Special Project Coordinator (ORU)

City of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

12d • $50,000 - $62,000

About The Position

The Special Project Coordinator for the Overdose Response Unit (ORU) will lead the implementation and coordination of the Naloxone in Black Campaign established by the ORU with support of the Philadelphia Fire Department (PFD) and funded through Vital Strategies. This individual will execute the role of Special Project Coordinator in relation to the Naloxone in Black Campaign which includes data collection, resource tracking, stocking and maintaining inventory of naloxone, conducting trainings on use of Naloxone with community partners, and other associated tasks. Additionally, this position will act as a support role to other projects of the ORU as needed given the Naloxone in Black activities are completed. The ideal candidate for this position is an organized, outgoing, and spirited individual with a passion for community engagement and a basic understanding of intersectional issues related to substance misuse, overdose, race and marginalized population. The Special Project Coordinator will report to the Lead Project Manager of the Naloxone in Black Campaign and will have oversight from the Deputy Director of the Overdose Response Unit. The Special Project Coordinator will also work closely with partnering agencies as well as community-based organizations and external non-profits. Specifically, the Special Project Coordinator will work as a liaison between the ORU, PFD, and community organizations.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in the field of substance use response and/or community engagement.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience managing projects, particularly projects that require collaboration across different groups or teams.
• At a minimum, a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in public policy, psychology, sociology, political science, statistics, economics, mathematics, urban planning, or another field of relevance to local government.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience working in an urban environment and a demonstrated appreciation for cultural, ethnic, and racial diversity.

Responsibilities

• Effectively lead and support multi-agency project teams to enable team to achieve project outcomes.
• Successfully coordinate detailed logistics with multiple stakeholders across departments, quick moving timelines, and operational complexity.
• Assemble project teams, identify needed resources, assign responsibilities, and develop timeframes to facilitate successful completion of project activities and deliverables, with significant time devoted to encampment resolution.
• Actively manage tasks and team members’ work to ensure project requirements are achieved in a timely fashion and within budget guidelines, including tracking key project milestones.
• Quickly address problems that arise and make recommendations regarding adjustments to leadership as needed.
• Monitor and manage project costs and ensure delivery within budgetary guidelines.
• Convene and chair project meetings with internal stakeholders and external partners, and document meeting minutes.
• Prepare status reports, status summaries and dashboards for presentation to mid and senior level management.
• Complete tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform cost/benefit analysis and develop options for leadership decision making.
• Coordinate special events aimed at advancing quality of life, such as social service resource fairs.
• Proactively provide ideas and critical feedback – as well as being open to such constructive dialogue – as part of constantly improving ORU’s work.
• Compile and maintain data tracking on the use of naloxone at all 63 fire stations.
• Driving to and from the 63 designated Philadelphia Fire Department Naloxone Boxes, refilling them with naloxone boxes, tracking inventory and addressing any questions or concerns with the fire department.

Benefits

• City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships.
• Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level