Project Manager Analytics Specialist III

Project Manager Analytics Specialist III

Salary

$79,480.00 - $98,715.00 Annually

Location

Coleman A Young Municipal Center, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

20261111003CRIO12207JT2

Department

Human Rights Dept

Division

Civil Rights, Inclusion,

Opening Date

10/06/2026

Closing Date

10/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General

• Description
• Benefits
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Description

Project Manager Analytics Specialist III

The Project Manager will assist in the oversight of the cannabis business licensing process and the development of revenue-sharing fund plans tied to cannabis tax proceeds. This role supports regulatory compliance, applicant-facing operations, and fiscal planning, ensuring licensing moves efficiently while community reinvestment funds are allocated transparently and in line with all local ordinances.

Examples of Duties

Licensing Administration

Manage the end-to-end cannabis business license application process, including intake, completeness review, and tracking through approval or denial

Coordinate with applicants, legal counsel, zoning, and public safety departments to verify compliance with municipal cannabis ordinances and state regulations

Maintain accurate licensing records, application timelines, and status reporting for leadership and public dashboards

Identify process bottlenecks and implement improvements to reduce application turnaround time

Ensure equity program requirements (if applicable) are properly verified and documented

Cross-Functional & Stakeholder Coordination

Serve as a primary point of contact for applicants, licensees, and community stakeholders regarding licensing status and fund allocation questions

Prepare materials and presentations for public meetings, council briefings, and regulatory hearings

Coordinate with legal, finance, code enforcement, and external auditors as needed

Track legislative and regulatory changes at the state/local level that affect licensing or revenue use

Project & Data Management

Build and maintain project timelines, milestones, and tracking tools for both licensing and fund distribution cycles

Produce regular status reports and metrics (application volume, approval rates, fund disbursement progress)

Maintain documentation supporting audits and public records requests

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelors degree with major in human resources, data analytics, project management, business, management, organizational development, or labor relations.

Preferred

4+ years of project management experience, ideally in a government, regulatory, or software developmentenvironment.

Strong understanding of municipal budgeting, grants, or public fund administration

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing materials for public bodies

Proficiency with project management and data tracking tools (e.g., Excel, Smartsheet, Asana, or similar)

Ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders simultaneously

Experience with cannabis regulatory programs, social equity licensing, or other regulated industries (alcohol, gaming, etc.)

Familiarity with public funds, grant administration, or revenue-sharing program design

Experience working with city council, commissions, or other public oversight bodies

Experience

Project Manager & Analytics Specialist III - Advanced levels of responsibility and three to four (3-4) years of human resources experience in any combination of the following components: compensation, recruitment/staffing, benefits, labor relations, employee relations, training and development, and organizational development.

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 points

LRD: 08/05/2025

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
• Dental
• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Please indicate your highest level of education completed

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• PhD/J.D.
• No Education experience

02

How many years of experience do you have using Smartsheet, project management tools, or data analysis platforms?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 2 to 3 years
• 4 to 5 Years
• 5 or more Years

03

Please indicate your years of experience do you have in managing the end-to-end cannabis business license application process, including intake, completeness review, and tracking through approval or denial?

• None
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 years or more

04

Please indicate how many years experience you have maintaining project timelines, milestones, and tracking tools for both licensing and fund distribution cycles?

• None
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 years

Required Question

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