Special Projects Manager

Special Projects Manager

The Special Project Manager position at the City of Tucson's Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD) is primarily responsible for asset management of City/El Pueblo Housing Development (EPHD) owned affordable housing, and working with staff across the department. They manage the oversight of third party property managers, property compliance, monitor operations, track and report on property performance. They will also manage other high-priority HCD/EPHD projects.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Affordable Housing Development Administrator. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Initiates projects by outlining and documenting the project scope, identifying opportunities and constraints. Assists with developing potential project timelines. Conducts fieldwork to evaluate and document existing conditions and shares with City staff and consultants. Collaborates with consultants and City staff to refine the project scope and schedule. Monitors scopes, schedules, and budgets for multiple projects.
• Develops and implements public engagement strategies to reach relevant stakeholders and gathers community feedback for related projects. Attends and facilitates community meetings, plans and coordinates public meetings, delivers public presentations, produces promotional materials, prepares exhibits, and compiles and summarizes public input.
• Facilitates coordination among internal staff and external consultants to ensure assigned projects are completed timely and provides regular updates to HCD leadership on their progress.
• Manages federal or other regulatory agency requirements to include environmental reviews, applications, approvals and reporting.
• Oversees renovation and improvements of single-family homes for affordable home ownership.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Some exposure to light physical or environmental conditions (noise, dust, weather, etc.).

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

Three (3) years of relevant experience

Equivalency

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

License/Certifications

Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License - Arizona Department of Transportation - Motor Vehicle Division

Preferred Qualifications

Educational background in real estate, urban planning, civil engineering, landscape architecture, architecture, public administration, public health, or a closely related field. Master's degree in Planning, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Public Administration, or a related discipline. Direct experience working with grant-funded projects. Professional experience in real estate, housing development and project management. Direct experience working with program participants, stakeholders and the public, including meeting facilitation, event planning and coordination, and delivering public presentations.

Position Details

Job Profile

J0455 - Project Manager

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Compensation Grade

G109

Hourly Range

$32.15 - 48.23 USD

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Exempt

Position Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Department

Housing and Community Development

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Background Check

This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

About Us

Benefits

The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

The City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

The city does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).

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Recruiter Name

Stephanie Vejar

Recruiter Email

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