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City of Detroit Project Manager - Climate Resilience (HRD - TASS II) in Detroit, Michigan
Project Manager - Climate Resilience (HRD - TASS II)
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Project Manager - Climate Resilience (HRD - TASS II)
Salary
$70,000.00 - $85,000.00 Annually
Location
Coleman A Young Municipal Center, MI
Job Type
Temporary Special Service Staff
Job Number
20254929107HRDmgh
Department
Housing & Revitalization
Opening Date
04/10/2026
Closing Date
4/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General
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Description
HOUSING & REVITALIZATION DEPARTMENT
Project Manager - Climate Resilience
The City of Detroit Office of Sustainability is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the Climate Resilience and Adaptation Division. This full-time role will lead initiatives aimed at strengthening climate resilience across Detroit’s communities. Responsibilities include coordinating complex city efforts, working directly with neighborhood leaders and residents, and implementing educational measures to improve health, safety and equitable climate preparedness. This position will play a leadership role in the advancing the Detroit Resilience Hub Network as well as city wide Resilience Planning and reports to the Director of Sustainability.
This is a Temporary Administrative Special Services (TASS) position.
This Appointment Term is based on availability of grant funds. This is a grant-funded position. The continuation of this role depends on the availability of ongoing funding. Employment beyond the current grant period is not guaranteed and will be based on the renewal of funding.
Examples of Duties
Coordinate activities across city departments and key stakeholders to devise comprehensive plans that prioritize resiliency actions.
Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
Develop and coordinate relevant climate and health communications and engagements that share best practices and leverages collective expertise.
Proactively work in partnership with Office leadership to seek and secure grant funding.
Develop presentations and progress reports to update city leadership and stakeholders, providing accurate and transparent information.
Participate and lead as appropriate at local, regional resilience and adaptation committees, working groups and other opportunities.
Prepare reports, monitor project performance metrics and make data-driven decisions to optimize outcomes.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in city planning, environmental studies, sustainability, public policy, or related field
Minimum of four years of experience in advancing commu nity-based environmental projects
2 to 4 years of prior work experience managing projects (preferred)
Proficiency with Microsoft suite and other appropriate software
Experience with outreach and social media promotion
Equivalency
Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis
Supplemental Information
This is a Full Time, 2 Year, Grant - Funded position - Temporary Administrative Special Services (TASS) position.
This position does not include benefits. This Appointment Term is based on availability of grant funds. The continuation of this role depends o n the availability of ongoing funding. Employment beyond the current grant period is not guaranteed and will be based on the renewal of funding.
Evaluation: Interview
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong project management skills, with the ability to coordinate complex initiatives and ensure timely delivery of outcomes.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, demonstrated through the ability to build effective relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Experience working with Detroit residents and community groups.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with experience in group facilitation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution.
Experience managing interagency collaborations and navigating bureaucratic processes.
Self-starter, with a strong work ethic, who is flexible and open to change and able to work in a group or independently.
Ideal candidate will have a baseline understanding of Climate change impacts and some experience working in the environmental sector.
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.
Medical Plan Offering for Administrative Special Services Employees
The City of Detroit is pleased to continue to provide a medical plan option to our Administrative Special Services Employees for the 2020 plan year. This plan is provided by Blue Care Network of Michigan and utilizes their PCP Focus Network. This plan provides you with the opportunity to receive an enhanced level of benefits and pay less out of your paycheck for your medical plan. There are two important requirements that you should consider and understand if you should decide to enroll in this plan. You will have to choose a primary care physician that serves within the PCP Focus network. This primary care physician coordinates your care. The network includes over 22,000 Primary Care Physicians. There are also Wellness Requirements that you (the subscriber) must meet in order to remain in the enhanced level of benefit.
Administrative Special Services Staff (Exempt) are eligible for the following benefits:
CURRENT SICK LEAVE – Granted (3) months of continuous service. (1) day per month, not to exceed (12) days per year.
VACATION – Granted (1) day per pay period, not to exceed 20 days per fiscal year
PAID HOLIDAYS – Granted if paid for 600 straight time hours in the (12) months prior to the holiday
MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT - Granted on same basis as regular employees.
WORKERS COMPENSATION – Covered by applicable laws.
UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION - Covered by applicable laws.
HOSPITALIZATION – You are eligible to purchase healthcare benefits for yourself and your dependents under a group rate. You will be responsible for the full premium, no employer contribution will be applied. Please review the Health Care Plan Options Booklet for more detailed information.
This position is not eligible for the City Pension Plan, dental, vision, optical, death, life, disability, funeral, reserve sick or jury duty.
Administrative Special Services Staff (Non-Exempt) are eligible for the following benefits:
CURRENT SICK LEAVE – Granted (3) months of continuous service. (1) Day per month, not to exceed (12) days per year.
VACATION – Granted on the following basis:
Terms of Service Vacation leave Earned
Less than 6 months None
After 6 months & (1000 work hours)5 days
After 1 year An additional 5 days
2-5 years 10 days
6-7 years 11 days
8-9 years 12 days
10-12 years 13 days
15- years15- years
PAID HOLIDAYS – Granted if paid for 600 straight time hours in the (12) months prior to the holiday
OVERTIME - Granted on same basis as regular employees.
MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT - Granted on same basis as regular employees.
WORKERS COMPENSATION – Covered by applicable laws.
UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION - Covered by applicable laws.
HOSPITALIZATION – You are eligible to purchase healthcare benefits for yourself and your dependents under a group rate. You will be responsible for the full premium; no employer contribution will be applied. Please review the Health Care Plan Options Booklet for more detailed information.
This position is not eligible for the City Pension Plan, dental, vision, optical, death, life, disability, funeral, reserve sick or jury duty.
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Please indicate your highest level of education completed
High School Diploma/GED
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
PhD/J.D.
No Education experience
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List any certifications, past work positions, or courses that you believe are relevant for resilience and climate adaptation work:
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How many years years of work experience managing projects to you possess.
Less than 4 years
4 to 6 years of experience
7 to 9 years of experience
10 or more years of experience
No experience
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Describe in detail, your work experience in advancing community-based environmental projects.
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Describe your work experience in community development / community support services and sustainability.
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Did you attached your cover letter and updated resume to your online application?
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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
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