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The Blueprint Foundation is currently hiring for two WISE Program Assistants and one Workforce Development Program Assistant. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. Learn more below!
Job Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Location: Hybrid, Portland, OR Metro Area
Pay Range: $21 – $24 per hour, plus benefits
About the Blueprint Foundation: Blueprint is a non-profit workforce development organization dedicating its time and talent to encourage and guide young people toward careers in the industry of their choosing. Black youth and adults learn in nature via project-based training and mentoring that prepares them for family-sustaining careers in the green sector while contributing to environmental justice initiatives related to air quality, green infrastructure, and industry diversification. Blueprint has programs that support learners at the early learner, teenager, and adult stages of development.
About this Role: We are hiring 2 Program Assistants to support the planning and implementation of WISE programming across two tracks: Sowing Seeds (in-school mentorship) and Grounding Waters (outdoor, hands-on programming). As part of the WISE team, Program Assistants will work across both components — these are not separate assignments but two parts of a single role that all Program Assistants are expected to support. This is an active, front-facing role that requires strong organizational skills, good judgment, and a genuine commitment to the young people we serve.
Successful candidates bring a proactive mindset and a collaborative spirit. They are comfortable taking initiative, communicating clearly, and following through on commitments.
Interested? Read the full job description here.
Once you have read the full description, please send your resume and a cover letter to Voni Young, WISE Program Director, voni@theblueprintfoundation.org.
Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Job Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Location: Hybrid, Portland, OR Metro Area
Pay Range: $21 – $24 per hour, plus benefits
About The Blueprint Foundation: Blueprint is a non-profit workforce development organization dedicating its time and expertise to guiding young people toward meaningful careers. Through project‐based training and mentorship rooted in environmental justice, BIPOC young adults gain hands‐on experience in the green sector while contributing to initiatives related to air quality, green infrastructure, and industry diversification. Blueprint offers programs that support learners from early childhood through adulthood.
About this Role: The Workforce Development Program Assistant supports the planning and implementation of Workforce Development Program curriculum, events, and initiatives. This role ensures that courses, projects, and activities are well‐organized, properly staffed, and fully equipped. Key responsibilities include project coordination, community engagement, procurement, participant transportation, and general logistical support.
Interested? Read the full job description here.
Once you have read the full description, please send your resume and a cover letter to Ayanna Nance, Workforce Development Program Director, ayanna@theblueprintfoundation.org.
Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
As an equal opportunity employer, The Blueprint Foundation is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and retaining individuals from a diverse candidate pool regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, citizenship status, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected status. As an organization founded on the premise of equality and opportunity for all persons, we strongly invite applications from candidates who share our commitment to diversity.
Other Opportunities
We are looking for Black professionals to support our student-mentor luncheon program, Sowing Seeds. Held in various Portland high schools for Black-identified youth, ambassadors will offer guidance and opportunities to inspire and create growth pathways for high school students entering the workforce.
This is a paid opportunity at $25 per session with up to 4 sessions per month. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Want to share your expertise or resources for job shadowing, internships, or other paid opportunities? Fill out this form to be considered.
As an equal opportunity employer, The Blueprint Foundation is committed to recruiting, hiring, developing, and retaining individuals from a diverse candidate pool regardless of race, age, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, citizenship status, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected status. As an organization founded on the premise of equality and opportunity for all persons, we strongly invite applications from candidates who share our commitment to diversity.
Core Values
- Challenge youth’s perceptions of what is possible.
- Maintain high standards and expectations for youth.
- Remain committed and accountable to youth development.
- Be adaptive to issues impacting youth.
- Encourage their positive self-image and cultural pride.
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