Program Management Coordinator

Lane County • Public Service Building, OR

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About The Position

Lane County is seeking an experienced Program Management Coordinator to lead a collaborative, multi-jurisdictional initiative to develop a long-term regional wastewater solution connecting the cities of Creswell and Junction City to the Metropolitan Wastewater Management Commission (MWMC) system. The high-visibility program brings together local governments, engineering professionals, regulatory agencies, and community partners to plan infrastructure that supports sustainable growth and economic development.

Working within Lane County’s Policy Division and reporting to the Community & Economic Development Manager, the coordinator will manage project planning, engineering studies, consultant contracts, funding strategies, and intergovernmental agreements. The role requires navigating technical and regulatory challenges, building consensus among partner agencies, and turning strategic priorities into actionable plans. The position may also support rural water and wastewater districts throughout Lane County in identifying infrastructure needs and accessing resources.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is non-represented and limited duration, approved for a two-year term with potential for an additional one- to two-year term. It is benefit-eligible for the employee only.

Requirements

• Nine years of education and/or experience in public administration, business administration, program management, public policy, or a similar field, or an equivalent combination sufficient to perform the essential duties.
• Submit a copy of a resume.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience with intergovernmental coordination, regulatory processes, and capital project planning.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Experience overseeing consultant teams and managing technical deliverables.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license, PMP certification, or equivalent credentials.
• Experience in wastewater or utility infrastructure planning or construction.
• Prior work with Oregon DEQ, MWMC, or regional utilities.
• Experience developing or administering IGAs and intergovernmental partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regional wastewater infrastructure program connecting Creswell and Junction City to the MWMC system.
• Coordinate project planning, engineering studies, consultant contracts, funding strategies, and intergovernmental agreements.
• Navigate technical and regulatory challenges and build consensus among partner agencies.
• Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans.
• Oversee coordination among local governments, engineering professionals, regulatory agencies, and community partners.
• May support rural water and wastewater districts in identifying infrastructure needs and accessing resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed