Project Coordinator - Austin, United States - City of Austin

City of Austin

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Austin, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Position Information

Posting Title

Project Coordinator (Architectural Development/Parks and Recreation Department)
Job Requisition Number
COA091800
Position Number

Job Type

Full-Time
Division Name
Architectural Development
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 or Certifications:

May require a valid Texas driver license.

Notes to Applicants

The City of Austin
Parks and Recreation Department (PARD
) 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
Project Coordinator position is to serve as part of the team representing PARD in the Waller Creek District Program, working in close coordination with the Waterloo Greenway Conservancy and the Watershed Protection Department as well as other PARD staff. The Project Coordinator will assist with the delivery of various architectural and engineering projects, ensure administrative clarity for project documentation, review and assist with project budgets and schedule tracking for shortand longrange planning, and provide technical information for capital improvement projects within the district.
As part of the City's Waller Creek District team, PARD's Architectural Development Division will transform 35 acres of downtown Austin along Waller Creek into a signature park and trail system with over $200 million in capital improvements.

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Application Instructions/Job Requirements:

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Skills Assessments: Skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process.
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Virtual Interviews: PARD may conduct virtual interviews.
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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.
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Driving Requirement:This position requires a valid Texas Class "C" Driver's 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.

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Physical Requirements:Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying, or using a force equal to lifting up to thirty-five (35) pounds. Work environment includes inside, and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, and hazards associated with equipment operation including fumes, oils, gases and mists. Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond and work with participant's needs and safety issues.

Other Information:

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Posting Guidelines: PARD reserves the right to close posted positions prior to the advertised close date, based on recruitment strategies and business needs. This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other divisions/work locations within the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department. Decisions on assigned selection will be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.
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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.
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Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: PARD work site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any PARD work site - including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicles located on the premises.

Pay Range
- $ $39.76 per hour
Hours

Work/Location Schedule Notes:

Monday
Friday; 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
May be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
May be required to work during City emergencies such as extreme weather events.

Job Close Date