City of Detroit

Manage and improve data-driven reporting and project management processes within the Law Department. | Bachelor's degree and 4-5 years of project management or data analytics experience. | Salary $95,585.00 - $125,365.00 Annually Location Detroit, Michigan, MI Job Type Certified-Regular Civil Service Job Number 20251311100461826LAWJS Department Law Opening Date 06/24/2026 Closing Date 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit 9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General Description Law Department Project Manager IV • Public Service is calling you! • Defend the treasury of one of “America’s Greatest Cities.” • Relaxed and Collegial Work Environment • Located in Exciting Downtown Detroit We are looking for people who are excited to thrive in an environment of impactful change. Examples of Duties • 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. • Drive process improvement initiatives, including automation, on the process’s tools used to increase the capability and efficiency of reporting efforts. • Produce summarization reports, outputs, and operational interfaces that present research findings to stakeholders. • Responsible for Data Management best practices, quality, 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 management across the Department. • Responsible for Data Management best practice, quality standards and advanced Data Management activities (Acquisitions, Reorganizations, Advance 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. Minimum Qualifications Education • Bachelor's degree with major in data analytics, project management, business, management, organizational development, or a related field. Experience • Significantly advanced levels of responsibility and four to five (4-5) years of years of project management or data analytics experience. Equivalency • Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis. Supplemental Information Evaluation Plan • Interview: 30% • Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 70% • Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100% Additional points may be awarded for: • Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points • Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points LRD: 3/12/2026 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: • Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources modeling. • Information technology. • Management principles and generally accepted methodologies and procedures. • Project management tools and software packages. • Data analysis. • Effective written and oral communication. • Gathering, organizing, and analyzing information. • Initiative and Self-Management. • Organization. • Professionalism and Credibility. • Teamwork and team development. • Various project management applications. Ability To: • Assume individual accountability for achieving goals with resourcefulness and minimal supervision. • Bring focus and perspective to group and team projects. • Communicate effectively in both oral and written formats. • Communicate effectively verbally with tact and diplomacy. • Respond to workplace dynamics in a timely and pro-active manner. Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law. 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.