Temporary – Project Coordinator (Full-Time/Austin Parks and Recreation)

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

About This Position

Job Description:

Purpose:

Under general supervision, this position coordinates the engineering and support activities for various projects and/or programs.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

• Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Communicates project and/or program information to internal and external customers.

• Assists in the development and monitoring of project and/or program budgets by completing assignments that may include processing a pay application or monitoring and updating the assigned project budget.

• Assists in the development of short- and long-range plans on projects or works on routine projects whereby techniques used are well known and present no unusual engineering problems.

• Assists in the development and implementation of operating policies and procedures by providing input as a team member of an established process improvement team.

• Ensures compliance with City and other regulatory agency requirements and policies by verifying that regulatory/permitting processes have been identified and permits or approvals acquired for assigned project.

• Coordinates development/reviews construction or engineering related contracts, contract documents, and Developer Agreements by reviewing preparing and processing project change orders to projects if change orders are appropriate and in compliance or applying technical quality control review.

• Coordinates and evaluates plans, criteria, schedules, etc. for a variety of projects, Programs, and plans or a division and/or section activities.

• Assists in the resolution of conflicts and difficult situations by providing supporting documentation, policies and procedures.

• Develops, maintains, and improves City of Austin design and construction standards.

• Provides technical advice and assistance.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of basic engineering and architectural design principles, practices, procedures, and estimating techniques.

• Knowledge of project accounting, architectural, and construction methods and the principles, methods, and practices of project management.

• Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, and codes associated with project assignment.

• Knowledge of budget policies and principles.

• Knowledge of contract management principles, methods, and practices.

• Skill in adapting, interpreting, and applying guidelines and standards.

• Skill in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external customers.

• Skill in using available software packages.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all public contacts.

• Ability to schedule and coordinate activities between various parties and planning specific aspects of a project.

• Ability to communicate in oral or written format to a variety of audiences.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a related field, plus three (3) years of experience in construction, engineering, architecture, or related work.

• Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• May require a valid Texas driver license.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with or knowledge of park planning principles.

• Experience with or knowledge of construction techniques and project management.

• Experience with or knowledge of federal, state, and local regulation protecting parkland. 

• Experience creating, modifying, and querying geospatial applications and databases.

• Experience developing and implementing process improvements and standard operating procedures to enhance organizational efficiency and workflow.

• Experience reviewing and interpreting real estate and site development documents.

Other:

• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Notes to Candidate:

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department (APR) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

The purpose of the Temporary – Project Coordinator position is to assist the Land Use and Acquisition Division within Austin Parks and Recreation on coordination of City projects impacting parkland and parkland acquisition projects.

The Land Use and Acquisition Division facilitates the acquisition and preservation of Austin’s parkland for future generations. We are planning professionals who lead parkland acquisition projects, long-range and data analysis efforts, and coordination across City departments. Our work includes:

• Acquisition of land for park purposes and other long-range strategic planning efforts.

• Collaboration with City departments on review of projects impacting parkland.

• Ensuring compliance with regulations protecting dedicated parkland.

Application Instructions/Job Requirements:

• Application: A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting – up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation. Employment Record dates must include month and year. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Statements such as “See Resume” will not be accepted and a resume alone will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.

• Skills Assessments: Skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process.

• Virtual Interviews: APR may conduct virtual interviews.

• Military/Veteran: An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview.

• Driving Requirements: This position requires a Texas Class C driver license or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

• Physical Requirements: Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Must be physically and mentally able to work with participants adapting to a variety of conditions such as daily walking, hiking, climbing, standing, balancing, kneeling, stooping, running, bending, crawling, swimming, stretching and reaching in rugged terrain. Tolerate loud noise associated with enthusiasm and excitement. Ability to work outside in all types of weather and/or inclement conditions, and in confined spaces.

Other Information:

• Application Status Communication: Please note that you will be contacted if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process. Once the department is no longer hiring for this position, you may receive a notification informing you the position is closed and the hiring process is concluded.

• Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

• Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: APR work site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any APR work site – including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicles located on the premises.

Work Location:

City of Austin Permitting and Development Center - 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, TX 78752

Work Schedule:

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• May be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends & holidays.

• Work schedule and location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.

• May be required to work during city emergencies such as extreme weather events.

Salary:

$32.53 per hour

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