Project Coordinator

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• 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 Project Coordinator reports to the Housing Development Manager and serves on the team responsible for public-private partnerships with the Austin Housing Finance Corporation ( AHFC ) or the Austin Housing Public Facility Corporation ( AHPFC ). The team is also responsible for overseeing a pipeline of land and asset acquisitions that will form the basis of competitive RFPs and RFQs for affordable housing development.

This position is interdisciplinary and public facing. Duties include evaluating project feasibility, assessing potential acquisitions (of both land and existing multifamily properties), negotiating deal terms, and liaising with various stakeholders throughout the development process.

The ideal candidate is familiar with real estate development, affordable housing finance, community engagement, anti-displacement strategies, urban planning, design/engineering principles, and permitting, and is passionate about creating affordable housing in Austin. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, the ability to foster positive working relationships with internal and external partners, and experience prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates selected to interview will be asked to provide a work sample demonstrating familiarity with affordable housing, real estate development/finance, and/or urban planning, and the ability to communicate clearly and succinctly.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications.

• Benefits:
  • Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities, and more. Please click HERE for more information.

Note: Information submitted for consideration may be made available to the public in compliance with the Texas Open Records Act.
Pay Range
$32.23 - $40.29

Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Flexible work hours; opportunity to work a hybrid schedule with a minimum requirement of two days per week in the office
Job Close Date 01/27/2025 Type of Posting External Department Housing Department Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 1000 East 11th Street, Austin Tx. 78702 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience in affordable housing or mixed-use development
• Experience in acquisitions, financial modeling, urban planning, and negotiations
• Experience in community development, outreach, and implementing anti-displacement programs

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Communicates project and/or program information to internal and external customers. Assists in the development and monitoring of project and/or program budgets by completing assignments that may include processing a pay application or monitoring and updating the assigned project budget. Assists in the development of short- and long-range plans on projects or works on routine projects whereby techniques used are well known and present no unusual engineering problems. Assists in the development and implementation of operating policies and procedures by providing input as a team member of an established process improvement team. Ensures compliance with City and other regulatory agency requirements and policies by verifying that regulatory/permitting processes have been identified and permits or approvals acquired for assigned project. Coordinates development/reviews construction or engineering related contracts, contract documents, and Developer Agreements by reviewing preparing and processing project change orders to projects if change orders are appropriate and in compliance or applying technical quality control review. Coordinates and evaluates plans, criteria, schedules, etc. for a variety of projects, Programs, and plans or a division and/or section activities. Assists in the resolution of conflicts and difficult situations by providing supporting documentation, policies and procedures. Develops, maintains, and improves City of Austin design and construction standards. Provides technical advice and assistance.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of basic engineering and architectural design principles, practices, procedures, and estimating techniques.
• Knowledge of project accounting, architectural, and construction methods and the principles, methods, and practices of project management.
• Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, and codes associated with project assignment.
• Knowledge of budget policies and principles.
• Knowledge of contract management principles, methods, and practices.
• Skill in adapting, interpreting, and applying guidelines and standards.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• Skill in using available software packages.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all public contacts.
• Ability to schedule and coordinate activities between various parties and planning specific aspects of a project.
• Ability to communicate in oral or written format to a variety of audiences.

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Project Coordinator are graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field related to engineering, planning, architecture 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. Do you meet these qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe your experience in affordable housing or mixed-use development
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience in acquisitions, financial modeling, urban planning, and negotiations
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience in community development, outreach, and implementing anti-displacement programs
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

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