Program/Project Coordinator (Facilities Management Division)

Requirements And Preferences

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Program/Project Coordinator.

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NOTE: Announcement is open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.

This position is responsible for assessing the energy usage of county facilities including developing and implementing practices and procedures designed to reduce energy consumption and/or improve efficiency of usage. The successful candidate coordinates the work of assigned Broward County vendors; evaluates energy consumption data for buildings, mechanical systems, electrical systems and process-based systems, and prepares detailed energy analysis reports. Requires experience evaluating energy bills, identifying reasons for excessive energy usage and assists various County agencies in reducing energy usage. The successful candidate will possess strong knowledge in the operation of HVAC, lighting, and electrical systems, and the interrelationships between such systems, as well as experience in coordinating all related aspects of projects/programs/contracts. Additionally, the successful candidate will raise the profile of energy conservation through internal marketing and information programs. Strong Microsoft Excel and database management skills are preferred.

General Description

Manages and coordinates, with considerable independence, all activities of a particular program/project within a section or agency.

Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business, public administration or closely related field.

Requires two (2) years' experience in a staff or administrative capacity managing special projects, programs or business operations appropriate to the area of assignment or closely related to energy conservation management (i.e. energy bill auditing, performance contracts, electrical lighting systems, building automation (HVAC) equipment, and solar PV systems, or closely related experience).

(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)

For consideration of international degrees, candidates must have it evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), or Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). All associated expenses incurred are the responsibility of the candidate. To access the NACES directory of current members, please visit www.naces.org/members . To access the AICE directory of endorsed members, please visit https://aice-eval.org/endorsed-members . Completed evaluations do not guarantee an offer of employment and are subject to approval by Broward County Human Resources.

Special Certifications And Licenses Required

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E driver's license based on area of assignment.

Preferences

• Master's degree in Energy Management, Business Administration or closely related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• LEED Green Associate (GA) or higher.
• Certified Energy Manager or Certified Energy Auditor by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE).
• At least one year of experience developing and administering training programs in energy management systems.
• At least one year of experience conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific Energy Conservation Measure projects.
• At least one year of experience in the duties of an ESCO Group, and energy audits.
• At least 5 years of experience at an intermediate to advanced level with Microsoft Excel.
• At least one year of experience operating an Energy Bill auditing program.
  
  

Duties And Responsibilities

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.

Coordinates and manages all aspects of a large program or project within an agency.

Plans, develops, authorizes, implements, supervises and evaluates programs/projects, activities and services; facilitates inclusion, prepares reports, and analyzes and interprets data.

Develops policies, procedures and guidelines related to programs/projects and services.

Promotes and assesses agency programs and services; cooperatively plans and implements programs and community-wide special events.

Implements funding opportunities, including advertising and marketing, and researches potential grant opportunities; develops grant proposals to secure funding from federal, state, local, and/or private sources; oversees the coordination, preparation, and submission of grants to ensure compliance with established Broward County policies and procedures; manages and tracks grant budgets.

Develops personnel cap based on recommended budget for approval by the Board; implements all position additions, deletions, changes, reorganizations and transfers approved in the adopted budget.

Reviews position changes and transfers requested by other County agencies prior to implementing change to ensure compliance with adopted personnel cap; incorporates changes to the cap approved by the Board throughout the year.

May perform quality control checks on operating and budget documents to ensure accuracy, creates and modifies PowerPoint presentations for agency communication, creates core budget development support documents.

Monitors and supervises maintenance of project records and documentation.

Acts as administrative liaison among various County operational and administrative functions related to assigned programs and projects.

Conducts special studies in conjunction with a project, analyzes data, and makes recommendations based upon studies.

Creates and maintains performance/production reports (spreadsheets). This includes monthly productivity reports which provide monthly statistics for transactions processed and revenue generated.

Communicates key procedural changes to staff and management.

Performs related work as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

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.

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.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

Competencies

• Decision Quality
  
  

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Consistently demonstrates strong judgment; may be sought out by others for expertise and guidance. Takes smart, independent action in urgent and non-routine situations, knows when to escalate for others' involvement.

• Plans and Aligns
  
  

Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Stays focused on plans and improvises in response to changes, including risks and contingencies. Aligns own team's work with other workgroups'. Looks ahead to determine and obtain needed resources to complete plans.

• Optimizes Work Processes
  
  

Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Pays close attention to a variety of metrics and benchmarks; determines both major and subtle ways to optimize processes. Swiftly resolves process breakdowns; takes steps to ensure that problems do not recur.

• Communicates Effectively
  
  

Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Tailors communication content and style to the needs of others. Pays attention to others' input and perspectives, asks questions, and summarizes to confirm understanding.

• Situational Adaptability
  
  

Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Sees even subtle cues to adapt; deploys a wide range of behaviors to stay effective. Exemplifies flexibility and resourcefulness; responds deftly to a variety of challenges and situations.

County Core Values

All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
  
  

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.

Emergency Management Responsibilities

Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.