Work involves serving as a liaison with other county, state, federal, and community agencies. Work requires familiarity with the subject matter of the project but full technical knowledge is not essential as specialists in the various aspects of the operation are utilized for technical assistance. Employees in this class are expected to coordinate and manage operations with considerable independence, although all major decisions are referred to an administrative superior for advice and direction. Supervision is received through conferences with an administrative superior and by adherence to established policies and procedures. Supervision may be exercised over clerical staff and specially assigned technical subordinates.
Work is reviewed through conferences, reports, and program achievements.
This classification is distinguished from a Special Projects Coordinator II by the responsibility for considerable independence in managing and coordinating a program or project of major scope. Facilitates the accomplishment of work through providing, obtaining and coordinating a variety of services. Monitors and supervises maintenance of project records and documentation. Performs related work as required. Considerable knowledge of the standard practices in the fields of local government personnel management, budgeting, and accounting.