Special Projects Administrator

Maricopa Association of Governments•Phoenix, AZ

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) is seeking a bright, driven, team-oriented, experienced professional to administer high-level activities including managing projects, writing in-depth reports, analyzing data, and interacting with key stakeholders and members of the public. The Special Projects Administrator is responsible for project oversight for the MAG Community Initiatives Coordinating Committee and special human services projects. Supporting work also includes efforts and priorities of the Maricopa Regional Continuum of Care. The Community Initiatives Division collaborates with local governments, Native nations and community leaders to facilitate human services planning and projects that improve people's lives and strengthen communities throughout the region. This includes legacy work addressing homelessness, domestic violence and aging.

Requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Bachelor's Degree (Master's preferred) in social work, public policy, business administration, political science, sociology, planning, economics, or other relevant areas of study related to the position
At least 5 years of related work experience.
Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, budget management, and relationship building.
Applying effective communications
Conveying complex concepts and information to various audiences
Adaptable in performing a wide range of duties, frequently shifting between tasks of varying nature or complexity
Managing multiple projects with competing timelines effectively
Organizing and coordinating the efforts of multidisciplinary teams with diverse stakeholders
Working independently as well as a part of a team

Nice To Haves

Master's degree

Responsibilities

Serves as tactical lead on assigned projects or programmatic priorities, such as the Heat Relief Network, aging and domestic violence.
Manages workgroup or committee activities, including the MAG Community Initiatives Coordinating Committee.
Drafts meeting agendas, minutes, and public postings/notices.
Follows up on tasks as an outcome of meetings.
Develops and drafts detailed policy and technical briefing summaries.
Builds relationships through regular coordination with member agencies, external agency partners, and non-profit organizations.
Manages projects including budget review, resource allocation, and funding identification for new initiatives in alignment with policymaker direction.
Monitors and maintains awareness of federal, state, Native nation, and local issues affecting laws, policies, and programs.