Contract Coordinator - Worcester, United States - Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission

Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission

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Worcester, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

The Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission, serving 40 communities in southern Worcester County including the City of Worcester, seeks an innovative, diligent, and team-oriented Contract/Grant Administrator to join its multi-disciplinary Regional Collaboration and Community Planning (RCCP) staff.

This division provides a broad spectrum of support and technical services, including community and economic development planning; energy and environmental planning; open space and recreation planning; zoning bylaw and subdivision regulation writing and technical assistance; master and open space planning; and a variety of grant writing and administrative services.

Exciting projects in a supportive, flexible, and respectful organization.
CMRPC is the Regional Planning Agency (RPA) serving the people who live and work in southern Central Massachusetts. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those who live and work in the region. Join our team with supportive colleagues making real impacts in the communities of Central Massachusetts.

CMRPC supports the complete team member as we work on meaningful, innovative, and exciting projects while respecting and supporting the individual's wellness and a balanced and fulfilling work life.

CMRPC offers a flexible, supportive, and family-friendly work environment, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. We take pride in the diversity of our workforce and encourage all qualified people to apply.

CMRPC is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religious creed, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran's status and/or ancestry.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided where needed.

Typical Duties

Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree with 2 years relevant and progressively increasing responsibility. Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Applicable Degree programs include but are not limited to Urban, Regional, or Community Development and/or Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, Economic Development, Finance, Construction Management, or similar.

This is a writing intensive position. Applicants should expect to provide 1 or 2 high-quality relevant writing examples.

Project management and organizational skills, the ability to coordinate several simultaneous projects, and the ability to thrive in a team environment.
Excellent communication skills, including writing, public speaking, meeting facilitation, public outreach, and coordination with municipal officials and committees.
Knowledge of Massachusetts procurement practices
Strong writing, analytical, communication, and time management skills.
A professional demeanor and a positive "can do" attitude.
A taskoriented work ethic and excellent attention to detail.
Ability to analyze and solve problems independently in a resourceful and innovative manner.
Ability to proactively set priorities and multitask without compromising attention to detail.
Understanding of multistep processes and how to work within them in a team environment.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines while not being afraid to ask questions.

Supplemental Information
The starting salary range is $45,500 to $56,500 depending on experience and qualifications. Offers will be commensurate with relevant experience. In addition to competitive compensation, CMRPC offers a great work environment and an excellent benefits package. This position is exempt under the guidelines of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act.

Pay:
$45, $56,500.00 per year

Benefits: