Innovation Program Coordinator (Temporary)
Innovation Program Coordinator (Temporary)
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Job Description
Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
05/22/25Division:
Business Innovation & Technology DivisionManagement Level:
Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Benefit Eligibility:
This position is nonbenefit eligible and must work no more than 130 hours per calendar month.Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
About the Innovation Team
The Innovation Team is housed within the Business Innovation & Technology department. We work to build a culture of innovation by championing new and inventive ways of serving internal and external customers rewarding employee led discovery and inventive actions and encouraging thoughtful risktaking. Our goal is to transform the way the government operates by supporting and leading business process and technology improvements.
About the Position:
Are you passionate about improving the way government operates Are you interested in multiplying your impact by empowering others to do the same If so were excited to have you join Jefferson Countys Innovation Team! We champion new ways of delivering services through process and technology improvement. We are searching for an Innovation Program Coordinator to facilitate the recruitment project pipeline project development and execution and tracking of project success of the seasonal Innovation Intern cohorts. This person will serve on the frontline of leading cuttingedge technology evaluations and pilots at Jefferson County. The position will report directly to the Innovation Program Manager. The successful candidate will have project management and interpersonal skills. Additionally the candidate should see obstacles not as roadblocks but as opportunities to get creative think outside the box and problemsolve
SCHEDULE:
This position operates on our fourday work week (MondayThursday).
This position is hybrid with remote work and inoffice work as determined by business need.
This is a temporary position to provide coverage during an employee leave of absence. The parttime position is expected to last approximately 6 months beginning in June and can expect to work between 2529 hours per week depending on the employees availability. While this is a temporary role there may be an opportunity for an extension based on departmental needs and candidate performance
COMPENSATION:
Hiring Range: $29$33 USD Hourly
Compensation will be determined based on education experience and skills.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Specifically the Innovation Program Coordinator (Temp) should expect to:
Manage the overall Internship Program by maintaining the programs recruiting schedule curating intern projects and facilitating stakeholder meetings.
Manage multiple intern projects simultaneously by tracking progress motivating interns defining project activities.
Manage the internship programs events calendar and coordinate logistics for various events including workshops learning sessions and teambuilding events.
Support the Innovation Program Manager with similar event and logistics planning for the fellowship program.
Lead select innovation projects directly. These projects can range from emerging technology evaluations to learning and development initiatives to managing an event like the annual Technology showcase. Projects are assigned based on county needs and employee skills and interests.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Generally were looking for candidates with the following experiences skills and/or interests:
Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience.
Interest in the intersection of technology and how organizations deliver high quality services.
Interest in and experience facilitating events and presentations.
Interest and experience recruiting and coaching staff or volunteers.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Adaptable as both a supportive team player and leader.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click apply for that reason we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors degree in a related filed
Preferred knowledge skills and abilities:
Experience coaching and/or managing volunteers or junior staff
Experience recruiting staff or volunteers.
Experience analyzing business processes programs and policies and creating recommendations for improvement.
At least 1 year of managing multiple projects (i.e. developing project schedules tracking progress navigating obstacles).
Able to work independently and collaboratively in a complex organization.
Additional Job Information:
Criminal History and MVR Background Checks are for every position.
Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history motor vehicle report education verification and/or references.
In any materials you submit you may redact or remove ageidentifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.
APPLICATION:
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cutoff date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities
A resume and cover letter submitted with your application are encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application please log into your candidate portal.
For more details on the recruitment process please visit: Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team ator
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Administrative Business Programs and ServicesRequired Experience:
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Employment Type
Part-Time
