Program/Project Coordinator, Senior (Safety)
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General Description
Administers large-scale programs and/or projects that have County-wide impact.
Works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business or public administration or closely related field.
(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)
Requires four (4) years of experience in a staff or administrative capacity managing special projects, programs or business operations appropriate to the area of assignment or closely related experience.Special Certifications and Licenses RequiredMaster's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, risk management, insurance, or closely related field.
Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License based on area of assignment and maintain authority to operate a County vehicle for duration of employment.
Preferences
Associate in Risk Management (ARM) Certification
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Associate Safety Professional (ASP and/or Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP)
Certified Playground Safety Instructor (CPSI) - National Recreation and Park Association
Licensed Mold Assessor
1+ years experience administering safety programs for a governmental agency
1+ years experience developing/delivering safety trainings and manuals
1+ years experience monitoring/managing playground safety activities
1+ years Emergency Management experience
1+ years experience with air quality testing (mold)
Additional Information:
All candidates must complete an extensive ten (10) year work history verification and criminal background check which includes post-offer physical examination, clearing of DCF's Affidavit of Good Moral Character (https://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/background-screening/docs/DCF%20AGMC.pdf (Download PDF reader)). Ability to maintain authorization to operate a county vehicle/equipment.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Plans, develops, authorizes, implements, supervises and evaluates programs/projects, activities and services on a large scale with County-wide impact; facilitates inclusion, prepares reports, and analyzes and interprets data.
Coordinates and manages all aspects of a program or project which has operational responsibility of a major scope, a large-sized budget and provides a critical County service.
Assists Director and Agency Leadership by researching issues, creating memorandums, policies, procedures, reports, etc. and monitors/advises on staff compliance with policy and procedures.
Conducts special research in conjunction with a project/program, analyzes data, and makes recommendations based upon research.
Identifies and understands agency/business needs, contractual business requirements, and regulations governing local, state and other requirements, confidentiality obligations, warranties, liabilities, indemnification, termination clauses, breach, and remedies.
Communicates business risks to project manager, senior/executive management, and approving authority for assessment and approval, while focusing on comprehending client-agencies' needs and business processes.
Coordinates with state and local agency partners on projects and programs, community outreach, media relations and regional and various services; may assist with press releases and responses to media.
Advises and assists the Department and Division Directors on all operational and technical matters related to the section(s) or function(s) assigned.
Defines agency goals and objectives, develops and recommends policies and operating procedures.
Administers internal/external communications and public outreach activities for Division; manages and coordinates outreach efforts with other County divisions as well as other local and state governments, and partnering agencies.
Prepares Commission agendas, including editing, posting and planning.
Provides assistance and training of agency staff and contracted services providers. May oversee the Agency's training program; schedules and/or delivers training and outreach opportunities for employees and the vendor community respectively.
Plans, organizes and implements a compliance and monitoring program, conducts contract central audits, field documentation reviews, investigations or management studies.
Performs related work as assigned.
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WORK ENVIRONMENT
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Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Typically performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations. May vary by work location.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Varies by work location.
