Project Coordinator

Extended Recruitment

If you have submitted an application previously for this recruitment, you need NOT apply again. All applications are still under consideration.

The Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department is a nationally accredited
, four-time National Gold Medal Award winner for Parks and Recreation Excellence. We are proud to be leaders in enhancing the quality of life for all residents by improving health and wellness, providing environmental education, delivering real economic impacts, and fostering inclusive access to recreation.

We’re a purpose-driven, people-centered
, and equity-focused team committed to shaping a vibrant, healthy, and sustainable community. Through partnerships, innovation, and stewardship, we connect Greensboro’s diverse neighborhoods to more than 175 facilities and 100+ miles of trails across the city.

If you thrive on collaboration, project leadership, and making a lasting difference in public spaces, this is your opportunity to help shape Greensboro’s parks, trails, and community spaces for generations to come.

As a Project Coordinator
, you’ll play a vital role in improving Greensboro’s parks and recreation system — from neighborhood playgrounds to downtown green spaces. You’ll oversee projects that directly enhance quality of life, advance the city’s strategic pillars of public safety, infrastructure, and economic development
, and align with our mission to create safe, sustainable, and equitable neighborhoods
.

Your work will combine technical expertise, community engagement, and creative problem-solving. Every project you complete will strengthen Greensboro’s reputation as the most desirable mid-sized city — one with an abundance of attainable recreation, environmental beauty, and public pride.

The City of Greensboro offers a competitive salary range of $65,532 – $86,226
, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Participation in the NC Retirement System and deferred compensation plan.
• Generous paid leave and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development funding.

The Project Coordinator performs technical and administrative work in project management, planning, construction oversight, and operational coordination across the city’s park system. This position supports the Public Space Development and Maintenance Division and collaborates extensively with other city departments, community partners, and residents to deliver meaningful, high-quality results.

• Manage multiple capital and operational projects across parks, trails, athletic facilities, playgrounds, cemeteries, marinas, gardens, and other public spaces.
• Oversee project design, bidding, contracting, construction, and completion.
• Evaluate project sites and prioritize improvements based on need and impact.
• Develop and manage project budgets, contracts, RFPs/RFQs, and vendor relationships.
• Coordinate with Engineering & Inspections and other departments on infrastructure projects.
• Support community engagement initiatives, representing the department at public meetings and stakeholder sessions.
• Partner with organizations such as Greensboro Beautiful
  , Downtown Greensboro Inc.,
  Greensboro Tennis Program
  , Greensboro Farmers Market
  , and Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc.
• Develop and implement strategic and work plans that align with departmental goals and the City’s Comprehensive Plan
  .
• Provide data management and capital life-cycle tracking for facility planning.
• Assist in policy development, maintenance transfer coordination, and compliance tracking.
• Lead and guide City staff and contractors to ensure work meets safety, quality, and fiscal standards.
• Support large-scale downtown events and projects by coordinating staff and internal resources.

This role requires a strong commitment to public service, project management proficiency, and the ability to balance technical detail with big‑picture outcomes.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. and 4 to 6 years of related experience
  • Associate's Degree with 2 to 4 years of related experience
  • B…