Office of Transformation and Opportunity Project Coordinator (OTO Coordinator, Governor's Office)

Are you passionate about making government work smarter, faster, and better? Do you thrive at the intersection of strategy, problem-solving, and relationship-building? The Office of Transformation and Opportunity (OTO) is looking for a dynamic Project Coordinator to help make Pennsylvania a top destination for business investment and growth.

As Project Coordinator, you will bring your private-sector project management expertise into the public realm, driving high-impact initiatives that streamline permitting, accelerate development, and unlock economic potential across the Commonwealth. You will be the go-to partner for some of Pennsylvania's most ambitious and complex projects, helping sponsors navigate government processes and get their ideas off the ground. Apply today to play key role in strengthening the Commonwealth's long-term competitiveness and supporting strategic industries that drive economic growth and prosperity!

Keys to Success:

• Lead with purpose: Serve as the primary liaison for major project sponsors, guiding them through permitting, grants, and other processes.

• Drive results: Track progress, anticipate roadblocks, and creatively solve problems to keep projects moving forward.

• Collaborate across government: Work closely with OTO teammates and agency partners to deliver timely, coordinated support.

• Shape the future: Contribute to Commonwealth-wide initiatives that make Pennsylvania's government more responsive, efficient, and business-friendly.

If you are a strategic thinker with a knack for execution and you know how to manage complex projects, build trust with stakeholders, and turn challenges into opportunities - then this is the position for you!

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
  • Given the always-on nature of the Governor's Office, work outside of standard business days/hours is expected, when needed.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Applicants must have four years working in project management, real estate development, finance, engineering, consulting or related fields, with some working knowledge of the Commonwealth's permitting, licensing, and grant programs and processes.

Additional Requirements:

• You must have experience with relationship-building and effective communication.
• You must have experience with managing multiple projects and work streams at once.
• You must have experience with reading, writing, and researching business and policy trends in economic development.
• You must have experience attending meetings in-person or virtually with both internal and external stakeholders.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Private sector experience in project management, real estate development, finance, engineering, or consulting.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.

How to Apply:

• Your application must include a resume.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.