Assistant Project Manager

Professional Expert Position

Under general supervision, the Professional Expert provides assistance and support for projects based on assignments and directions from the supervisor. Professional Experts possess specialized knowledge or expertise not generally required of or found in the standard district classifications. They are utilized on a temporary basis, for specific projects, and are governed by a Professional Expert Agreement. Professional Expert employment does not displace classified personnel.

Retired CalPERS annuitants may not exceed 960 hours in a fiscal year.

• Assist the supervisor with all phases of a project.
• Work directly with the supervisor in the development and coordination of the project budget, delivery expectations, and tracking the status of project expectations and results.
• Assist or serve as a liaison with vendors, contractors, and outside agencies to ensure contractual obligations are met.
• Provide feedback to the supervisor related to project timeline, delivery, reporting, and expectations.
• Assist with determining the allocation of resources, including department staff and hourly employees, in an efficient manner.

Education and Experience:

• Level I – Work experience and/or training in the related job category is required, including valid licenses and/or certifications, if applicable.
• Level II – Extensive work experience and/or training that is directly related to the job category is required, including valid licenses and/or certifications, if applicable.

Physical demands and work environment are representative of those necessary for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The position is a professional expert, temporary/short-term role. Hours and effective dates will be arranged with the supervisor. Regular attendance is an essential function. The incumbent is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with district policies, including Title IX. The district reserves the right to extend, modify, or eliminate the position based on available funds.

The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information, and are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion.