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Project Manager, Detroit at Work (Project Manager Analytics Specialist II)

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Project Manager, Detroit at Work (Project Manager Analytics Specialist II)

Salary

$59,102.00 - $79,323.00 Annually

Location

Coleman A Young Municipal Center, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

202501MAY13111002MGH

Department

Mayor's Office

Opening Date

09/08/2025

Bargaining Unit

9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General

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Description

The primary responsibility of this position is to develop and maintain a system to allow the organization to run effectively and efficiently. The Project Manager ensures the staff is aware of deadlines; confirms the completion of cyclical, special, infrequent and one-time processes; and managing daily operations for the Executive Director of Workforce. The goal of the organization is operational excellence. The Project Manager’s role is to help establish organizational discipline. The Operations Manager plans and coordinates the operations activities of internal departments. Our work environment is fast-paced and performance-based. As such, the Manager is expected to meet individual and team goals.

Examples of Duties

+ Develop, monitor and report project plans for various departments, workstreams and initiatives, allocate resources, set schedule, operate within budget, and maintain documentation for each project.

+ Monitor and evaluate the plan effectiveness, investigate trends, recommend and implement modifications to improve effectiveness.

+ Effectively manage staff

+ Maintain effective and transparent documentation by developing detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, status reports, etc. Identify resources needed and establish clear project roles and responsibilities.

+ Provide excellent customer service

+ Plan, coordinate, and administer activities of assigned projects to include developing and implementing related procedures, processes, services and systems

+ Monitor project plans for the organization, including workstreams and initiatives

+ Develop a process and action plan to monitor all grants and ensuring grant budgets and reporting deadlines are met,

+ Track, monitor, propose, and review DESC departmental and organizational policies

+ Identify stakeholder requirements, coordinate efforts, assess issues, risks, and interdependencies, determine root causes, and recommend sustainable improvements. Identify procedural changes and create a dashboard necessary to trail follow-up loops and ensure projects meet scheduled deadlines

+ Coordinate and confirms the completion of cyclical, special, infrequent, and one-time processes to effectively manage the daily operations of the organization

+ Exhibit professionalism, diplomacy, and ability to appropriately interact with staff and stakeholders while maintaining working relationships in all aspects

+ Conduct effective meetings. Prepare presentations for a variety of audiences including senior leadership

+ Effectually communicate stakeholder requirements, bring teams to consensus, and communicate project progress to all stakeholders on a regular basis

+ Analyze qualitative and quantitative data. Prepare reports for progress and appropriate recommendations or conclusions

+ Support the identification, planning and execution of process improvement opportunities

+ Organize and facilitate various meetings, as necessary.

+ Complete scheduling and manage calendars

+ Take efficient notes, assign tasks and monitor performance.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

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

Experience

Project Manager & Analytics Specialist II

Increased levels of responsibility and two to three (2-3) years of project management or data analytics experience.

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

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.

01

Do you possess Increased levels of responsibility and two to three (2-3) years of project management or data analytics experience?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Describe a large-scale project you managed that significantly impacted your organization. What strategies did you use to ensure its success, and what were the key outcomes?

03

Can you explain your experience as a Project manger, including how many years you have been in the role and the types of projects you have managed?

04

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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