PROJECT COORDINATOR – 55002177 Position Available In Leon, Florida

Requisition No:

 851877

Agency:

Department of Transportation

Working Title:

PROJECT COORDINATOR – 55002177

Pay Plan:

Career Service

Position Number:

 55002177

Salary:

$36,540.03 – $42,630.04

Posting Closing Date:

05/09/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool

STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB

POSTING DESCRIPTION

942 / Office of Information Technology

OPEN COMPETITIVE

CAREER

SERVICE CONTACT PERSON

Chelsea York

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER

(850) 414-4208
CONTACT

EMAIL ADDRESS

Chelsea.

York@dot.state.fl.us

HIRING SALARY

$1,561.54/biweekly range / $40,600.04/annual range Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.
Our Mission
The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities. Our Vision
As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

Project Coordinator for the Office of Information Technology This position will assist with onboarding tasks and ensures new team members are smoothly integrated into the Department. Responsibilities include preparing necessary documentation, coordinating with various departments, and providing support to new hires during their initial hiring period. It will also prepare various requests and reimbursements in accordance with policies and procedures. Ensures accuracy and completeness of documentation.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of

TRREC:

Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

Where You Will Work:

Florida Department of Transportation 605 Suwannee Street Tallahassee, FL 32399

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Collaborate effectively with team members and other departments. Demonstrates a desire to learn about the Department and the Office of Information Technology (OIT). Proficient in developing and implementing plans to meet program and service needs. Knowledge of principles and processes involved in technology for business and organizational planning, coordination, and execution. This may include strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods. Assists with onboarding tasks and ensures new team members are smoothly integrated into the Department. Responsibilities include preparing necessary documentation, coordinating with various departments, and providing support to new hires during their initial hiring period. Prepares various requests and reimbursements in accordance with policies and procedures. Ensures accuracy and completeness of documentation. The Successful Candidate will have the following required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Knowledge of general office procedures and practices; Knowledge of techniques for effectively dealing with people. Knowledge of correct grammar usage; Knowledge of the techniques for effective communication.

Skills in:

Skill in providing customer service; Skill in use of office equipment; Skill in using a personal computer (PC) and Microsoft Office Application Programs.

Ability to:

Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures; Ability to access, input and retrieve information from a computer database; Ability to follow instructions; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; Ability to review data for accuracy and completeness.

Minimum Qualifications:

A high school diploma or its equivalent and one year of experience in an office environment. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
$25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
State of Florida retirement package 10 paid holidays a year Generous vacation and sick leave
Career advancement opportunities
Tuition waiver for public college courses
A variety of training opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/ SPECIAL

REQUIREMENTS

You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the

SSS. THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES.

If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.