Negotiable Salary
Stafford Gray
Detroit, MI, USA
Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Coordinator with proven experience supporting Project Management Office (PMO) operations in a government environment, preferably within local government. The ideal candidate will assist in coordinating projects, ensuring compliance with governance processes, maintaining documentation, and supporting cross-functional teams in delivering successful outcomes. --- Key Responsibilities: · Provide day-to-day support for PMO operations, including scheduling, reporting, and administrative tasks. · Assist project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring projects in accordance with PMO standards. · Track project deliverables, timelines, and budgets to ensure alignment with organizational goals. · Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including risk logs, meeting minutes, status reports, and change requests. · Support project governance processes, including preparation for steering committee and stakeholder meetings. · Coordinate communication among project stakeholders, internal departments, and external partners. · Assist in the implementation and improvement of PMO tools, templates, and methodologies. · Ensure compliance with government standards, policies, and regulatory requirements. · Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives within the PMO. Requirements Required Qualifications: · Minimum 3 years of experience in a project coordination or PMO support role. · Prior experience working in a government setting, with a strong preference for local government. · Familiarity with project management methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, or Hybrid approaches. · Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks. · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. · Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, SharePoint, Smartsheet, or similar). · Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. · Understanding of government procurement and reporting requirements is a plus. --- Preferred Qualifications: · Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, or a related field. · Project management certification (e.g., CAPM, PMP, PRINCE2 Foundation) is a plus. · Experience working with or within a formal PMO framework.