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Project Manager Analytics Specialist

Location
Detroit, MI
Work type
Full Time
Posted
2026-07-28

Job description

Examples of Duties
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 divisional 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.
Manage 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,

Minimum Qualifications
Education

Bachelor’s degree with major in data analytics, project management, business, management, organizational development, or a related field.

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or photography

Preferences

Significantly advanced levels of responsibility and four to five (4-5) years of years of project management or data analytics experience.
1 to 3 years of experience coordinating digital media platforms, maintaining production pipelines, public archiving, or executing project tracking and stakeholder communication.
Digital media strategies, platform ecosystems (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube Shorts), and content mix structures (e.g., balancing pillar proof, creative economy, and community activation).

License/Certificates

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 point

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