Project Manager (Policy Advisors) DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & WELLNESS

Project Manager (Policy Advisors) DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & WELLNESS

Salary

$87,926.00 - $134,407.00 Annually

Location

100 Mack Avenue, MI

Job Type

Appointed-Directors-Discretion of Mayor/Leg Body

Job Number

20261010200HEAL11948JT2

Department

Dept of Health & Wellness

Opening Date

07/29/2026

Closing Date

8/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

9030-Non Union Appointees Level II

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Description

PROJECT MANAGER (POLICY ADVISORS)

About the Detroit Health Department

The Detroit Health Department has served Detroiters for more than a century. Today, DHD is building a modern public health department that is visible, responsive, data-informed, and rooted in the daily realities of Detroit residents. Our work goes beyond traditional health services. Through a Health in All Policies approach, DHD recognizes that health is shaped by housing, transportation, environmental conditions, economic opportunity, public safety, education, and the broader systems that shape life in the city. We seek team members who can work across programs, City departments, and community partners to improve health, reduce inequities, and deliver better outcomes for Detroit residents.

Under general supervision, supports the planning, coordination, and execution of a variety of departmental and cross-departmental projects. This role serves as a policy advisor supporting the Department's Health in All Policies (HiAP) function, providing policy expertise and analytic support to embed health and equity considerations across City of Detroit programs and decisions. The Policy Advisor conducts and coordinates health impact assessments and other policy analyses, and works directly with the Chief Public Health Officer and other principals across the department on key priorities. This role requires strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.The Policy Advisor wil lensure projects are delivered on time,within scope,and aligned with organizational goals.

Examples of Duties

• Provide policy expertise and research support for the Department's Health in All Policies (HiAP) agenda across the Detroit Health Department, City departments, and other initiatives.
• Conduct, coordinate, and document health assessments and other policy analyses to inform City policy, planning, and operational decisions.
• Translate data and evidence into clear policy briefs, recommendations, and materials for departmental and City leadership.
• Coordinate and manage day-to-day project activities across assigned initiatives.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and tracking systems to monitor progress and deliverables.
• Facilitate communication among internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare project documentation, reports, and presentations for leadership.
• Identify potential risks, issues, and resource needs; recommend mitigation strategies.
• Support process improvements and ensure consistent project management practices.
• Assist in budget tracking, contract coordination, and procurement as needed.
• Adapt to shifting priorities and reallocate resources to meet emerging needs.
• Serve as a lead person on projects, when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree with major in Data Analytics, Project Management, Business, Management, Organizational Development, Public Health, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Minimum four(4) to five (5) years' experience in project management or data analytics including significant advanced levels of responsibility.

Experience in health policy, Health in All Policies, health impact assessment, or cross-sector policy analysis is strongly preferred.

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

PLEASE ATTACH A COPY OF YOUR RESUME & ALL RELEVANT DOCUMENTATION TO YOUR APPLICATION.

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: 08/15/2024

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 experience do you have in project management ?

• None
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 or more

03

How many years of experience do you have in data analytics?

• None
• 1-2years
• 3-4 years
• 5 or more years

04

Please briefly describe your experience in any of the following: Health policy, Health impact assessment, or cross-sector policy analysis.

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