Special Projects Coordinator

The Special Projects Coordinator position, Grade 103, supports the Department of Planning and Development by driving internal projects that achieve strategic goals. This position will oversee the department’s annual strategic plan by obtaining broad input from a variety of stakeholders and through close collaboration with department leadership. The coordinator also assists with supporting and tracking department projects, implementing process improvement initiatives, and facilitating leadership and team development programs. They will balance multiple tasks, maintain strong relationships across the department, and help foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Minimum Training and Experience:
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Three years of experience with project management, policy analysis, strategic planning, or similar work.
• or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the annual update of the department’s strategic plan and communicate key updates and progress.

• Support special projects and other initiatives as directed by department leadership that will enhance cross-divisional and cross-departmental services.

• Plan and facilitate leadership retreats, workshops, and department-wide meetings, including agenda creation and presentation design.

• Develop and maintain the department’s annual employee development calendar to keep schedules aligned and accessible across the department.

• Design, lead, and host key recurring professional development programs, such as Planning & Development 101, Emerging Leaders, and the Mentorship Program.

• Partner on cross-functional initiatives such as County civic engagement programs, and other Countywide projects and development initiatives.

• Drive continuous process improvement by leveraging Microsoft Office tools and digital solutions to automate, streamline, and document operational workflows.