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PMAS III-Neighborhood Development Associate

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PMAS III-Neighborhood Development Associate

Salary

$77,922.00 - $96,779.00 Annually

Location

Michigan, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20251111043NED

Department

Mayor's Office

Division

Jobs & Economy

Opening Date

07/16/2025

Bargaining Unit

9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General

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Description

The Project Manager & Analytics Specialist (PMAS) III – Neighborhood Development Associate serves as a key point of contact for business owners, developers, and community partners seeking to navigate the City’s zoning, permitting, licensing, and compliance processes. This frontline role combines technical expertise with strong communication and organizational skills to ensure applicants receive timely, accurate, and accessible support from project intake through completion.

Reporting to the department or division leader and working closely with the Senior Advisor, the PMAS III tracks project progress, identifies and resolves issues, and facilitates interdepartmental coordination as needed. The role also supports department- or division-wide initiatives and plays a central part in developing and implementing strategic goals.

This position requires a solid understanding of project development and the ability to manage programs from start to finish. It also involves a high level of data literacy, with responsibilities for conducting advanced data analysis to inform planning, strategy, and operational improvements. The PMAS III drives process improvements and contributes to organizational effectiveness through the management and dissemination of data related to divisional and citywide initiatives.

Examples of Duties

+ Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects

+ Conduct detailed intake interviews with applicants to gather information on location, zoning, land use, and project scope

+ Analyzes data from a variety of database sources and formats for research, systems, and report design.

+ Assists stakeholders in understanding generated reports, outputs, and operational interfaces, and counsels them on their use, and in finding ways to be used to improve their functionality.

+ Assists with the implementation of organizational goals, initiatives and plans.

+ Develops and implements initiatives to improve work processes.

+ Drives fact-based decision making at all levels within the organization.

+ Drives process improvement initiatives, including automation, on the processes/tools used to increase the capability and efficiency of reporting efforts.

+ Investigates and analyzes complex proposed departmental reorganizations of City departments.

+ Manages project development and execution from inception to closure.

+ Presents results of analyses concisely and effectively to ensure adoption.

+ Produces summarization reports, outputs, and operational interfaces that present research findings to stakeholders.

+ Provides recommendations for improving business results, operational efficiencies, and system experiences through in-depth analysis.

+ Provides supporting information to substantiate research findings.

+ Responsible for Data Management best practices, quality standards and advanced Data Management activities (Acquisitions, Reorganizations, Advanced Data Setup, etc.).

+ Works in conjunction with the department/division leader to manage change control and ensure consistency and alignment of change control management across the Department.

+ Identify regulatory requirements (e.g., SPR, SLU, BZA) and advise on steps to meet them using premade process guides

+ Log and track project milestones and timelines using a project management tool, and provide regular status updates and reports to project sponsors.

+ Troubleshoot delays by coordinating with city departments or escalating to the Senior Advisor

+ Provide applicants with clear summaries of next steps and required documentation

+ Track metrics, including elapsed days, department involvement, and resolution timelines

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree with major in data analytics, project management, business, management, organizational development, or a related field. Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Policy, Business, Public Administration, preferred.

Project Manager & Analytics Specialist III – Advanced levels of responsibility and three to four (3-4) years of project management or data analytics experience.

Preferred

+ 2+ years of experience in business permitting, land use, project coordination, or client support

+ Familiarity with municipal zoning, permitting, or development review processes (training available)

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills

+ Ability to stay organized while managing multiple active projects

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

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

LRD: 7/17/2025

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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How many years experience do you have in project management or data analytics? PLEASE NOTE: YEARS OF EXPERIENCE MUST BE REFLECTED IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF THE APPLICATION.

+ No Experience

+ 0 Months - up to 12 Months

+ 12 Months - up to 2 years

+ 2 Year - up to 3 Years

+ 3 Years-up to 5 years

+ More than 5 Years

02

Please indicate your highest level of education completed

+ High School Diploma/GED

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ PhD/J.D.

+ No Education experience

03

How many years of experience do you have in the areas of business permitting, land use, project coordination, and/or client support?

+ No Experience

+ 1 Year - up to 2 Years

+ 2 Years - up to 3 Years

+ 3 Years - up to 4 Years

+ More than 4 Years

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Please indicate the areas in which can demonstrate project management proficiency:

+ Lead or manage projects or initiatives with minimal supervision

+ Make decisions that impact timelines, budgets, or outcomes

+ Own key processes or deliverables from start to finish

+ Leading meetings and keeping stakeholders aligned

+ Create dashboards or reports to support decision-making

+ n/a

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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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