Public Works - Project Administrator

The Erlanger Public Works Department will be accepting applications for a Project Administrator.

This job will be active until Friday, May 2, 2025 at 5pm.

Position Summary

The Public Works Project Administrator is responsible for the planning, coordination, implementation and execution of capital projects while remaining aligned with the strategy, commitment, and goals of the City of Erlanger. Additional duties/work tasks may be assigned as deemed necessary by the Department Director or Project Manager.

Essential Functions

The Department's point of contact, performs all necessary tracking and initial investigative work on all citizens complaints.

Provides mentoring and leadership training as assigned.

Maintains files and project folders

Oversees completion of special projects, as directed.

Acts on behalf of the Project Manager, in his absence or as directed

Assists with coordination/management of winter operations, as directed.

Inspects/manages capital projects, as directed, and maintains working relationships with contractors.

Attends meetings/participates with special committees, as directed by the Director of Public Works or Project Manager.

Coordinates general departmental purchases that align with a defined budget

Reviews and updates the departments SOP’s

Inspects street and sidewalk repairs to include capital replacement projects

Manages certain budget line items.

Assist with all City Public Workshops.

Meets with contractors and/or utility representatives to address issues or concerns

Monitors departments portion of City’s web-page.

Carries out duties related to codes.

Position Qualifications

The City of Erlanger is seeking qualified candidates for the Project Administrator position who are competent self-starting individuals that conduct themselves in a positive manner, are trustworthy and reliable to others. Must have exceptional time management skills, fundamental computer competency and strong technical abilities. Desired candidates shall be extremely detail-oriented and possess strong communication skills—both verbal and written.

Requirements

Valid Driver's License

High School Diploma/GED

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, their resume along with a completed job application to the Human Resources Department online or at 505 Commonwealth Avenue, Erlanger, KY 41018 no later than 5:00 PM Friday, May 2, 2025.

Benefits Package

Salary starts at $61,000 and up, depending on qualifications

Vacations and Personal Time Off

Paid Holidays

Longevity Pay

Educational Assistance

100% Premium Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

100% Paid Cellular Plan

Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

100% Premium Paid Life Insurance

Paid Outside Career Development Programs

KY CERS Non-Hazardous Duty Retirement

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and humid conditions and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Expectation for All Employees

Responsible for familiarizing self with Departmental Procedures and the City of Erlanger’s Personnel Policy; knowledge of location to research Procedures and Policies, supports the City’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, personalization, commitment to the community, and accountability and ownership.

The City of Erlanger has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the City of Erlanger reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the City may deem appropriate. The City of Erlanger is an Equal Opportunity Employer.