Project Coordinator - Sustainability multiple levels available
Project Coordinator - Sustainability multiple levels available
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Job Description
WHO WE ARE
We are the Metropolitan Council the regional government for the sevencounty Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation wastewater and housing services. More information about us on our website.
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Metro Transit is one of the countrys largest transit systems employs more than 3000 people and prior to Covid provided more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses light rail and commuter trains as well as resources for those who carpool vanpool walk or bike in the Twin Cities.
Metro Transits Engineering Departmentis responsible for the development and construction of Metro Transits public and support facilities. In the support facility area they plan design and construct improvements to the bus operations and maintenance facilities including for example replacement of existing equipment improvements to the maintenance service bays renovating operations support space including building additions and designing new facilities. Engineering and Facilities has built and maintains over 2 million square feet of office and industrial space.How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:As a Project Coordinator/Senior Project Coordinator/Principal Project Coordinator you will be responsible forleading efforts related to natural systems sustainability and environmental systems management. The incumbent will play a key role in the development and implementation of Metro Transits Sustainability Plan (MTSP) that aligns with the Councils CAWP and the State of Minnesotas Climate Action Framework. The MTSP will stretch beyond climate action and GHG emissions to identify and incorporate meaningful site environmental outcomes into our operations. Additionally it will center the environmental justice lens outlined in CAWP and Imagine 2050 onto the agencys work.
This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. Candidates permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.
What you would do in this job
Sustainability Projects:
- Collaborate across Metro Transit departments and with municipalities to support the objectives of the Climate Action Work Plan and Metro Transit Sustainability Plan.
- Collaborate with municipalities and watershed districts to ensure stormwater BMPs comply with guidelines and ordinances.
- Manage sustainable initiatives focusing on environmental justice equity and climate action.
- Gather analyze and report data on utility billing greenhouse gas emissions and other sustainability efforts.
- Creates impactful documentation of the agencys progress through written and visual depictions.
- Colead the Environmental Management System program to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Develop and assist in RFQs/RFPs/IFBs for sustainabilityrelated services.
- Gather evaluate and format data from existing operations for reporting to required entities.
- Determine sufficiency of data and develop new data definitions as required to create meaningful metrics for reporting progress.
- Uses data and metrics to create communication documents and tools to aid policy makers managers and employees in monitoring progress and making operational decisions.
- Leads or aids in the development and maintenance of sustainable guidelines and owners project requirements such as but not limited to landscaping irrigation chloride management and nitrogen fertilizer.
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
Project Coordinator
Any of the following combinations of related experience (in engineering architecture planning or related field) and completed education (degree field of study inEngineering Architecture Engineering Technology Architectural Technology Construction Technology Planning or related field.- A high school diploma and seven 7 years of experience.
- Associate degree and five 5 years of experience.
- Bachelors degree and three 3 years of experience.
- Masters degree and one 1 year of experience.
Senior Project Coordinator
Any of the following combinations of related experience (intransit or administration management research planning statistics or engineering and completed education (degree field of study inurban or transportation planning or related field- A high school diploma and eight 8 years of experience.
- Associate degree and six 6 years of experience.
- Bachelors degree and four 4 years of experience.
- Masters degree and two 2 years of experience.
Principal Project Coordinator:
Any of the following combinations of related experience project management experience on large and complex capital projects and completed education (degree field of study inEngineering Architecture Engineering Technology Architectural Technology Construction Technology Urban or Transportation Planning or closely related field- A high school diploma and eight 9 years of experience.
- Associate degree and six 7 years of experience.
- Bachelors degree and four 5 years of experience.
- Masters degree and two 3 years of experience.
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):- Experience in project management and coordination of multiple disciplines.
- Experience and technical knowledge in the preparation of plans and specifications.
- Experience in leading and facilitating meetings with very complex and detailed materials.
- Demonstrated experience in cultural competence and working with diverse communities and stakeholders.
- Skilled in project management: including developing and leading effective project teams problem solving facilitating scheduling presenting reports and contract administration.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word Excel Power Point Teams and Notebook applications is desired as is familiarity with Outlook.
- Skilled communicator oral written and interpersonal proficiency a must. Ability to edit and format documents written by multiple authors into a cohesive and smooth flowing product.
- Demonstrable experience inresearching sustainability and climate related issues and topics ability to assess potential impacts evaluating alternatives and formally or informally making recommendations.
- Ability to provide timely and accurate client services to interagency stakeholders the public and other agencies.
- We offer theopportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
- We encourage our employees to develop their skills through onsite training and tuition reimbursement.
- We provide a competitive salary excellent benefits and a good work/life balance. More about why you should join us!
Additional information
- Project Coordinator
- Union/Pay Grade: NonRepresented / G
- Status: Exempt
- Safety Sensitive: No
- Full Salary Range: $38.53$62.53 Hourly $80142.40 $130062.40Annually
- Senior Project Coordinator
- Union/Grade: NonRepresented / Pay Grade H
- Status: Exempt
- Safety Sensitive: No
- Full Salary Range: $41.65$67.60 Hourly $86632.00 $140608.00 Annually
- Principal Project Coordinator
- Union/Grade: NonRepresented / Pay Grade I
- Status: Exempt
- Safety Sensitive: No
- Full Salary Range: $45.05$73.11 Hourly $93704.00 $152068.80Annually
What your work environment would be:
Work is primarily performed in a standard office work environment however there will be some travel from primary work site to other sites and to Metro Transit facilities and occasionally out of state. At times incumbent in this position will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions near moving parts and equipment fumes and airborne particles and electrical items.
What steps the recruitment process involves:- We review your minimum qualifications.
- We rate your education and experience.
- We conduct a structured panel interview.
- We conduct a selection interview.
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only) and a background check which verifies education employment and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a casebycase basis based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council you must pass a drug test (if moving from a nonsafety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job youre applying for is safety sensitive is a supervisory or management job is in the Finance Information Services Audit or Human Resources departments or has access to financial records files/databases cash vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action and veteranfriendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color members of the LGBTQ community individuals with disabilities women and veterans to apply.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process please email.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
