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City of Detroit Project Manager Analytics Specialist III (Buildings, Safety Engineering & Environmental Dept) in Detroit, Michigan
Project Manager Analytics Specialist III (Buildings, Safety Engineering & Environmental Dept)
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Project Manager Analytics Specialist III (Buildings, Safety Engineering & Environmental Dept)
Salary
$74,896.00 - $93,021.00 Annually
Location
MI, MI
Job Type
Certified-Regular Civil Service
Job Number
20234111003BSEEDmm
Department
Buildings & Safety Eng
Opening Date
06/24/2024
Closing Date
6/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General
Description
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Description
PROJECT MANAGER & ANALYTICS SPECIALIST III
The Project Manager Analytics Specialist III is responsible for leading complex projects and initiatives that involve advanced data analytics and reporting. This role involves managing projects, analyzing data to support decision-making, and ensuring projects are completed on time and meet high-quality standards.
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
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 divisional 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 HR Data Management best practices, quality standards and advanced HR 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 Operations General Manager to manage change control and ensure consistency and alignment of change control management across the Department.
Project Manager & Analytics Specialist III – This is the senior level of this series in which an employee acts as a subject m atter expert and/or in a leader ship type of role . They perform a wide scope of responsibilities . Employees may perform duties which have City-wide impact and involve working with a wide variety of individuals and grou ps . The work of a Project Manager & Analytics Specialist III is reviewed on an as-needed basis.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree with major in human resources, data analytics, project management, business, management, organizational development, or labor relations.
Experience
Project Manager & Analytics Specialist III – Advanced levels of responsibility and three to four (3-4) years of human resources experience in any combination of the following components: compensation, recruitment/staffing, benefits, labor relations, employee relations, training and development, and organizational development.
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: 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: 05/13/2024
Knowledge Of:
Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources modeling.
Employee progression and succession plans.
Familiarity with current human resources issues and best practices.
Human Resources information technology.
Laws, policies, regulations and methods governing public sector human resources management processes.
Management principles affecting human resources and generally accepted human resources methodologies and procedures.
Project management tools and software packages.
Regulations, policies, procedures and labor contracts pertinent to service areas.
Staffing practices.
Understanding and administration of data development and data analytics processes.
Understanding and application of lean six sigma process improvement methods.
Skill In:
Analysis.
Change Management.
Coordinating and expediting employee actions affecting department services.
Customer and Client Focus.
Data analysis.
Driving results.
Effective written and oral communication.
Gathering, organizing and analyzing information.
Human Resources Capacity.
Initiative and Self-Management.
Organization.
Organizational Development.
Quality Management and Process Improvement.
Policy/Planning.
Problem Solving/Decision Making.
Professionalism and Credibility.
Project, change and time management.
Team work and team development.
Thoroughness and attention to detail.
Time Management.
Various project management applications.
Ability To:
Assume individual accountability for achieving organizational 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.
Concurrently manage multiple priorities.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Learn quality management and process improvement principles.
Learn the essentials of organizational development.
Learn the services, jobs, and skills required and business activities of department(s) supported.
Organize and prioritize work to assure timely and effective completion of assignments and attainment of goals
Participate in labor-management ventures.
Remain current in human resources best practices and legal requirements.
Respond to workplace dynamics in a timely and pro-active manner.
PLEASE ATTACH AN UPDATED RESUME AND ANY CERTIFICATIONS
WITH YOUR APPLICATION
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
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. Essential duties may vary from position to position.
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
Please indicate the highest education completed.
High School Diploma/GED
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
PhD/J.D.
n/a
02
Do you possess a Bachelor's degree with major in data analytics, project management, business, management, organizational development, or a related field?
YES
NO
03
Which one of the following best describes your highest level of Microsoft Excel proficiency? Verification of skill level may be required
• I do not have enough skills to meet the definition of the Basic level below.
• BASIC: Create basic worksheets; create basic formulas; use basic functions; modify and format a worksheet; print workbooks.
• INTERMEDIATE: Use advanced formulas; organize tables and worksheets; create and modify charts; analyze data using Pivot tables and Pivot Charts; insert and modify graphic objects in a worksheet
• ADVANCED: Create and edit macros; conditional formatting; apply data validation criteria; able to protect, share and merge files; trace cells and troubleshoot formula errors; uses data list outline; consolidate data and link workbooks; export and import text files and XML data; import data from the Web and create Web queries; analyze data using trend lines, Sparklines and scenarios.
04
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?
05
Explain a technically challenging project you have managed. What specific tools and methodologies did you use to address these challenges, and what was the result?
06
How do you align project goals with the strategic objectives of your organization? Give an example of a project where your strategic planning significantly contributed to its success.
Required Question
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City of Detroit
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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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