Public Works Contract Administrator

The City of Scappoose is hiring for a Public Works Contract Administrator. 

Education & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or a related field. A master’s degree in public administration or a related field is preferred.
• Two years increasingly responsible experience as a staff assistant or analyst supporting senior management, or similar experience in a related field.
• Proven organizational, planning, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with GIS.
• Superb tact and diplomacy.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• High levels of proficiency in complex scheduling and coordination.
• Experience in managing media relations, writing press releases, and overseeing public records requests.

Position Summary and Essential Functions Summary: Under the direction of the Public Works Director, the position performs a variety of professional administrative duties in assisting the Public Works Director. The position performs both assigned and independent duties. The position requires coordination and implementation of a variety of Public Works projects. Work requires the exercise of discretion in performing daily activities based on a complete knowledge of administrative policies and procedures and City operations.

• Performs a variety of contract administration duties, including but not limited to the organization, review, revision, and preparation of contract and procurement documents for Public Works projects.
• Performs analytic review of policies and procedures, recommending appropriate goals and objectives; implements approved policies and procedures for the Public Works department and other departments as assigned.
• Attends department head, Committee, and City Council meetings as required and makes recommendations of subjects under discussion; Staff support to boards and commissions as assigned.
• Participates in intergovernmental issues and programs by attending official meetings, as required, to answer questions, provide information, and/or request resources.

For more information please visit the City of Scappoose Website: https://www.ci.scappoose.or.us/cityhall/page/public-works-contract-administrator.

First review for this position will happen on April 10th, 2023.