Project Coordinator

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Organizes project records and maintains documentation to demonstrate compliance with applicable federal and local regulations and DuPage County policies
• Provides technical assistance regarding applicability of federal and local regulations and DuPage County policies to sub-grantees, contractors, and/or program participants on a routine level
• Applies knowledge to determine eligibility of program participants
• Prepares scopes of work and/or requests for proposals and evaluates responses
• Assists in preparation for monthly committee meetings
• Tracks overall project performance and assures timeliness of individual compliance activities, which may include inspection of projects
• Tracks funding for projects (e.g., loans, grants) and ensures long-term compliance related to funding/project type
• Reviews sub-grantee and/or contractor payment claims for completeness of documentation and assists in payment processing
• Reports periodically on project status to superiors
• Provides recommendations to superiors for improved procedures and contributes to the development of program direction and implementation
• Prepares and presents information on programs to employers, community groups, and/or residents
• Develops local procedures for project coordination
• Maintains assigned program and/or project databases to ensure accuracy of information and recordkeeping requirements

Requirements

• Completion of a Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration, Planning or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must possess and maintain in good standing a valid Illinois driver’s license
• Knowledge of basic real estate documents and basic construction practices preferred
• Strong clerical skills
• A pre-employment background check is required

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of basic real estate documents and basic construction practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration, Planning or related field, or equivalent experience

Benefits & Perks

• Complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Pension
• Deferred compensation plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Pre-paid legal and credit union
• Paid time off on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work
• Vacation time, Sick time and Paid Leave