Special Projects Coordinator, Senior- BOC

Special Projects Coordinator, Senior- BOC

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Salary Range: $64,893 - $104,479 (FLSA Exempt; Non-Merit; serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority).

The purpose of this classification is to coordinate and manage project or program activities to meet departmental and program priorities, goals, and objectives.

• Coordinates or manages assigned projects, programs, and activities; recommends, plans, administers, and evaluates policies, procedures, processes, systems, standards, and service offerings; ensures project compliance with priorities, goals, objectives, plans, specifications, agreements, contracts, policies, codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Monitors project requirements, activities, and services to ensure satisfactory performance and meeting of timelines; resolves problems; attends meetings; sets and monitors schedules; checks project progress; provides status updates and reports; and provides information and technical assistance to project team, county staff, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Serves as liaison between director and department staff, team members, other departments, and outside agencies regarding projects and activities; acts on behalf of director, including representing him/her at meetings and resolving problems as needed; advises director of potential problems and develops solutions.
• May manage, direct, and evaluate assigned staff; develop and oversee employee work schedules; compile and review timesheets; approve/process employee concerns; counsel or discipline as appropriate; assist with employee performance appraisals; direct work; act as liaison between employees and department director; and train staff in operations, policies, and procedures.
• May organize, prioritize, and assign work; prioritize and schedule work activities to meet objectives; ensure subordinates have proper resources; monitor status and inspect completed work; consult with staff on complex issues; provide progress reports; and assist with revision of procedure manuals.
• Develops and implements strategic initiatives, tactical plans, and systems for gathering, analyzing, and disseminating best practices knowledge and techniques; provides design and analysis expertise to improve operational efficiency and productivity; manages administrative aspects of assigned projects and activities; and evaluates and monitors progress against performance and quality measurements.
• Administers budgets of assigned projects; coordinates with assigned department in planning and cost estimating; prepares cost estimates; provides justifications for requests; monitors and controls expenditures; tracks pay requests; processes purchase orders and invoices; and maintains related documentation.
• Conducts training; writes and/or revises standard operating procedures and manuals; coordinates requests for information from the general public, media, county staff and elected officials; provides assistance to a variety of internal and external customers for information discrepancies, complaints, and other related information; and prepares and delivers reports, white papers, and presentations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Five years of experience in project or program management, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.

The County is seeking a skilled and motivated Special Projects Coordinator- BOC to support the successful implementation of the Water and Sewer Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This position serves as a critical liaison between the legislative and executive branches of government, ensuring effective communication, accountability, and transparency throughout all phases of the program.

The Special Projects Coordinator- BOC will serve as the primary point of contact between the legislative and executive branches for the Water and Sewer Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This role is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and reporting project implementation and progress, tracking key milestones, and preparing comprehensive progress reports and presentations for elected officials and senior leadership. The incumbent will facilitate interdepartmental coordination and communication to ensure project alignment and timely execution, identify potential barriers, and recommend corrective actions to leadership.

Additionally, the position will maintain detailed documentation to support policy decisions and ensure public reporting requirements.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Project Management and Information Technology

Government Administration