Project Manager

3 weeks ago

Detroit, United States DPSCD Comp Full time
Project Manager - Office of Chief of Staff

Position Title: Project Manager, Office of Chief of Staff

Location: Fisher Building

Reports to: Executive Director, Office of Chief of Staff

Bargaining Unit: N/A

Benefits Eligibility: Yes

Telecommuting Eligibility: Eligible for telecommuting up to 20% (one day per week)

Position Summary:

As a member of the Office of Chief of Staff Operations team, the Project Manager is part of a shared services team that provides project management, data analysis, planning and logistics support, and procurement services. The Project Manager plays a critical role in supporting various initiatives that enhance the overall efficiency, climate, and culture of the central office. This individual will manage and support a range of projects, collaborate with other departments, and help develop and codify standard operating procedures to ensure cohesive and effective operations across the District.

The Project Manager is a collaborative, and highly organized individual who understands district policies and procedures as well as the strategic direction of the District. This role requires a dynamic individual who can proactively participate in district-wide planning, coordinate projects, and help foster a continuous improvement culture, ensuring alignment with the District’s strategic plan priorities and facilitating smooth operations within the division. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong background in project management and a passion for educational administration.

We are looking for talented people who are passionate about transforming Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) and making a significant difference in the lives of public school students, parents, principals, teachers, and central office employees.

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Two (2) to five (5) years of experience in project planning/management
  2. Proficiency in Office 365 environment
  3. Proficiency in project management software and tools
  4. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus
  5. Prior experience working for a school district is preferred but not required

Essential Functions:

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Project Manager will:

  1. Provide short and long term project management services, which includes:
  1. Monitor project progress and adjust as needed to ensure timely completion
  2. Coordinate project activities and resources to meet project goals and deadlines
  3. Produce high quality project plans, reports, detailed project notes, presentations and data displays for review by District stakeholders
  4. Responsible for holding stakeholders accountable using goals-tracking structures for tasks, deliverables, and adherence to project timelines ensuring projects stay on-track
  1. Assist in the development and refinement of the district's strategic plan.
  2. Ensure alignment of projects and initiatives with the District’s strategic priorities.
  3. Track progress towards organizational priorities using the OKR (Objectives and Key Results) framework.
  4. Provide regular updates and reports on project milestones and outcomes.
  5. Provide thought partnership on initiatives to strengthen and promote climate and culture across central office, and then provide project management on the execution of these initiatives.
  6. Foster a collaborative environment that promotes knowledge sharing and mutual support.
  7. Help codify and develop standard operating procedures across the central office to develop an organizational way of work and promote inter-departmental collaboration.
  8. Develop and deliver standards, trainings, and feedback loops to build positive and professional relationships at schools and in the central office.
  9. Support and coordinate the professional development efforts of principals and assistant principals.
  10. Build and maintain systems and processes that ensure sustainability and continuous improvement.
  11. Develop mechanisms for regular feedback and continuous improvement.
  12. Provide internal consulting services to central office departments using a shared services model.
  13. Help manage the district’s central office hub.
  14. Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Security Clearance:

Internal Applicants: If you are a current Detroit Public Schools Community District employee, you do not have to submit to a new security clearance, unless your new role requires a different type of criminal background check.

External Applicants: In alignment with Michigan law, if you are hired to fill a position, you will be required to submit to a Detroit Public Schools Community District criminal background check. Information regarding required background checks will be shared at point of hire.

Method of Application:

Applicants must apply through the online application system. Only applications submitted through the online application system will be considered for any posted position and all applications require a resume to be considered. Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire. Teaching service outside of the Detroit Public Schools Community District must be verified by the applicant's prior employer(s) prior to hire. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested.

Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email or phone.

DPSCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, citizenship, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions opportunities.

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