DESCRIPTION:

 

 

Currently, there are two (2) vacancies in multiple departments within the City of Hartford:  This  posting can be used for future vacancies within multiple, diverse departments.  Manages a major  division  under  administrative  direction.  Develops  policies,  procedures,  strategies  and plans. 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. Compiles data; performs complex  analysis;  prepares  reports  and  makes   recommendations.  Prepares  and  makes presentations. May attend meetings of Boards, Commissions, City Council and its committees, community groups and other entities as required. Manages and administers a variety of grants. Ensures compliance with all grant requirements in order to maintain funding, including preparing all   reports,   providing   training,    and   coordinating   services   of   subcontractors.   Makes recommendations on process  improvement, cost reduction strategies and opportunities, and implementation strategies.  Supervises and provides technical assistance to staff members in preparing tactical and  action plans for projects. Provides guidance to project managers and serves as the lead for all projects that are within an assigned area of responsibility. May oversee the fiscal  management and/or administrative functions of the Department, including, payroll, accounting functions, inventory control, maintenance of employee records, and handling personnel related matters. Performs related work as required.

 

 Distinguishing  Characteristics          

This classification is used in multiple, diverse departments. All duties, responsibilities, knowledges, skills, abilities and qualifications will be at the same level, but will vary on subject matter according to the area of assignment within the department where the position is located. In addition, all positions will perform essential core duties and responsibilities and possess core knowledge, skills and abilities.

 

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

 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

 

 

The examination will consist of a rating of your training and experience as contained on your application and may include a written test, an oral test, a performance test or a combination thereof.  All  parts  of  the  examination,  including  tests  and  ratings,  will  be  related  to  the

requirements of the position. The examination is designed to measure considerable knowledge of project management concepts, principles and practices; Federal, state and municipal laws and regulations related to project activities. 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.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

 

Open to all applicants who meet the following qualifications:

 

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college with major coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Public Policy, or a closely related field or major related to the area of assignment,  AND  five (5) years of full-time, responsible professional experience significantly related to the below areas of assignment:

 

 Develpoment Services - Economic Development (1  Vacancy):

Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in: Economics, Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Political Science, Project Management, Law, Construction Management, or a closely related field.

 

Professional Experience: Five (5) years of full-time responsible professional experience in Economic Development, Planning, Commercial and/or Industrial Real Estate Development, Construction Management, or Grants Management.

 

 Management  and  Budget  (1  Vacancy):

Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in:  Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Public Policy, Project Management, Finance, or a closely related field.

 

Professional Experience: Five (5) years of full-time responsible professional experience in Public Policy, Budget Management, full cycle of Grants Management (preferably in program design evaluation and use/development of analytical tools).

 

In the absence of a four-year degree, full-time, professional direct experience in the specific area of assignment listed above may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a basis of one (1) year of experience for each year of the educational requirement.

 

 A   COPY   OF   YOUR   DEGREE   OR   TRANSCRIPT   MUST   BE   SUBMITTED   WITH   YOUR

 APPLICATION.  A  DEGREE  OR  TRANSCRIPT  SUBMITTED  WILL  BE  VERIFIED   BY   THE

 HUMAN  RESOURCES  DEPARTMENT.

 

HARTFORD  RESIDENCY  PREFERRED:  A completed   CITY   OF   HARTFORD   RESIDENCY

 AFFIDAVIT including proof of residency as indicated on the   RESIDENCY  AFFIDAVIT   may  be submitted.

 

APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY, INCLUDING REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. APPLICATIONS  WITHOUT  PROPER  DOCUMENTATION  SHALL RESULT IN YOUR DISQUALIFICATION.

 

APPLICATIONS VIA FACSIMILE OR EMAIL ARE NOT ACCEPTED AND WILL RESULT IN YOUR DISQUALIFICATION

 

 

OTHER INFORMATION:

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.

 

ALL CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION CONCERNING THE APPLICATION AND TESTING PROCESS WILL OCCUR THROUGH EMAIL, UNLESS OTHERWISE REQUESTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.

 

 VETERAN'S  PREFERENCE:

Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a  Veteran's  Preference  Form along with a DD214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.

 

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 AFFIRMATIVE 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.

 

 

 

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

 http://www.hartford.gov

 

Human Resources Department

550 Main Street

Hartford, CT 06103

860-757-9800

Position #01100

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER (RE-ISSUED

02/16/2023) ND

 

 humanresources@hartford.gov

 

 

 

Senior Project Manager (Re-issued 02/16/2023) Supplemental Questionnaire

 

 

* 1. I have attached a copy of my high school diploma/degree/transcript. I understand not attaching my high school diploma/degree/transcript will deem me not qualified.

 Yes      No

 

 

* 2. Based on your past experience, please give an example of a project you managed.

What challenges did you face?

 

 

 

* 3. In your most recent related position, what was your most significant contribution to the team, program, or project?

 

 

 

* 4. If the project is not adhering to schedule, how do you get it back on track?