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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Senior Advisor - Jobs & Economy Team (Program Analyst Manager 4)

Coleman A Young Municipal Center, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$120K/yr - $158K/yr

5+ years exp

NEOGOV is part of the City of Detroit's economic development team, Jobs & Economy (JET), seeking a Senior Advisor for Jobs & Economy. The Senior Advisor will lead the execution of economic development programs and public-private partnerships to enhance growth and opportunities for Detroiters, working closely with senior leadership and various stakeholders.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead concept development, planning, structuring, project set-up and management activities, engagement, public approvals, and implementation for priority development projects and public-private partnerships

Convene and lead interdepartmental and cross-agency teams to advance project outcomes and support specific program deliverables Structure and negotiate real estate and development agreements for the acquisition, exchange, and sale of property for redevelopment

Identify and champion solutions to complex development obstacles and process coordination

Build strong working relationships with staff and members of City Council, boards, and commissions to champion policies and approvals that promote economic growth and employment opportunities for Detroiters

Lead engagement with external and public approvals stakeholders to secure project and program results by negotiating consensus, facilitating and managing feedback, and addressing concerns Serve as liaison to private development and employer partners

Qualification

Real estate developmentProgram managementProject leadershipPublic-private partnershipsEconomic developmentMicrosoft OfficeCritical thinkingProblem-solvingCommunication skillsNegotiation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with major course of work in business administration, public administration, public policy, economics, finance, urban studies, or a closely related field. Real estate development, desirable

Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in real estate development, program management, or government administration

One (1) year experience in a supervisory capacity over program analyst professionals

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position

Preferred

Minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience in real estate development, program management, or government administration

Three (3) years experience in a supervisory capacity over program analyst professionals

Demonstrated expertise in complex project leadership and management

Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Excellent presentation and communications skills

Experience working for public or political stakeholders is an asset

Law or master's degree in one of the above fields

Benefits

Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

Dental

Vision

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.

Sick Leave

Vacation

Holidays

Funeral leave

Family and Medical Leave

Jury duty

Military duty leave

Unpaid personal leave

City Employees Retirement System

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.