Senior Project Manager (Department of Development Services)

The-City-of-Hartfor; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hartford is seeking a seasoned professional to lead the Economic Development Division within the Department of Development Services. The role involves directing a major division, planning budgets, evaluating projects, and overseeing grants and contracting activities.

Responsibilities include coordinating with Boards, municipal officials, and the public, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and supervising professional staff to deliver effective economic development programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field and relevant experience.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in economic development or related area.
• Ability to manage grants, budgets, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and monitor budgets and project timelines.
• Lead grants management, reporting, and subcontractor coordination.
• Prepare real estate and contract documents and present to boards.

Skills

Project management

Research

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Planning/Public Administration/Finance/Economics/Business

Job description

This classification is used in multiple, diverse departments. Vacancy is in the Economic Development Division in the Department of Development Services. Under Administrative direction, manages a major or significant division or function within the Department of Development Services. Plans, develops, evaluates and participates in projects, including, but not limited to, developing and monitoring budgets, conducting cost/benefit analysis, establishing timelines, measuring outcomes, and making recommendations for improvement. May manage and administer a variety of grants, including, but not limited to, budgeting, fund allocation, reporting and extensive writing. Ensures compliance with all grant requirements in order to maintain funding, including preparing all reports, providing training, and coordinating services of subcontractors. May attend meetings of Boards, Commissions, City Council and its committees, community groups and other entities as required. Drafts real estate disposition and leasing documents, contracts, and agreements.

The above essential duties and responsibilities are not intended as a comprehensive list; they are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may perform additional related duties as required.

This is a HMEA position. The hours of work are 40 per week and the above salary includes 5% in lieu of overtime.

Knowledge of:

• Project management concepts, principles and practices.
• Federal, state and municipal laws and regulations related to project activities.
• Fiscal management, grants management, budgeting, public health management, financial markets and investments and Human Resources.

Skill in:

• Performing complex analyses and research independently.
• Communicating clearly in both oral and written form.
• Utilizing Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Ability to:

• Lead other professionals in the functions of project management.
• Plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinate professional staff.
• Locate and compile information data or facts from specialized sources.
• Apply contractual language, as needed, to work to ensure compliance.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, business representatives and the general public.

Open to all qualified applicants who meet the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college with major coursework in Planning, Public Administration, Public Policy, Finance, Economics, Business or a closely related field
• Five (5) years of full-time, responsible professional experience significantly related to economic development, planning, grant writing, proposal writing, real estate project management.
• In the absence of a four-year degree, full-time, professional direct experience in the specific area of assignment may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a basis of one (1) year of experience for each year of the educational requirement.

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening examination, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3-12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.

Employment PREFERENCES AND LEGAL NOTICES

• Hartford Residency Preferred: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed City of Hartford Residency Affidavit including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
• Veteran's Preference Form: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit Veteran's Preference Form, along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
• Americans With Disabilities Act: The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
• An Affluent Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.