Project Manager

HACLA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

HACLA in Los Angeles is seeking a Project Manager to lead the planning, organization, coordination, implementation and evaluation of complex projects within the Housing Authority. You will guide initiatives from requirements through deployment, manage schedules, scope, budgets, and risks, and coordinate internal and external resources to ensure on-time delivery and quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration or related field and at least

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Economics, Real Estate Management, Engineering, Architecture, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience managing complex projects.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain processes for full-scale project plans using appropriate tools and techniques which include managing the project lifecycle, setting quality and performance standards, and assessing risks.
• Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of a project following established rules, guidelines, and procedures.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet or exceed quality standards.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, meeting minutes, and project plans.
• Build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders, managing expectations and ensuring satisfaction; communicate project progress regularly to clients and stakeholders.
• Lead cross-functional project teams, set clear goals, delegate tasks, and foster collaboration among team members to ensure the success of projects.
• Structure and manage integrated, multitrack performance databases for digital, print, social, broadcast, and experiential projects.
• Assign and monitor resources to ensure project efficiency and maximize deliverables.
• Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels and elevate issues, as necessary, according to project work plan.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and required.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Economics, Real Estate Management, Engineering, Architecture, Computer Science, or a related field appropriate to assigned department/functions

Job description

Special Note:

The posted salary is an estimate of the potential annual pay. Final offer will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Scale: $118,2400 - $146,286.40 Annually

• POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED***

Under general direction, the Project Manager is responsible for the planning, organization, coordination, implementation and evaluation of one or more assigned functions or specialized program areas in their respective department. The incumbent will lead projects from requirements definition through deployment, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and implementation plans, including risk mitigation; coordinate internal and external resources to ensure that projects adhere to scope, schedule, and budget; analyze project status and, when necessary, revise the scope, schedule, or budget to ensure that project requirements can be met; establish and maintain relationships with relevant client stakeholders, providing day-to-day contact on project status and changes; and perform other related duties as assigned.

• Establish and maintain processes for full-scale project plans using appropriate tools and techniques which include managing the project lifecycle, setting quality and performance standards, and assessing risks.
• Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of a project following established rules, guidelines, and procedures.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet or exceed quality standards.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, meeting minutes, and project plans.
• Build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders, managing expectations and ensuring satisfaction; communicate project progress regularly to clients and stakeholders.
• Lead cross-functional project teams, set clear goals, delegate tasks, and foster collaboration among team members to ensure the success of projects.
• Structure and manage integrated, multitrack performance databases for digital, print, social, broadcast, and experiential projects.
• Assign and monitor resources to ensure project efficiency and maximize deliverables.
• Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels and elevate issues, as necessary, according to project work plan.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and required.

Knowledge Of

• Principles and practices of public and business administration, including organization, program management
• Statistical and research methods and use of business analysis tools

Ability To

• Analyze data, conceptualize solutions, and make effective recommendations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Remain organized and work on multiple tasks at once

Skills

• Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines
• Proven success working with all levels of management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management skills
• Excellent presentation skills

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Economics, Real Estate Management, Engineering, Architecture, Computer Science, or a related field appropriate to assigned department/functions -AND- Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience managing complex projects or program development and administration -OR- any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate would have a PMP or other project management certification.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid California Class "C" Driver's License.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education, and/or training. Applications must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation. Resumes may be included but may not be submitted in lieu of application content. Only the most-qualified applicants will be considered and may be invited to the interview and selection process.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education and training. The application must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation.

HIRING INFORMATION

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation, which includes: a post-offer medical examination (includes drug and alcohol screening), criminal records check, employment history and education verification, and documentation of the right to work in the United States.

Candidates will start at step one of an eight step salary range unless there are special exceptions in accordance with agency Personnel Rules.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION

Testing Accommodations

If you require an accommodation due to a physical, mental or learning disability, please call [phone] for special assistance. Special testing accommodations may be arranged if verification of the disability is provided by a physician, rehabilitation counselor, or other authority.

Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation in any portion of the selection process should state their need in writing when submitting an application.

