City of Detroit · 9 hours ago
Project Manager Analytics Specialist II - Building, Safety Engineering And Environmental Department
MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$63K/yr - $83K/yr
2+ years expThe City of Detroit is seeking a Project Manager & Analytics Specialist II to support medium- to large-scale projects focused on process improvement, data analysis, and reporting. This role involves coordinating project activities, analyzing data from multiple sources, and providing insights to improve operational efficiency and service delivery.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
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
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with major in data analytics, project management, business, management, organizational development, or a related field
Increased levels of responsibility and two to three (2-3) years of project management or data analytics experience
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted
Preferred
Experience working with enterprise data systems or reporting platforms (e.g., Accela, Smartsheet, ProjectDox, or similar systems)
Experience developing dashboards, reports, or visualizations to support operational decision-making
Familiarity with process improvement methodologies and workflow optimization
Experience supporting projects in a regulatory, construction, or municipal environment
Experience using data to identify trends, performance gaps, or opportunities for improvement
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
Company
City of Detroit
Detroit is a dynamic, diverse city with an intriguing history. It's a place of people and places, trends and events.
10001+ employees
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gary Brown
Director/CEO of the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department
Mike H.
Chief Technology Officer & Deputy Chief Information Officer
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