Intergovernmental Coordinator

Posting Date
08/04/26

Application Deadline
08/10/26

Pay Range $65,000 - $104,500 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type Unclassified Department Transportation About  the Position The Intergovernmental Coordinator position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your interpersonal, analytical, and writing skills. The position exists to work closely with MCDOT professionals, federal, state, regional, and/or local jurisdictions, and other agencies/organizations to coordinate program and related activities, develop intergovernmental agreements, and negotiate agreement terms.

About UsWe value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind.

Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then, join our team and help us build connections.

Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance, with a hybrid work schedule option

Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including an incentive

Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe Require One year of government experience in communications, stakeholder relationships, or writing legal and/or technical documents

Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Public Administration, Political Science, Pre-Law, or a closely related fieldA combination of related post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Other Requirements Successful candidates must currently possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona Driver's license by the time of hire.

We Also Value Two years of experience working in government or the transportation industry

Three years of experience writing legal or technical documents

Job Contributions Coordinate and develop IGAs and other agreements for the department. Negotiate agreement terms with outside agencies and municipalities supporting MCDOT’s project, operations, and maintenance efforts

Build and maintain relationships with other government agencies, jurisdictions, and organizations to support the department’s strategic goals and initiatives. Facilitate intergovernmental coordination to streamline decision-making processes. Coordinate meetings, conferences, and other events related to intergovernmental affairs

Advise management of critical issues promptly. Regularly exercises discretion, political sensitivity, and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance, while serving as MCDOT liaison to federal, state, regional, and/or local communities and private partners regarding transportation projects and issues

Use attention to detail to track and process all agreement invoices and billings. Work with partners and stakeholders to ensure payment and legal terms are completed. Maintain Intergovernmental files and ensure compliance with Arizona State Library record retention schedules

Act as the Transportation Advisory Board Coordinator and Liaison by preparing agendas, presentations, and other materials. Assist the chair with facilitating the meeting

Other job duties as assigned

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