NOTE: The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Required

Pursuant to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles' Conflict of Interest Policy, new and existing employees are required to refrain from participating in activities, employment or enterprises, which are in conflict with public interest and/or with his or her duties as an employee of the Authority. A copy of the Conflict of Interest Policy may be obtained by visiting our website at: http://www.hacla.org/Portals/0/Attachments/Others/ConflictofInterestPolicy.pdf(Download PDF reader)

Please call NeoGov Toll-Free Applicant Support telephone line [phone] if you forget your password, have application login problems or get an error message during the application process.

HACLA Benefits

*Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability/Mandatory Life:*Pension Plan:*General Leave/Holidays/PTO:*Additional Optional Benefits:*Temporary Casual/Per-Diem employee are eligible to enroll/receive the following benefits: Note: Temporary casual/per-diem employees are able to work up to 40 hours per week as necessary.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plan:
• HACLA will provide up to 100% of the CalPERS medical premium rate for Los Angeles, San Bernardino & Ventura Counties Kaiser rates for employee only, employee + one dependent, and employee + multiple dependents as applicable
• HACLA will provide 100% of basic Dental HMO rates for employee only, employee + one dependent, and employee + multiple dependents as applicable
• HACLA will provide 100% basic Vision coverage for employee only, employee + one dependent, and employee + multiple dependents as applicable
• $250 OPT OUT payment is available for employees with a qualifying health plan outside of the employer network.
• Employees have the option to choose additional optional insurance such as Dental PPO, Custom Vision, additional medical coverage, and voluntary additional life insurance.
• HACLA will provide 100% of STD/LTD/Mandatory Life premiums for all eligible employees to maintain the IRS 125 Plan
• HACLA retirement plan is the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Vesting is five (5) years.
• For Classic members, the pension formula is 2.7% at 55 with members contributing 8% of their wages towards their retirement.
• For PEPRA members, the pension formula is 2% at 62, with members contributing 7.75% of their wages towards their retirement.
• CalPERS will make the determination regarding the type of membership for which the eligible employee will qualify.
• Annual leave accruals vary, depending upon the type of job/position (membership in employee organizational group) and years of service. Length of service increases accrual rates by employee organizational group when service requirements are met.
• Newly Hired Annual Accruals:
• At-Will/Non-Represented accrual per pay period 5.23 hours (17 days annually)
• Council of Housing Professionals-Management accrual per pay period 4.15 hours (14 days annually)
• Council of Housing Professionals-Administration accrual per pay period 6.78 hours (22 days annually)
• Service Employees International Union (Local 721) accrual per pay period 6.78 hours (22 days annually)
• Los Angeles County Building and Construction Trades Council accrual per pay period 5.23 hours (17 days annually)
• American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees accrual per pay period 6.78 hours (22 days annually)
• 14 Observed Holidays:
• New Year's Eve; New Years Day; Martin Luther King Jr’s Birthday; President's Day; Cesar Chavez Day; Memorial Day; Juneteenth; Independence Day; Labor Day; Veteran’s Day; Thanksgiving Day; Day After Thanksgiving; Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
• 12 Floating Holiday hours annually
• Opportunity to earn up to 160 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible exempt employees as comp time per calendar year. Employees may cash out up to 160 hours of accrued and unused PTO annually.
• Pre-Tax Deferred Compensation 457 Plan
• Group term life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account Options
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Partial Telework Program
• Kaiser Medical Insurance - 50% employer covered medical through Kaiser Permanente if working 30 hours or more per week.
• Paid Sick Time - At least 40 hours or 5 days of sick leave after 90 days of employment.
• Eligible casual employees may enter as Classic or PEPRA members if qualifying requirements are met.
• Per-Diem employees are not eligible for the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS).
• Availability of benefits are dependent upon employment eligibility status with HACLA*

01

What is your highest level of education?

• High School
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Certification

02

How many years of experience do you have in engineering, architectural, construction management, or project management?

• None
• Less than 12 months
• 1 year or more, but less than 2
• 2 year or more, but less than 3
• 3 year or more, but less than 4
• 4 year or more, but less than 5
• 5 years or more, but less than 6
• More than 6 years

03

Is your Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Economics, Real Estate Management, Engineering, Architecture, Computer Science, or a related field appropriate to assigned department/functions?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a Certified Property Management (CPM) certification?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience managing complex projects or program development and administration?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question