Operations & Infrastructure Coordinator

St. Johns County residents enjoy a healthy quality of life with many perks including one of the top rated public school systems in the State of Florida, miles of beach shoreline, peaceful estuary scenery of the St. Johns River, long established agriculture and equestrian scene, and the nation’s oldest city, historic St. Augustine. In 2019 St. Johns County was ranked the 10th fastest growing county in the United States showcasing that there is truly something for everyone in St. Johns County!

The St. Johns County Facilities Maintenance department is seeking an Operations & Infrastructure Coordinator to support county services by improving workflows, managing projects, and enhancing overall operational efficiency. This role plays a key part in coordinating initiatives across infrastructure, facilities, asset management, fleet operations, and procurement while ensuring smooth, compliant, and cost‑effective service delivery.

The Operations & Infrastructure Coordinator helps improve county operations by reviewing how work gets done, creating clear procedures, and keeping track of major projects. This job also supports inventory and fleet needs, works with vendors and purchasing, and provides helpful data to guide decisions. You will partner with different departments, assist with emergency and special projects, and help keep county operations efficient, organized, and accountable.

The Facilities Management Department provides comprehensive facilities services including property management and maintenance for all properties and buildings owned by the St. Johns Board of County Commissioners. The department delivers the full spectrum of facilities management services for approximately 2 million square feet of County facilities. These properties range from general administrative offices, and judicial facilities to library and recreational facilities. In addition, the department provides in-house small construction services and project management of building repairs and renovations.

The ideal candidate must possess St. Johns County’s core values of Dedication, Openness, Adaptability, Visionary, Fiscal Responsibility, Integrity, and Humility.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate operational and infrastructure improvement projects to enhance county services and efficiency.

• Review workflows and implement process improvements that reduce costs and increase productivity.

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and tracking infrastructure, facilities, and capital projects.

• Support asset management activities, including inventory, lifecycle tracking, and accountability reporting.

• Help manage fleet and equipment operations by monitoring usage, maintenance, readiness, and vehicle inventory.

• Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), workflow documentation, and operational policies.

• Coordinate procurement requests, vendor activities, contracts, and project deliverables.

• Collect and analyze operational data to support informed decision‑making.

• Monitor budgets, spending, and project timelines while ensuring compliance with county policies.

• Work with multiple departments and divisions to improve operations and support strategic initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with county policies, safety standards, and audit requirements.

• Assist with emergency operations, special projects, and other county initiatives.

• Maintain full‑time presence on the job.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, Business Administration, Political Science, or a related field, and three (3) years of professional administrative, analytical, program support, or human resources experience; or

• Associate degree in a related field and five (5) years of directly related professional experience; or

• High school diploma and seven (7) years of directly related professional experience.

• Experience analyzing workflows, coordinating projects, and implementing operational improvements.

• Preferred: Experience with capital improvement programs, procurement, and contract administration.

• Preferred: Lean Six Sigma, CAPM, or other continuous improvement certification.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license and any other endorsements necessary to legally operate vehicles used while assigned to this position.

• Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills to serve others.

• Must be able to comprehend, speak and write the English language.

• Must be able to operate a computer.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Knowledge in local government, public works, facilities management, public infrastructure, or military logistics.

• Knowledge of Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) and infrastructure lifecycle management.

• Skill in Microsoft Office and asset management, maintenance management (CMMS), or project management software.

• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.

• Skill in the preparation of clear and precise administrative reports.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Working Conditions may include some exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions, warehouses, garages, etc.), extreme noises, odors, heights and/or dust.

• Physical Activity may include sitting, walking, lifting heavy objects up to 25lbs, kneeling, crouching, reaching, or standing.

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St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners is a drug free workplace and equal opportunity employer. All employment actions are taken without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, handicap, disability, marital status, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE . Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

An applicant eligible for Veteran's Preference who believes he or she was not afforded employment preferences in accordance with Florida law may file a complaint requesting an investigation with the Florida department of veterans affairs. Veteran's Preference Coordinator, 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, FL 33778. A complaint must be filed within 60 calendar days from the date that the notice of hiring decision is received by the applicant or within three calendar months of the date of the application is filed within the employer if no notice is given. If no notice is given, it is the responsibility of the preferred applicant to contact the employer to determine if the position has been filled.