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<div data-empty="true" style="text-align: center;"><strong>Project Manager (Office of Immigrant Affairs)</strong></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strong>Human, Homeless and Family Services Department</strong></div><br>Under general supervision, supports the planning, coordination, and execution of a variety of departmental and cross-departmental projects. This role requires strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. The Project Manager will ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational goals.<ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"><li>Coordinate and manage day-to-day project activities across assigned initiatives.</li><li>Develop project plans, timelines, and tracking systems to monitor progress and deliverables.</li><li>Facilitate communication among internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Prepare project documentation, reports, and presentations for leadership.</li><li>Identify potential risks, issues, and resource needs; recommend mitigation strategies.</li><li>Support process improvements and ensure consistent project management practices.</li><li>Assist in budget tracking, contract coordination, and procurement as needed.</li><li>Adapt to shifting priorities and reallocate resources to meet emerging needs.</li><li>Serve as a lead person on projects, when required.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental objectives.</li></ul><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Bachelor's Degree with major in Data Analytics, Project Management, Business, Management, Organizational Development, or a related field. </li><li>Minimum four (4) to five (5) years’ experience in project management or data analytics including significant advanced levels of responsibility.</li></ul><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;" data-pasted="true"><strong><span style="color:inherit;">Equivalency</span></strong></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-top: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom: 0in;margin-left:0in;color:inherit;">Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis. </li></ul><div tabindex="0" style="color: inherit; margin-bottom: 0px; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;" data-pasted="true"><strong>Licensing and Certifications</strong></div><ul><li>Valid State of Michigan Driver’s License. </li><li>Project Management Institute (PMI) or other PM certification preferred.</li></ul><u style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0;"><strong style="font-weight: 700;">Evaluation Plan</strong></u><ul style="padding: 0 0 0 40px; margin: 0 0 3pt; color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0;"><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0;">Interview: 70%</li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0;">Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%</li><li style="padding: 0; margin: 0;">Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%</li></ul><span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0;">LRD: 08/15/2024</span><br><br><div tabindex="0" style="color: inherit; margin-bottom: 0px; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;" data-pasted="true"><strong>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</strong></div><ul style=" padding-left: 2rem; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Knowledge of the principles and techniques of administration.</li><li>Outstanding knowledge of reference and research methods and techniques in collecting, compiling, and organizing data.</li><li>Outstanding knowledge of complex analytical principles and techniques.</li><li>Skill in understanding, interpreting, explaining, and applying federal, state, and local policy, laws, regulations, and court decisions applicable to areas of responsibility.</li><li>Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.</li><li>Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Smartsheet).</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills.</li><li>Ability to evaluate program policies and procedures; apply and interpret rules, regulations, and procedures.</li><li>Ability to prepare detailed statistical and narrative reports, evaluate data, compare data to existing standards, investigate situations, extract, and organize facts, and draw conclusions.</li><li>Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to evolving priorities.</li><li>Ability to demonstrate a collaborative approach with a focus on problem-solving and accountability.</li><li>Ability to develop criteria to identify program goals and objectives.</li><li>Ability to develop and maintain records, data collection and reporting systems.</li><li>Ability to complete work in a timely manner with attention to detail.  </li><li>Ability to interact effectively with superiors, subordinates, other departmental personnel, representatives of other city departments and utilities, manufacturers, contractors, and the general public with tact and diplomacy.</li><li>Ability to prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies, and other written materials. </li><li>Ability to present proposals and recommendations clearly, logically, and persuasively in public meetings.</li></ul><br><p style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;" data-pasted="true">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.</p>

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