026

The Opportunity:
Overview

Please note: This recruitment will remain open until the closing date (August 9, 2026, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST) or until 150 applications are received - whichever event occurs first. Please apply without delay!

As the Preschool Partnerships Supervisor of the Preschool & Early Learning Division in the Department of County Human Services (DCHS), you will actively champion racial justice and equity within early childhood programs and systems at Multnomah County and in the community. You will supervise a team and lead the day-to-day activities of the Preschool for All (PFA) mixed-delivery system.

You will lead a team responsible for supporting the success of participating programs, communicating with families who have concerns about their child's preschool experience, and coordinating partnerships that will support providers, children and families. You will implement policies and procedures, maintain workflows and meeting structures, ensure responsive and proactive communication with preschool programs, monitor programs for contract compliance and alignment with PFA expectations. This position will ensure that processes, policies and procedures align with Preschool for All's stated goals of building relationships and supporting the success of Black, Indigenous, and Preschool Providers of Color.

You will utilize the community framework and vision for Preschool for All as a foundation for policy development, program planning, and implementation strategies. You will cultivate and nurture partnerships with preschool providers, Child Care Resource & Referral, early childhood system organizations, and others. Your leadership and demonstrated commitment to racial justice will support a new Division within DCHS and will guide the initiative to develop and strengthen relationships with preschool providers.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Support the ongoing planning and operational oversight of the PFA mixed-delivery system of independently run preschool programs across Multnomah County.
• Lead the operational execution of the PFA Provider Support Framework, directing and guiding the Preschool Specialist team as they manage caseloads from onboarding through foundational and sustained support phases.
• Train, guide, and align the Preschool Specialist team in applying a "contractual consultation" lens to monitoring; ensure field staff utilize open ended questioning to identify provider resource gaps while maintaining robust fiscal stewardship.
• Synthesize frontline implementation trends, risk points, and system barriers identified by the field team to actively inform the Compliance Manager's development of program policies, strategic planning, and Program Guide revisions.
• Develop, implement, and monitor program policies and procedures that promote racial equity internally and externally.
• Directly manage, investigate, and resolve high-sensitivity family complaints, public inquiries, and complex provider grievances using restorative, de-escalation, and closure-oriented communication strategies.
• Design, deploy, and manage team tracking systems, yearly program calendars, case note standards, and meeting structures to guarantee that preschool programs receive clear guidance and that specialist files are audit-ready.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with PFA providers, PFA partners, and other ECE systems partners and stakeholders to build unified support structures.
• Conceptualize, develop, and oversee quality initiatives, equity-centered partnerships, and change management plans that are deeply informed by the feedback of Black, Brown, Native American Indigenous, and People of Color interacting with the division.
• Facilitate multi-directional feedback loops between PEL, PFA providers, and PFA partners to intentionally strengthen the overall provider experience and program implementation.
• Provide reflective supervision, leadership, and daily operational direction exclusively to the team of Preschool Specialists.
• Act as a resource, and provide direction, guidance, and leadership to staff that prioritizes racial equity and builds a culture of safety, belonging, and trust for employees.
• Develop procedures and work flows that increase collaboration and knowledge-sharing with a focus on racial equity and reducing barriers.
• Cultivate a collaborative team environment that prioritizes racial justice, vulnerability, and truth-telling, allowing innovation and collaborative problem-solving to thrive.
• Represent the Preschool & Early Learning Division on interagency task forces, committees, and community outreach activities.

Key Knowledge & Experience:

• Advance knowledge of best practices in early childhood education (preschool serving 0-5 years old) and preschool quality including instructional, provider technical support, and inclusion practices.
• Advanced knowledge of early childhood systems, early care and education, and preschool quality for preschool programs serving children 0-5 years of age.
• Advanced abilities to address personal biases.
• Advanced knowledge and skill in advancing racial justice, understanding how systems of oppression intersect, and applying an equity lens in policy and programming processes.
• 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
• Knowledge and understanding of trauma-informed practices that actively resist re traumatization of individuals and communities
• Experience in supervising and leading diverse teams
• Experience leading complex projects, programs, and/or initiatives
• Experience in creating contracts and contract compliance development and implementation.
• Experience in developing and implementing program policies and procedures.

The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future regular, limited duration, full or part time, temporary, or on-call positions.

To Qualify:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:

• Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
• Five (5) years of early childhood education (childcare and preschool services for children 0-5 years of age) program experience
• Three (3) years of program management experience including supervision
• Must have a valid driver's license by time of hire
• Must pass a criminal background check

*Transferable Skills:

Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experiences that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position. Equity note: Research suggests that women and Black, Indigenous, and other persons of color are less likely than men and white job-seekers to apply for positions unless they are confident they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. We strongly encourage all interested individuals to apply, and allow us to evaluate the knowledge, skills and abilities that you demonstrate, using an intentional equity lens.

Screening and Evaluation:

The Application Packet:

Your completed application must include both of the following items to be considered:

• A completed online application and/or resume.
• A cover letter. Please attach a cover letter as a separate document. In your cover letter:
  
  • 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).

Internal candidates: After you have submitted your application, please check your Workday inbox and complete the Veterans' Preference Questionnaire prior to the application deadline.

Veterans' Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans' preference for this recruitment. Review our veterans' preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply. The recruiter as listed on the job announcement must receive all required documentation by the closing date of the recruitment.

The Selection Process

For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• 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

Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Additional Information

Type of Position: This salaried, management position is not eligible for overtime pay

Location: 464 SE 185th Avenue, Portland, OR 97233

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Teleworking: At this time, this position can be designated as routine telework. This designation of telework may be subject to change at a future time. Currently, all employees who telework must reside in Oregon or Washington; the county cannot support ongoing telework from other locations.

Benefits: Multnomah County offers a generous benefits package. For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit: https://multco.us/benefits/new-employee-benefits

Pay Equity: The county regularly reviews pay equity for our workforce. When setting pay we consider applicants' education, experience, seniority, training, and tenure in relation to other employees performing a similar level of work.

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 Disaster Service Worker Information page.

In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.