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Project Manager Analytics Specialist 1 (Parks Planner)

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Project Manager Analytics Specialist 1 (Parks Planner)

Salary

$50,609.00 - $59,368.00 Annually

Location

Michigan, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20244111001GSDTMDB

Department

General Services

Opening Date

04/14/2025

Closing Date

6/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General

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Description

Parks Planner

The Parks Planner (Project Manager Analytics Specialist 1) is a position within the Public Space Planning Unit of the General Services Department, a small team that manages all the parks and greenways planning for the City of Detroit. This position focuses on community engagement and project management for park improvement projects across the City.

This position requires multiple skill sets associated with park planning and project management, including but not limited to community outreach, graphic design, mapping, data tracking, and public speaking. The applicant should be committed to equity and inclusion and have a keen interest in community building and the development of public spaces. Experience with community engagement, project management and/or planning is expected.

Examples of Duties

+ Conduct community outreach with park stewardship and community groups

+ Coordinate public meetings for park improvements

+ Project manage the planning stages of park renovations

+ Perform equity analysis using demographic, health and environmental data

+ Manage parks and rec asset data in Cartegraph (GIS based platform)

+ Track grant funded projects

+ Generate project reports for funders

+ Create and update maps through ArcGIS and Adobe

+ Generate digital and print public-facing materials such as flyers, newsletters and website updates

+ Create and lead public presentations

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree with major in urban planning, data analytics, project management, business, management, organizational development, or a related field.

Experience

Project Manager & Analytics Specialist I - One to three (1-3) years of project management or data analytics experience.

Equivalency

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirement of this position.

Preferred skills:

Applicants should have experience with the following:

+ Community outreach such as working with residents and/or neighborhood groups, preferably within Detroit

+ Graphic design and presentations, including experience with Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Powerpoint.

+ Data analysis and map creation, including experience with ArcGIS Pro

+ Innovative thinking

+ Program development and management, including programs with park partners

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

+ Interview: 70%

+ Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%

+ Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

+ Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points

+ Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point

Applicants may be subject to background and criminal checks.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

+ Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

+ Dental

+ Vision

INSURANCE

+ Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

+ Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

+ Sick Leave

+ Vacation

+ Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

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Employer

City of Detroit

Address

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website

http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

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