Project Coordinator - REVISED

Project Coordinator - Revised

The City reserves the right, if necessary, to accept only the first one hundred (100) applications from applicants that meet the qualification guidelines below.

This bulletin has been revised to include an additional vacancy (2). The current vacancies are within the Homeless Services Division (1) and the Affordable Housing Division (1) of the Housing Department.

Are you interested in making a positive impact on your community? The Community Life & Culture Agency has the perfect opportunity for you as a Project Coordinator with the Housing Services Department. The Project Coordinator performs professional-level administrative and project management work in support of City programs, initiatives, and services. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring projects to ensure timely completion of deliverables, budget compliance, and achievement of program goals.

The role includes research and analysis, stakeholder coordinator, contract and grant support, performance tracking, and preparation of reports and presentations for City Leadership and external partners.

When assigned to Homeless Services, the Project Coordinator reports field outreach operations, collaborates with service providers and public safety partners, monitors shelter and program capacity and helps implement policies and strategies to enhance service delivery and community impact.

When assigned to Affordable Housing, the Project Coordinator monitors federal housing grants such as CDBG, HOME, and ESG for compliance, coordinates with nonprofit and City partners to support housing initiatives, and assists with development activities, grant documentation, and oversight of funded projects.

Additionally, the successful candidate will embody the Department's mission and vision as well as the qualities of a Five Tool Player - Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator and Public Servant - and the principles of the City's Customer Service Philosophy – Empathy, Respect, and Problem Solving.

• The Eligibility List will consist of both internal and external applicants who meet the qualifications and successfully complete any required selection processes.
• The hiring department has the discretion to consider internal applicants on the Eligibility List prior to considering external candidates on the Eligibility List.
• Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

The Housing Services Department is committed to fostering a strong and thriving community by ensuring that all residents have access to safe, stable, and affordable housing. Through a variety of program and initiatives, it assists individuals and families facing housing challenges, providing resources that promote long‑term stability and financial security. By collaborating with local organizations, policymakers, and residents, the Department strives to create inclusive housing opportunities that enhance the overall quality of life in the community.

The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full‑time and part‑time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive City which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including, but not limited to:
Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Economic Development, Public Works and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City’s team is staffed with approximately 1,517 full‑time equivalent diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.

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