Special Projects Coordinator Join Our Team as Special Projects Coordinator Are you passionate about local government and making an impact on the community? The City Manager's Office is looking for a proactive, highly organized Special Projects Coordinator to support and lead key citywide initiatives. This is a great opportunity to help shape the future of our City. Why You'll Love Working With Us Join a purpose-driven team working on meaningful projects that directly benefit the community. We offer opportunities for professional growth through challenging projects and continuous learning. If you're looking to build a meaningful career in public service, this is the place for you. What You'll Do Coordinate Special Projects: Manage initiatives like business outreach, certification renewals, and grant opportunities. Conduct Research & Analysis: Support new programs with research, data analysis, and policy recommendations. Engage the Community: Collaborate with residents, civic leaders, and serve as liaison to the Arts, Culture, and Entertainment committee. Support City Leadership: Assist with cross-departmental projects and identify ways to improve City operations. Skills You'll Need Strong project management and organizational skills Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability Excellent written and verbal communication Comfortable working across teams and with the public Flexible and self-motivated in a fast-paced environment Experience in community engagement and outreach Able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines What You Bring/Your Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Business, or a related field (Master's preferred) 2+ years of experience in local government (5+ preferred) Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Strong writing, reporting, and presentation skills Proven ability to analyze issues and develop solutions Self-starter with effective time management skills Competitive salary and benefits package The City of Johns Creek offers a competitive salary and benefits package. We encourage you to apply if you are passionate about delivering exceptional support and possess the required qualifications. Explore outstanding healthcare options and exceptional retirement benefits with the City of Johns Creek! Our comprehensive package includes a generous 12% contribution of your base pay to the 401(a) plan and a $1 for $1 match up to 5% in the 457(b) retirement plans, potentially totaling up to 22%! Access financial adviser services at no extra cost. Revel in a competitive salary package crafted to align with the unique responsibilities and benefits of the Special Projects Coordinator. We offer competitive wages starting from $70,229 to $79,969 annually. This position is exempt. About Us The City of Johns Creek is a vibrant jewel nestled in the thriving northeast suburbs of Metro Atlanta. As the 10th largest city in Georgia, we take pride in our community of 82,000 residents and 284 dedicated employees who contribute to its growth and well-being. Established in December of 2006, Johns Creek has emerged as a beacon of safety in Georgia, consistently earning high marks on safewise.com's rankings. We are committed to upholding this reputation as we move forward. Johns Creek was ranked the #1 Best Place to Live in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report, #1 Best Atlanta Suburb in 2024 by livability.com, and the #1 place to raise a family in Georgia by Niche.com. We aim to pioneer health, wellness, and innovation, continually drawing residents and businesses from all corners to call Johns Creek their home. Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Johns Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, or any other class or status protected by law. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information via this online portal. In fairness to other potential candidates for this position, unsolicited letters, emails, telephone calls, or in-person submissions will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed as received. The City reserves the right to close the position before the posted date if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. The City of Johns Creek is a drug free workplace and all positions are subject to the candidate successfully passing a background screening.