Project Manager I/II
Salary
See Position Description
Location
City of Anaheim, CA
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2026-00082
Department
Economic Development
Opening Date
04/20/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Project Manager I:
$87,014.00 - 130,520.00 Annually
Project Manager II:
$105,766.00 - 158,648.00 Annually
The City of Anaheim seeks a Project Manager I or Project Manager II to independently perform a variety of advanced level professional duties and responsibilities involved in the administration of the more complex projects in the Economic Development Department. Economic Development leads investment and business growth, retention, and expansion in Anaheim, including revitalization of the commercial hubs of our citys neighborhoods. The Project Manager I/II will assist the department with the implementation of economic development programs and projects, promote and facilitate private investment, provides support for business attraction, retention, and expansion efforts and disposition of Successor Agency properties.
Project Manager I
Candidates must possess at least One (1) year of responsible professional level economic development experience processing entitlements, real estate development, urban planning, and/or community revitalization initiatives. A Bachelors degree from an accredited university with major course work in urban planning, public administration, business administration, architecture, environmental science, or a related field.
Project Manager II
Candidates must possess at least three (3) years of responsible program and project management experience in redevelopment planning supplemented by a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, urban planning, environmental science, architecture, engineering, finance, or a related field. An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A Master's degree is preferred.
In order to allow the hiring manager to identify candidates that are best suited to advance to the interview round, applicants should include a resume and cover letter with their application and supplemental responses.
The department has sole discretion to hire at the Project Manager I Level, or Project Manager II level based on experience.
We offer excellent benefits, please visit www.myanaheimbenefits.com for more details.
Essential Functions
Below are the main duties of a Project Manager I. You can review the full job description by clicking on this link.
Below are the main duties of a Project Manager II. You can review the full job description by clicking on this link.
Qualifications
Project Manager I:
Experience and Education: One (1) year of responsible professional level economic development experience processing entitlements, real estate development, urban planning, and/or community revitalization initiatives. A Bachelors degree from an accredited university with major course work in urban planning, public administration, business administration, architecture, environmental science, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of urban planning, affordable housing development, and architectural design; principles and practices of public infrastructure and capital improvements construction administration; methods and procedures of development and affordable housing development; principles and practices of contract administration; principles and practices of project and construction management; land use entitlement and building permit process for the development of affordable housing projects; principles and procedures of financial accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis; methods and techniques of effective technical, administrative, and financial record keeping, report preparation, and presentation; principles of business letter writing; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to: Interpret construction administration documents and site plans; prepare plans, specifications, and bid documents; interpret and explain economic development policies and procedures; understand, interpret, and apply general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as applicable Federal, State, and local policies, laws, and regulations; properly interpret, ensure compliance with, and make recommendations in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies; analyze and interpret developer financial statements and proformas; work cooperatively with other departments, City officials, and outside agencies; respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from the public, City staff, or other agencies on issues in area of responsibility; organize and prioritize timelines and project schedules; manage consultant contracts; prepare and administer project budgets; prepare clear and concise reports; operate and use modern office equipment including a computer and various software packages; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Project Manager II:
Experience and Education: Three years of responsible professional level experience in redevelopment planning supplemented by a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, urban planning, environmental science, architecture, engineering, finance, or a related field. An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of urban and redevelopment planning and architectural design; principles and practices of public infrastructure and capital improvements construction administration; methods and procedures of redevelopment area plan formation; principles and practices of contract administration; principles and practices of project and construction management; land use entitlement and building permit process for the development of affordable housing projects; principles and procedures of financial accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis; methods and techniques of effective technical, administrative, and financial record keeping, report preparation, and presentation; principles of business letter writing; pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to: Interpret construction administration documents and site plans; prepare plans, specifications, and bid documents; interpret and explain redevelopment policies and procedures; interpret and explain affordable housing policies and procedures; understand, interpret, and apply general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations; properly interpret, ensure compliance with, and make recommendations in accordance with laws, regulations, and policies; analyze and interpret developer financial statements and proformas; work cooperatively with other departments, City officials, and outside agencies; respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from the public, City staff, or other agencies on issues in area of responsibility; organize and prioritize timelines and project schedules in an effective and timely manner; manage consultant contracts; prepare and administer project budgets; prepare clear and concise reports; operate and use modern office equipment including a computer and various software packages; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
License/Certification Required: Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Environmental Conditions: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with some travel to different sites; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
Physical Conditions: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
Supplemental Information
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTION
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 5:00PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.
The selection process will consist of a minimum of skills examination and oral interview.
The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City.
Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.
Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Anaheim offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefits amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
To view the current benefits summary, visit: https://www.anaheim.net/DocumentCenter/View/30970/Benefits-Summary-Full-Time
For additional information about the Citys benefits, visit: www.myanaheimbenefits.com
RETIREMENT BENEFITS - The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.
Note: Pension contribution limitations are set by CalPERS each calendar year, with compensation limit requirements for Public Employee Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) members and Classic members. Employee contributions will be deposited into a 401(a) account after reaching this limit. Employees with CalPERS membership dates prior to July 1, 1996 are not impacted by these limits.
To view the current limits and additional CalPERS information, visit:
https://www.anaheim.net/DocumentCenter/View/4783/CalPERS-Rates
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Candidates will be evaluated based on the information provided on both the application and the responses to the following Supplemental Questions. Failure to fully detail all experience or stating experience in response to the Supplemental Questions but not listing the experience in the application, copy/pasting information, or responses referring to your resume may eliminate you from consideration.
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How many years of responsible program and project management experience in economic development, real estate or development, urban planning, business, and/or public administration do you possess?
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Describe in detail your responsible program and project management experience in economic development, real estate or development, urban planning, business, and/or public administration. Include in your response, where and when you obtained this experience. If none, type N/A.
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Describe your experience in managing community engagement processes. Provide specific information on your role, experience in preparing materials for public presentation and, if applicable, ability to handle difficult public responses/dialogue. If no experience, type N/A.
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Do you possess a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, public administration, urban planning, architecture, engineering, finance, or a related field? If yes, attach a copy of your diploma or proof of graduation to your application.
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If you have obtained a college degree, please list your major. If none, type N/A.
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Do you have any related municipal government/public agency work experience?
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If yes, where and when did you received this experience? If no experience, type N/A.
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Do you currently have a California Class C Drivers license, or are you able to obtain one by date of appointment?
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Do you understand that in order to allow the hiring manager to identify candidates that are best suited to advance to the interview round, you have attached a resume and cover letter to your application?
Required Question
Employer City of Anaheim
Address 201 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 501
Anaheim, California, 92805
Phone 714-765-5111
Website http://www.anaheim.net/jobs