Organizational / Operations Project Coordinator (Project Manager)

The City of Lancaster is seeking a driven, organized, and forward-thinking professional to serve as Organizational / Operations Project Coordinator (Project Manager) within the City Manager's Office. This position plays an important role in advancing citywide priorities by coordinating high-impact projects, supporting operational initiatives, and helping move strategic goals into action. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working across departments, and can balance organization, communication, and follow-through with excellence. The selected candidate will help ensure projects remain aligned with City priorities, timelines, and expectations while supporting collaboration between leadership, departments, and stakeholders. Why Join the City of Lancaster? This is an exciting opportunity to be part of meaningful work that directly supports the City Manager's Office and the City's organizational goals. In this role, you will help strengthen operations, improve coordination, and support initiatives that make a lasting impact across the organization and the community. We are looking for someone who is: Productivity by moving projects forward and keeping priorities on track Resourcefulness by solving problems and coordinating effectively across departments Integrity in communication, follow-up, and accountability Dedication to supporting leadership and serving the organization well Excellence in every project, report, and interaction Plan, organize, coordinate, and oversee organizational and operational projects as assigned by the City Manager's Office Support the implementation of citywide priorities, strategic initiatives, and cross-departmental efforts Coordinate with departments and stakeholders to ensure projects remain aligned with City goals, expectations, and timelines Prepare reports, presentations, briefing materials, and project updates for executive leadership and City Council Monitor project timelines, budgets, deliverables, and milestones to support timely completion of assigned initiatives Track progress, identify issues, and help develop solutions to keep projects moving forward effectively Serve as a liaison between the City Manager's Office and internal and external stakeholders Support communication, coordination, and follow-up related to key organizational and operational initiatives Assist in maintaining organized records, documentation, and status updates for assigned projects Provide high-level coordination and project support while managing multiple priorities with professionalism and attention to detail Perform other related duties as assigned Minimum of five (5) years of project management experience Local government experience is required Must have or be actively pursuing a Master of Public Administration (MPA) Master's degree in Public Administration preferred Qualifications - The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Strong organizational, coordination, and project management skills Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with departments and leadership Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail Strong judgment, professionalism, and follow-through in a fast-paced environment Ability to support high-level initiatives with discretion, accountability, and excellent customer service