Project Manager Analytics Specialist 1 - Parks Planner (GSD)

Project Manager Analytics Specialist 1 - Parks Planner (GSD)

Salary

$51,622.00 - $60,556.00 Annually

Location

Detroit, Michigan, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20261111001GSDssl

Department

General Services

Opening Date

08/06/2026

Closing Date

8/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General

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Description

GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT - PARKS & RECREATION

Public Space Planning Unit

Project Manager and Analytic Specialist I - Parks Planner I

This Parks Planner position is within the Public Space Planning Unit of the General Services Division, a small team that manages all parks and greenways planning for the City of Detroit. The position involves ArcGIS mapping, data tracking, graphic design, and community engagement. The applicant should be committed to equity and inclusion and have a keen interest in community building and the development of public spaces. Experience with community engagement, project management, and/or planning is expected.

The Project Manager & Analytics Specialist is responsible for supporting initiatives established by the department/division leader. They 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 initiatives. The Project Manager & Analytics Specialist possesses 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, and dissemination relating to strategy, planning, and organizational effectiveness efforts.

Major Project Manager & Analytics Functions

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

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

• Community engagement, including assisting with community outreach, working with community groups, and coordinating public meetings
• Data Analysis and Tracking, including performing equity analysis, managing parks and rec asset data in Cartegraph (GIS-based platform), tracking ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) - funded projects
• Mapping, including creating and updating maps through ArcGIS and Adobe, geospatial analysis using Network Analyst, and creating user maps for web and wayfinding
• Park Planning
• Graphic Design, including public presentations, flyers, newsletters, website updates, and other public-facing materials
• 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 Departmen

The Parks Planner should have experience with the following:

• Community outreach, such as working with residents and/or neighborhood groups, preferably within Detroit
• Graphic design and presentations, including experience with Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and PowerPoint.
• Data analysis and map creation, including experience with ArcGIS Pro
• Innovative thinking
• Program development and management, including programs with park partners

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree is required; a Masters preferred
• Minimum of one year of planning, project management, or related field experience

Project Manager & Analytics Specialist III - Advanced levels of responsibility and three to four (3-4) years of project management or data analytics experience.

Licensing and Certifications

• Employees in this class are expected to remain current in project management best practices and may be required to participate in continuing education and training opportunities.

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: 04/14/2025

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. Customer and Client Focus. Data analysis. Driving results.
• Coordinating and expediting employee actions affecting department services.
• Effective written and oral communication. Quality Management and Process Improvement.
• Gathering, organizing and analyzing information. Organization
• Human Resources Capacity. Initiative and Self-Management. Time Management.
• Organizational Development. Policy/Planning. Problem Solving/Decision Making.
• Professionalism and Credibility. Project, change and time management.
• Team work and team development. Thoroughness and attention to detail.
• 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.

Physical Demands

• The work is characterized as sedentary.
• Typically Project Manager & Analytics Specialists sit comfortably to do their work, interspersed by brief periods of walking, standing, bending, and extended periods requiring the use of computer terminals and technology to accomplish work objectives.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment contains no significant hazards.
• Some work may require walking and standingin conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite.
• Work is performed in a comfortable office environment in which is appropriately lighted, heated and cooled.

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

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.

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 your highest level of education completed

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• PhD/J.D.
• No Education experience

02

How many years of work experience do you possess in planning, project management, or related field experience?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 to 5 years of experience
• 5 to 10 years of experience
• 10 or more years of experience
• No Experience

03

Describe your work experience in planning, project management, data analytic or related field experience.

04

How many years of work experiene in project management or data analytics do you possess?

• Less than 3 years of work experience
• 3 to 5 years of work experience
• 5 to 10 years of work experience
• 10 or more years of work experience
• No Experience

05

Describe your work experience in graphic software such as Adobe Creative Suite (In Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.).

06

Did you attach your cover letter and updated resume to your application?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer 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