Special Projects Coordinator Job Boulder area,Colorado USA,Management

Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department is seeking to hire a Special Projects Coordinator. Boulder County Parks and Open Space mission is to conserve natural, cultural, and agricultural resources and provide public uses that reflect sound resource management and community values. The department implements a wide range of management plan actions, capital improvements, infrastructure projects, construction activities, maintenance projects, regulatory obligations, and property stabilization work—many of which require coordination across multiple work groups.

This role takes a holistic view of property management, integrating planning, operations, and maintenance considerations from the outset. The Project Coordinator ensures all projects are grounded in BCPOS stewardship values, incorporate environmentally sensitive approaches, and reflect a whole-property perspective that strengthens long-term function, durability, resource protection, and operational feasibility. A dedicated staff person will support the alignment of property needs and departmental priorities, avoiding delays, unclear ownership, and inconsistent progress.

The Project Coordinator will provide the structure needed to coordinate interdisciplinary work, confirm project ownership, and sequence tasks across teams. This role also ensures projects are properly scoped and ready for execution, including major infrastructure and construction efforts, reducing operational risks and strengthening alignment with department priorities.

The Project Management and Design team is made up of project managers, landscape architects and engineers. We are a close-knit group who work collaboratively on assignments and support each other in a variety of ways.

This is a full-time, benefited position that will work Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
. This position will work out of 5201 St. Vrain Road
, Longmont, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is exempt
.

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Hiring Salary Range
: $89,796.00 - $ Annually

Tentative Hiring Timeline:

Phone Screening:
Week of November 2nd
First Round Interviews:
Week of November 9th
Second Round Interviews:
Week of November 16th
Reference Check:
Week of November 16th

New employees receive an 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month (Must not have been employed at Boulder County during the 12 months prior to re-hire date to qualify). Boulder County offers bountiful benefits, including pension contributions.

Boulder County employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Visit student aid.gov for more information.

Project Coordinator

Roles and Responsibilities

Project Leadership and Coordination

Responsible for coordinating a portfolio of complex, interdisciplinary infrastructure, construction, capital, restoration, and environmental projects at various stages of completion

Coordinate project planning, scheduling, internal and external communication, and readiness for implementation, ensuring structured processes, clear expectations, and consistent follow through

Facilitate cross workgroup collaboration by bringing together design, permitting, engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance teams to maintain shared understanding, aligned goals, and unified decision making

Identify and monitor project risks, dependencies, resource constraints, and emerging issues, supporting proactive coordination and continuity across teams

Mitigate delays, compliance challenges, and safety concerns through organized task sequencing, timely communication, and active oversight

Track and report progress across infrastructure projects using coordinated documentation, schedule updates, and clear communication channels to ensure transparency and alignment with departmental priorities

Collaborate closely with operations and maintenance staff to integrate field knowledge, asset conditions, and operational priorities into project sequencing, design adjustments, and coordination efforts

Ensure project planning incorporates whole property needs—including operational feasibility, maintenance implications, environmental compatibility, and long‑term stewardship goals—through interdisciplinary collaboration and structured coordination practices

Scoping, Contract, and Consultant Management

Conduct site assessments, develop project scopes, prepare cost…