Job Title

Job Family

Job Code

Job Exempt

Transportation Project Coordinator

Seiu_Professional

TPC01

Pay Grade

Pay Rate Type

Minimum

Midpoint

Maximum

S13

Salary

$26.63

$33.96

$41.28

Job Description

Performs professional work in the coordination of the Transportation Department’s development and implementation of internal/external communications. Interfaces with other departments, outside agencies, and the public sector as a representative of the department to increase effectiveness and keep the public informed on Transportation projects and initiatives (including internal/external policies, federal and state funding applications, and potential forward-thinking transportation opportunities). Performs as a project liaison for Transportation projects managed by the Capital Improvements Division. Serves as a conduit of the Transportation Department to the Office of the Commissioners for briefings/updates on a regular basis. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Transportation Policy Advisor. Performance is reviewed through direct observation, reports submitted, and evaluation of results obtained.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Communications, or Political Science with three (3) years of experience in a responsible office position with considerable public contact; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Must be able to communicate effectively with tact and diplomacy with employees, officials, and the public.

Responsibilities

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Note: The listed duties are only illustrative and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed by this job class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

Manages and coordinates public outreach campaigns to support transportation projects and initiatives

Manages multiple marketing initiatives, interacts with a wide range of organizations and constituents to educate and build awareness of the department’s mission

Acts as division coordinator with residents and property owners on public works issues

Researches and drafts items for grants, transportation policy initiatives, and internal/external memorandums

Organizes and coordinates special reports for the Director, Deputy Director, Policy Advisor and Division Managers, Chief Administrative Officer and City Council

Communicates with elected officials, community leaders, media, business owners and managers, and residential customers about Transportation projects and initiatives

Handles routine administrative functions within assigned projects

Attends meetings as representative of the Director/Division Manager of assigned projects

Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of assigned area, which includes communications, administration, transportation related fields

Knowledge of policies and procedures of City government

Knowledge of City government and departmental operations

Skilled in written, verbal and interpersonal communications and presentations

Skilled in public speaking; researching, developing and making presentations; conducting workshops; and presenting ideas clearly and concisely in writing and/or verbally

Skilled in the use personal computer to perform assigned work

Ability to coordinate and manage various projects in an efficient and effective manner under constant pressure and strict deadlines

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City Departments, elected City Officials, community leaders, residents, area businesses and community and social service agencies

Ability to remain calm under pressure, in stressful situations and during confrontational meetings