What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intergovernmental Coordinator position at Maricopa County?
Posting Date
01 / 08 / 25
Application Deadline
01 / 13 / 25
Pay Range
62,000 - $102,500 annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
Unclassified
Department
Transportation
About the Position
The Intergovernmental Coordinator provides an exciting opportunity to show off your interpersonal, analytical, and writing skills!
As the Intergovernmental Coordinator, you will work closely with Maricopa County Department Of Transportation (MCDOT) professionals, federal, state, regional, and / or local jurisdictions, and other agencies / organizations to coordinate program and related activities, develop intergovernmental agreements, negotiate agreement terms, and perform a variety of policy-related tasks.
- This position is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period.
About Us
We value your time.The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT), we provide connections that improve people's lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees, we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work, live, and play? Then join our team and help us build connections.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
Employee discounts for goods and services
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
One year of experience working in government affairs and / or public relations
Bachelor's degree in public administration, political science, government relations, business, planning, or a closely related field
A combination of related experience and post-secondary education may be substituted on a year-per-year basis
We Also Value
Experience working with federal-aid programs and proposed legislation
Experience working with government and elected officials at the local, state and federal level
Job Contributions
Ensure partnership compliance with Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) requirements and the Board of Supervisors' approval process, and build / maintain strong intergovernmental relationships / partnerships demonstrating political sensitivity
Coordinate and develop IGAs with MCDOT Project Managers and negotiate agreement terms with outside agencies and municipalities supporting the MCDOT Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and other projects
Cross-trains to support other Intergovernmental Relations Branch programs including Transportation Advisory Board, Legislative Affairs, Federal Aid, Title VI Compliance, Intergovernmental Agreements, Policies and procedures, and SOPs as needed
Exercise independent judgment serving as MCDOT liaison to federal, state,
regional and / or local communities and private partners to monitor transportation projects and issues
Ensure county and partner compliance with federal, state, regional, and county
requirements
Customer Service - Represent MCDOT at SCHOA & PORA community meetings - follow up on resident issues and requests
Carry out special projects in support of the TIP and other MCDOT programs
Working Conditions
Work is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Occasional travel to local cities and towns may be required
Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time
Must possess or can obtain by the time of hire, a valid Arizona driver's license
Hybrid schedule available after training period
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Salary : $62,000 - $102,500
