Ordinance2026-306

Create new non-represented classification of Council Public Information Officer and establish a compensation range for this classification

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This classification is created to perform professional communications and public affairs work in support of the City Council and Council Operations. The position serves as a spokesperson and communications resource, managing media relations, public information activities, strategic messaging, and crisis communications. The position will also have a role in supporting community outreach activities.

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Who is affected

This action is largely internal to City government processes.

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Financial impact

There is no direct cost to create the new classification.The Council Public Information Officer has a range of $102,856.00 annual full time to $133,619.20 annual full time.

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Official title: Create new non-represented classification of Council Public Information Officer and establish a compensation range for this classification

Ordinance 192220Final official action · Portland.gov
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The City of Portland ordains.Section 1. The Council finds:In accordance with the policies established by the City Council based on a classification and compensation review, the Bureau of Human Resources is creating one new non-represented classification and establishing a compensation rate, effective upon passage by Council.NOW, THEREFORE, the Council directs:The following classification is being created:Job ClassPay RangeCouncil Public Information OfficerAnnual Effective upon ratification: $102,856.00 - $133,619.20Hourly Effective upon ratification: $49.45–$64.24The recommended compensation range is aligned with the City's existing Central Public Information Officer classification and will be working in the interest of City Council within the Office of Council Operations.

Meeting history2 meetings · 1 vote
Passed to second readingAgenda item 9

Item pulled from the consent agenda for discussion. Passed to second reading September 16, 2026 at 6:00 pm

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  1. SOURCE UPDATED

    Passed

  2. SOURCE UPDATED

    Passed on September 16, 2026 by City Council

  3. Council Action

    Passed

  4. SOURCE UPDATED

    Passed to second reading on September 9, 2026 by City Council

  5. Council Action

    Passed to second reading

  6. SOURCE UPDATED

    Referred to City Council by Council President

  7. DOCUMENT PUBLISHED

    Referred to City Council by Council President

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