Project Coordinator (Bellingham)
OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL, A private nonprofit Community Action Agency working as a catalyst for positive change in our communities
and the lives of low-income and disadvantaged people – serving Whatcom, Island and San Juan counties since 1965.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Closes: Wednesday, June 23, 2010 @ 4:00 p.m.
Please see end of document for application information
POSITION: Project Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Weatherization and Home Repair
REPORTS TO: Weatherization and Home Repair Program Manager
SALARY GRADE: 18
SALARY RANGE: $17.08 to $20.09 per hour
STATUS: Non-exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
Position is responsible for performing the following project assessments: structure assessment and inspection, diagnostic testing, “in-home” conservation and home maintenance education, identifying and communicating projected scope of work to client, writing scope of work for the weatherization program, writing scope of work for the rehabilitation program, specification measures and soliciting appropriate bids for weatherization and rehabilitation, work as part of a team to establish weatherization and rehabilitation production schedule, communicating and coordinating weatherization projects with agency Lead Technicians, monitoring contract work in progress, acting as agency liaison for clients during the work phase of the project, determining appropriate funding sources for projected work, inspecting completed projects, securing client sign-off, performing closure of the enhanced projects coordinated (WX and Rehab).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Provides energy conservation and maintenance education to participating homes for weatherization and rehabilitation, along with developing the scope of work for the completion of project.
2. Writes project specifications and coordinates with subcontractors and Lead Technicians to perform specified work. Monitors work in progress as needed. Secures needed permits and inspections.
3. Schedules and performs quality assurance inspections for energy efficiency retrofit work.
4. Proctors Building Performance Institute (BPI) written and field exams.
5. Schedules, tracks, and performs Housing Quality Standard (HQS) inspections.
6. Trains individuals and contractors in weatherization techniques and standards, lead safe work practices and BPI protocols.
7. Acts as agency liaison for participating families during the “in progress” phase of their weatherization and/or rehabilitation project.
8. Responds to calls or complaints regarding projects.
9. Acts as lead in the dissemination of information and development within housing services regarding
rehabilitation programs.
10. Works as part of team to develop and maintain a weatherization and rehabilitation production schedule.
11. Manages, files, and monitors project costs, averages and compliance with funding source rules.
12. Performs or coordinates the “in progress” and final inspection process of their designated projects.
13. Participates in meetings, trainings, contract training and program planning.
14. Participates in development and delivery of safety topics for monthly safety meetings.
15. Provides quality assurance support to energy efficiency retrofit programs.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
2. Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
AA degree or 2 year Certification Program along with a minimum of three years experience in a related field. Experience in the construction and energy conservation field preferred.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Washington State Driver’s License at time of hire. Good driving record. A three-year
driving abstract must be submitted prior to hire date.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Excellent innovation skills; ability to think creatively and independently to develop and implement new
procedures or systems.
2. Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with team members, contractors and clients.
3. Excellent training skills; ability to teach others
3. Fully functional Lead Housing Technician skills.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
5. Ability to make budget recommendations to managers responsible for funding and approving budgets.
6. Outstanding time management and organizational skills
GENERAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Strength: Lifting and carrying tools and materials, typically weighing up to 70 pounds.
Manual Dexterity: Sitting for long periods while keyboarding on the computer.
Mobility: Climbing and descending stairs and ladders; bending and crawling; pushing and dragging materials and tools; laying on 2×4 trusses while balancing; sitting for long periods of time; driving.
Concentration: Situations encountered may be unclear and may require clarification. Determining the correct answer may require conducting some analysis or information gathering, as well as moderate knowledge of the functional field and agency policies, practices and precedents.
Judgment/Temperament: Frequently resolve differences of opinion, using tact and diplomacy, such as settling complaints or negotiating with a diversity of agency and community resources. Resolution of issues may occasionally require actions beyond standard practices. Job decisions/recommendations typically have a significant impact on decisions which others make and/or the work performed beyond entire work team. Minimal supervision is required.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed primarily in a home setting. Work may be performed outdoors in all weather conditions, typically in an environment similar to a construction site. Frequently works in confined spaces, such as beneath floors, in attics and crawl spaces. May require working on rooftops and other potentially hazardous areas, such as around electrical wiring. May be exposed to dusty, wet, muddy, poorly ventilated and occasionally unsanitary environments. Requires frequent travel; occasionally requires driving in adverse weather conditions. Occasionally exposed to outside seasonal weather conditions, dust and/or loud noises such as sirens and traffic congestion.
TO APPLY:
Send resume and cover letter to HR, Opportunity Council, 1111 Cornwall Ave. Suite C, Bellingham, WA 98225 or fax to 1-360-715-8993 by 4:00 pm, Wed., June 23, 2010.
