Special Projects Coordinator

Job Posting Title:

Special Projects CoordinatorDepartment:

Human ResourcesLocation:

415 SILVER AVE SWPay Range:

$61,339.00 - $96,866.00

Close Date:

November 5, 2026Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more.

The Special Projects Coordinator conducts fiscal impact, cost/benefit, project, and program analyses, and coordinates the implementation of special projects, including the preparation and evaluation of proposals and compliance monitoring. Provides technical assistance and serves as a liaison for associated projects. Administers and acts as a liaison to individuals on various committees and community groups. Assists individuals and organizations with concerns and coordinates partnership process improvement initiatives. Serves as the primary contact on various committees. Develops program and fiscal impact reports and position papers.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct fiscal impact, cost/benefit, project, and program analyses, and coordinate the implementation of special projects.
• Manage special project functions, including the preparation and evaluation of proposals and compliance monitoring; provide technical assistance and serve as the County liaison for associated projects.
• Coordinate and conduct feasibility studies and economic impact analysis of projects.
• Identify areas for strategic improvement; develop and implement improvement plans; monitor and report on results.
• Analyze proposed and pending local, state, and federal legislation; develop program and fiscal impact reports and position papers.
• Serve on committees, task forces, evaluation groups, and negotiating teams as assigned.
• Prepare agenda items, periodic and summary financial reports covering all areas of responsibility.
• Handle sensitive and/or confidential records, plans, documents, and decisions while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Duties may vary depending on the specific position and the proportion of time spent on each essential function.

HUMAN RESOURCES

• Coordinate special projects and strategic initiatives assigned by the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) or designee, including those involving workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, employee experience, HR systems, and departmental operations.
• Conduct fiscal impact, cost-benefit, feasibility, project, and program analyses for Human Resources initiatives. Identify financial and operational implications, potential savings, and efficiencies to inform leadership decisions.
• Review Human Resources processes and practices to identify opportunities for improvement; develop action plans and assess their results.
• Develop project proposals, plans, schedules, performance measures, and compliance monitoring activities. Provide technical assistance and serve as a liaison among Human Resources, other County departments, external agencies, consultants, and service providers.
• Support departmental strategic plans and Countywide initiatives involving Human Resources by tracking milestones, deliverables, and outcomes; identifying barriers; and recommending corrective actions.
• Support quality assurance and operational compliance by reviewing internal controls, identifying risks, tracking corrective actions, and promoting consistent HR practices.
• Research proposed and pending local, state, and federal legislation, regulations, and policy changes affecting Human Resources. Consult with subject matter experts and prepare impact analyses, recommendations, and position papers for leadership.
• Facilitate HR technology, workflow automation, data management, and system enhancement projects in partnership with Information Technology and other stakeholders.
• Assist with Requests for Proposals (RFPs), contracts, professional services agreements, and related procurement activities; monitor project deliverables, expenditures, vendor performance, and compliance.
• Represent Human Resources on committees, task forces, evaluation groups, working groups, and negotiating teams as assigned. Gather stakeholder input, document recommendations, and facilitate follow-up.
• Support organizational change associated with HR initiatives through stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and implementation readiness activities.
• Prepare and present updates, agenda items, executive briefings, fiscal analyses, dashboards, and reports for the CHRO, County leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with HR leadership, staff, and other County departments to clarify responsibilities, resolve issues, and move assigned initiatives forward.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee, personnel, financial, and project information in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, records retention requirements, and County policies.

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.

HUMAN RESOURCES

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of experience in human resources, project coordination, or program administration, including involvement in initiatives that support workforce programs, HR operations, or organizational improvements.

*Any equivalent combination related to education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

• Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination.
• Adherence to all County safety guidelines.
• Complete all FEMA training(s) assigned to this position.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.
• Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Most essential job duties are performed indoors in climate-controlled environment.
• Primary work surface is even, dry, carpeted or tiled floor.
• Works alone primarily, with or without directions. Works with a group at times, and with a select team at times.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

• Telephone, calculator, computer, fax machine, and copy machine are used in performance of essential job duties.
• Various forms of paperwork are handled in performance of essential job duties.