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City of Detroit Project Manager Analytics Specialist II - Forestry Divison in Detroit, Michigan

Project Manager Analytics Specialist II - Forestry Divison

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Project Manager Analytics Specialist II - Forestry Divison

Salary

$60,284.00 - $80,909.00 Annually

Location

Michigan, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

2024213111002GSDLSDB

Department

General Services

Opening Date

10/14/2024

Closing Date

10/21/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General

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Description

OCCUPATIONAL INFORMATION

The Project Manager & Analytics Specialist is responsible for supporting initiatives establ ished by the department/division leader . The y possess knowledge of project development and the ability to manage a project or program from start to finish. They assist with the development and implementation of divisional goals and initi atives. The Project Manager & Analytics Specialist possess es expertise in data analysis and has the ability to work with advanced levels of data analytics.

They drive change and process improvements within the customer base. The position of the Project Manager & Analytics Specialist is focused heavily on managing a wide range of projects involving data collection, production, a nd dissemination relating to strategy, planning, and organizational effectiveness efforts. This position reports to a department/division leader .

Major Project Manager & Analytics Functions

The major functions performed by the Project Manager & Analytics Specialist include the development of data and the subsequent analysis an d application of the results. They work with internal customers and managers to identify areas requiring poten tial reorganization and develop and implement initiatives based on this research. The Project Manager & Analytics Specialist must display a h ighly developed skill set in the identification of data and t he resulting application of project analysis and change initiatives .

DEFINITION OF CLASS

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.

Examples of Duties

  • Manage the tree planting program.

  • Work with vendors, internal, and external parties.

  • Continue tree planting efforts to enhance the city's tree canopy program.

  • Represent city at events that focus on trees.

  • Be the primary contact person for grants applications, and implementation.

  • Have knowledge of tree planting.

  • 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.

  • Pro duces summarization reports, outputs, and oper ational interfaces that present research findings to stakeholders.

  • Pro vides recommendations for improving business results, operational efficiencies, and system experiences through in-depth analysis.

  • Prov ides 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

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

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: 04/04/2023

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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Please indicate your highest level of education completed

  • High School Diploma/GED

  • Associate's Degree

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • Master's Degree

  • PhD/J.D.

  • n/a

    02

    Please describe your experience managing tree planting programs.

    03

    Please describe your experience working with vendors.

    04

    Please describe your experience and knowlege of tree planting.

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Agency

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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