City of Detroit

Compensation

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The Project Manager & Analytics Specialist class includes all positions whose duties are to identify and address process and project improvement opportunities within the City of Detroit. The Project Manager & Analytics Specialist must possess a detailed understanding of project management, project development, project implementation and project resolution. They are expected to have a broad understanding of change management and change implementation. This position is for a Parks Planner is within the Public Space Planning Unit of the General Services Division. This position requires managing park planning projects including community engagement, strategic planning, capital planning, and property acquisition and disposition. The applicant should have a keen interest in community building and the development of public spaces. The candidate should have several years’ experience working with community engagement, project management and planning. A key requirement for this position is the ability to build strong relationships with both community and government partners. • 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. • Community engagement, including working with community groups and coordinating meetings. • Strategic Planning, including Council communications and interdepartmental coordination. • Mapping, including creating and updating maps through ArcGIS and Adobe. • Property Disposition and Acquisition. • Capital Planning, including assistance with grant applications and producing fundraising materials. • Graphic Design, including public presentations, flyers, newsletters and other public-facing materials. • Experience with Adobe Suite and ArcGIS software. • 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.). • Tracks and reports project milestones and status reports to project sponsors. • Works in conjunction with the department/division leader to manage change control and ensure consistency and alignment of change control management across the Department. 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. Preferred skills The Parks Planner should have experience with the following: • Working with residents and/or neighborhood groups, preferably within Detroit • Leading community outreach • Interacting with city departments • Graphic design and presentations • Experience with Adobe Suite and ArcGIS programs • Innovative thinking • Public speaking • Program development and management • Building relationships with partners PROBATIONARY PERIOD: • Individuals appointed to a position in this class will be required to serve a probationary period of six months with the possibility of a six-month extension for a total of twelve months. • The performance will be carefully evaluated during the probationary period. • Continued employment in this class will be contingent upon the successful completion of the probationary period and meeting all of the performance expectation requirements. THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO ACTIVE EMPLOYEES ONLY PLEASE ATTACH AN UPDATED RESUME AND ANY CERTIFICATIONS WITH YOUR APPLICATION INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED Notes: • A review of the applicant's attendance records and work performance will be considered in the promotional process. • Person applying must meet the position qualifications, including licensing and certifications. • Completion of an evaluation process is required. • If you have previously applied for this position, you must re-apply to be considered for this vacancy. 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. 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 points LRD: 07/28/2025