Special Projects Coordinator
Company: Capitol Region Council of Governments
Location: Hartford
Posted on: May 9, 2022
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Job Description:
Capitol Region Council of Governments
Special Projects Coordinator
This position reports to the Chief Operating Officer. The incumbent
exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment within
an assigned area of responsibility, and work is subject to
evaluation based on results obtained. This is a Full Time position
(35 hours/week) Salary (FY22-23): Senior Level IIJA Coordinator:
$60,580-$ 78,057 Principal Level IIJA Coordinator: $64,171 -
$95,564 Salary grade will be determined based on experience
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Summary of Position CRCOG seeks a qualified professional to perform
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) coordination
activities that will cross CRCOG departmental lines as well as
various special projects . The primary duties for the person
selected for this position will be to monitor IIJA Notice of
Funding Opportunities (NOFO) and to help prepare, coordinate, and
administer the submission of IIJA applications and awards from
CRCOG and its member municipalities. This person will also
coordinate and manage CRCOG special projects as assigned by the
department director. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Monitor
IIJA NOFOs and distill NOFO information into clear criteria for
CRCOG's internal evaluation processes. Solicit project and grant
ideas from member municipalities as well as CRCOG staff. Work with
state, municipal and staff to determine best projects and
applications to submit based on NOFO information. Spearhead and
assist in writing, development and submission of grant applications
for IIJA grants at the federal and state level. Coordinate with
towns to create and write application descriptions and organize
submission documents. Solicit appropriate support letters from
stakeholders. If required, guide consultant(s) and/or towns in
created additional Cost Benefit Analyses or other required
documents. With new projects, in consultation with the department
director, researches topic history, current market conditions, key
players, and decision-makers; develops a plan of implementation
including tasks and timelines; schedules and coordinates meetings;
develops summary and evaluation reports; and executes the
implementation plan through pilot programs and launching of new
programs. Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of:
project management, contract management and budgeting; and advanced
uses of word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, database and other
software; principles and practices of public administration; and
research methods and data analysis. Ability to distill complex
information; manage special projects and grant applications;
facilitate discussions with member towns; lead various stakeholders
in agreeing to and completing grant applications; communicate
clearly and effectively orally and in writing; prepare clear,
accurate records and report; coordinate and facilitate meetings;
establish and maintain highly effective working relationships with
managers, elected and appointed officials, staff, community and
business leaders, the media, and others encountered in the course
of work; handle multiple projects simultaneously and use good
judgment in prioritizing work assignments. Minimum Training and
Experience Senior: A Master's degree from an accredited college or
university and three years of increasingly responsible experience
in project management, needs analysis, or a combination of training
and work experience demonstrating the knowledge and ability to
perform the duties. Principal: A Master's degree from an accredited
college or university and seven years of increasingly responsible
experience in project management, needs analysis, vendor management
or a combination of training and work experience that demonstrates
the knowledge and ability to perform the duties. Physical Demands
and Working Environment Primary Functions require sufficient
physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting. This
position is currently hybrid. Contact Information Please address
your resume and a cover letter to Ms. Cheryl Assis, Director of
Public Safety and Homeland Security. Electronic submissions are
preferred and should be sent to -, with the subject of the email
'IIJA Coordinator' Resumes should be received by May 16, 2022, but
the position will remain open until filled. CRCOG is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/H/F
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Keywords: Capitol Region Council of Governments, Hartford , Special Projects Coordinator, Other , Hartford, Connecticut
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