IRC67150 Special Projects Coordinator

This is responsible supervisory and project management work involving the planning, coordination, execution, and oversight of special departmental projects, programs, events, and operations within the Stormwater, Pavement, and Traffic Operations Department. The position oversees project coordination, asset management, GIS coordination, payroll and labor distribution coordination, financial coordination, and data analytics in support of special departmental projects and programs. Work includes coordinating and tracking multiple projects from planning through completion; reviewing project schedules, field operations, cost estimates, milestones, and performance metrics; monitoring project progress including conducting field inspections; identifying risks and resource constraints; and providing recommendations to leadership to ensure successful project delivery, while coordinating with internal departments, consultants, contractors, utility providers, governmental agencies, and the public to facilitate project execution and maintain effective communication throughout all project phases.

Salary: $73,036 - $117,013

Close Date: 06-29-2026 (11:59 PM)

To Qualify

Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:

• Have a valid Bachelor's degree - or - in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, must possess a valid high school diploma or GED supplemented with at least three years' experience in project management or construction administration.
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver License.
• Be able to analyze, plan, and coordinate projects from initial design coordination through post-construction, including planning, scheduling, and reviewing the work of departmental employees.
• Be able to prepare and maintain accurate red-line drawings and as-built drawings.
• Have prior experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) application and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Have some knowledge in developing and utilizing Excel spreadsheets for quantity take-offs and construction cost estimates.
• Be able to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Have some prior experience in a supervisory role.
• Be proficient in the use of a personal computer and administrative support software such as Microsoft, Outlook, Word, and Excel, to prepare reports, correspondence, and other documents.
• Have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, peers, assigned subordinates, representatives of other community interest groups and the general public in order to gain their cooperation and support of programs.
• Acknowledge this position is designated as Emergency Critical (EC) and if hired into the position, you must be immediately available to the department before, during, and after a declared emergency and/or disaster.

Desirable Qualifications: Preferred applicants:

• Currently possess Advanced Temporary Traffic Controls certification.
• Are skilled in the use of AutoCAD for drafting work.
• Have knowledge of modern methods and techniques as applied to the construction and maintenance of public works projects.
• Have experience developing and maintaining organizational and workflow diagrams and project management schedule and activity charts.
• Are skilled in analyzing financial data for trends or variances and documenting information for the preparation of regular and special financial and budget reports.
• Have knowledge of the American Public Works Association (APWA) Accreditation process.

Selection Process

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.

The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.

How To Apply

Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select See Open Jobs. City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment, and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans' Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.

LocationSaint Petersburg, FL, USMinimum Salary73036CurrencyUSDAmount of TravelWork At Home