Job Details

Salary: $66,342.00 - $122,025.00 Annually
Location : Wichita Transit, KS
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: Special Projects Coordinator
Department: Transportation
Division: TRANSIT Administration
Opening Date: 01/05/2026
Closing Date: 1/27/2026 11:59 PM Central
Bargaining Unit: NONE

The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.
Distinguishing Features of Work
This is professional administrative work responsible for both procurement and project management responsibilities within the Transportation Department including initiating, monitoring, and facilitating the planning and implementation of operations and maintenance projects to ensure completion within prescribed time and funding constraints. Work is directed and reviewed through establishment of goals and evaluation of progress toward goal attainment.

Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PMBargaining Unit: Employees Council

**Posting may close at any time **
Examples of Work Performed
• Writes Requests for Proposals and assists in selecting consultants.
• Compiles information and records to draw purchase orders for procurement of items for the Transit Department.
• Writes and/or reviews City Council Agenda Items and may be required to present to City Council and other boards or to executive leadership,
• Reviews contracts for professional services and/or construction, monitors contract timelines, compliance and develops extensions, if necessary.
• Supervises professional staff and the work of others associated with project development and implementation.
• Coordinates the work of architects, engineers, utility companies, City staff, outside agencies and vendors in the planning, design and development Wichita Transit projects.
• Assures conformance with Federal Transit Administration regulations and City policies and procedures throughout all project phases.
• Prepares and processes required forms, including applications for payment and certified payrolls.
• Ensures that project records are maintained and audit ready.
• Reviews proposals, plans, specifications, cost estimates and project schedules and ensures project meets project budget and timeline expectations.
• Provides construction contractor oversight, conducts progress meetings, works with the vendors to assure quality and conformance to contracts, resolves disputes, processes change orders and maintains coordination through final acceptance.
• Maintain accurate contract clauses and templates for inclusion in solicitations.
• Maintains procurements records in accordance with regulatory requirements and in a way that supports regulatory reporting.
• Manages project from start to finish, including all phases from project initiation to project closeout and subsequent reporting.
• Completion of work assignments requires operation of a vehicle.
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
Requirements of Work
• Considerable knowledge of project planning and preparing preliminary project budgets
• Considerable knowledge of purchasing principles and practices.
• Ability to read and understand the complex documents related to assigned projects
• Ability to plan, organize and effectively supervise work.
• Ability to use a computer to access, interpret and record information
• Ability to safely cover uneven terrain, go up and down stairs and otherwise maneuver around project sites.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, and City officials
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing
• Ability to work in a variety of settings, including indoors and outdoors, in varying climates, noise levels and lighting levels.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license
• An employee will not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Experience and Training

Required Experience and Training

• Bachelor's degree in in business administration, public administration, engineering, architecture, project management, or construction services OR 6years of work-related experience involving administration of government-funded construction projects will be considered in lieu of college degree.

• Two (2) years of experience involving administration of government-funded construction projects.
• A valid driver's license.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.

Preferred Experience and Training

• Two (2) years of experience in management or procurement of federally funded projects.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.

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CITY OF WICHITA

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.

2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.

3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.

4. HEALTH INSURANCE - UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.
5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.
6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.
7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.
8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE- The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.

9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.

10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.

11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES
Deferred Compensation Investment Program
Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA)
Bereavement Pay
Employee Emergency Assistance Fund
Voluntary Shared Leave Program
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Community Volunteer Events
01

The following validates my highest level of education:

• Some High School
• High School/GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate/JD

02

I have a bachelor's degree or higher in business administration, public administration, engineering, architecture, project management, or construction services.

• Yes
• No, I do not have a bachelor degree or higher in business administration, public administration, engineering, architecture, project management, or construction services.

03

I have following years of experience in the administration of government-funded construction projects:

• 0 to 1 year of experience
• 2 to 3 years of experience
• 4 to 5 years of experience
• 6+ years of experience
• I do not have any experience in the administration of government-funded construction projects.

04

I have following years of experience in the management or procurement of federally funded projects.

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year of experience
• 2 - 3 years of experience
• 4 + years of experience
• I do not have any experience in the management or procurement of federally funded projects.

05

Do you have a valid driver's license.

• Yes
• No

06

I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Yes
• No

Required Question