Project Coordinator

Noraworks; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Orleans Redevelopment Authority is seeking a Project Coordinator to support a variety of development initiatives. This role involves project planning, community engagement, and the execution of programs focused on residential and commercial revitalization. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, have a background in urban planning or real estate, and be detail-oriented.

Benefits

Generous employer-sponsored health, dental, vision, and life insurance

457(b) retirement plan with employer matching

10 paid holidays each year

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of work experience in planning or related field required.
• Proven ability to foster and maintain relationships with the public and professionals.
• Basic to intermediate photography skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project planning and execution for development and revitalization programs.
• Coordinate predevelopment and community engagement initiatives.
• Monitor and report on project performance and maintenance.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Detail-oriented

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Digital project management tools (e.g. Trello)

Job description

REPORTS TO: Director of Real Estate and Strategy
DIRECT REPORTS: None
REVIED: June 2025

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Project Coordinator is responsible for supporting project planning and implementation efforts within NORA’s Residential Development, Commercial Revitalization, and Land Stewardship programs. The Project Coordinator is responsible for supporting and executing work plans associated NORA’s projects, programs and Strategic Plan. Specifically, the Project Coordinator will support the agency through data and case management, visualization and mapping, report writing, and quantitative analysis. The Project Coordinator works closely with, and under the supervision of, the Director of Real Estate Development & Planning as well as alongside NORA Program and/or Project Managers as assigned for specific scopes of work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• • Assist in implementation of various property disposition and development strategies including auctions, housing, economic development, green infrastructure and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), issued by the Real Estate Development and Planning Department etc.
• Support predevelopment, development, and closeout of affordable housing, economic development, early childhood facilities programs and green infrastructure programs.
• Coordinate and support the implementation of early childhood facilities programs and other development initiatives, through applicant support, facilitation of technical assistance services, and community engagement and payment processing.
• Coordinate and support the implementation of housing and economic development programs and initiatives as part of the agency’s goals and Strategic Plan.
• Coordinate the landscape enhancement program for side lot purchasers from pre-sale through project close-out, serving as the point of contact for program participants.
• Coordinate the community leasing program from pre-application through project close-out, serving as the point of contact for all applicants and any technical assistance providers.
• Inspect and monitor the maintenance and performance of NORA-led and partner-led projects.
• Process draw and payment requests • Enter and maintain project and property data
• Prepare presentations and materials for NORA’s Executive Team
• Develop marketing strategies and materials for NORA projects
• Coordinate social media

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Project Coordinator

Apply through our portal here:Portal

REPORTS TO: Director of Real Estate and Strategy
DIRECT REPORTS: None
REVIED: June 2025

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Project Coordinator is responsible for supporting project planning and implementation efforts within NORA’s Residential Development, Commercial Revitalization, and Land Stewardship programs. The Project Coordinator is responsible for supporting and executing work plans associated NORA’s projects, programs and Strategic Plan. Specifically, the Project Coordinator will support the agency through data and case management, visualization and mapping, report writing, and quantitative analysis. The Project Coordinator works closely with, and under the supervision of, the Director of Real Estate Development & Planning as well as alongside NORA Program and/or Project Managers as assigned for specific scopes of work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• • Assist in implementation of various property disposition and development strategies including auctions, housing, economic development, green infrastructure and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), issued by the Real Estate Development and Planning Department etc.
• Support predevelopment, development, and closeout of affordable housing, economic development, early childhood facilities programs and green infrastructure programs.
• Coordinate and support the implementation of early childhood facilities programs and other development initiatives, through applicant support, facilitation of technical assistance services, and community engagement and payment processing.
• Coordinate and support the implementation of housing and economic development programs and initiatives as part of the agency’s goals and Strategic Plan.
• Coordinate the landscape enhancement program for side lot purchasers from pre-sale through project close-out, serving as the point of contact for program participants.
• Coordinate the community leasing program from pre-application through project close-out, serving as the point of contact for all applicants and any technical assistance providers.
• Inspect and monitor the maintenance and performance of NORA-led and partner-led projects.
• Process draw and payment requests • Enter and maintain project and property data
• Prepare presentations and materials for NORA’s Executive Team
• Develop marketing strategies and materials for NORA projects
• Coordinate social media

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree required, major or concentration in architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, urban planning, public administration, finance, real estate development or other field related to community design and development is preferred. Master’s degree preferred.

Experience

A minimum of two years of work experience in the aforementioned disciplines or a related field. A Master’s degree may substitute for up to two years of experience.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated success in and/or possess the following skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with proven ability to foster and maintain relationships with citizens and professional service providers alike
• Concurrent management of multiple scopes of work • Interaction and development of relationships with members of the public
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision • Excellent time management skills
• Basic to intermediate photography skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work as a member of a highly motivated and professional team.
• Detail-oriented and well-organized • Fluent in all components of Microsoft Office
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of digital project management tools, such as Trello
• High standards of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness
• Demonstrated ability to respect and maintain confidentiality whether written or verbal
• High standards of personal and professional integrity and trustworthiness
• Demonstrated ability to respect and maintain confidentiality whether written or verbal

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary

• Commensurate with experience

Insurance

• Generous employer-sponsored health, dental, vision, life, and other supplemental coverages available

Retirement

• 457(b) plan with up to 5% employer-matched contributions

Paid Leave

• 10 paid holidays each year
• 12 annual leave days accrued in first year
• 12 sick days accrued in first year

APPLICATIONS

Apply through our portal here: Portal . For questions, please contact Anita Briant, Director of Human Resources at [e-mail] .

New Orleans Redevelopment Authority
1409 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard
New Orleans, LA 70113
www.noraworks.org
THE NEW ORLEANS REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, GENDER, AGE, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, CREED, CULTURE, OR ANCESTRY.