Description

Under the general direction of the County Administrator, this dynamic position is responsible for applying appropriate knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to effectively implement large, complex, long term, interdepartmental, and cross-functional projects that enhance county operations and maximize the use of public resources. Creates and manages project deployment strategies, risk assessments, schedules, budgets, deliverables, communication plans, status reports, and performance metrics from concept through implementation. Plan and execute change management tasks required for county operations to embrace, adapt, and support new solutions. Projects requiring integrated management coordination generally originate from Administration and/or the county’s Capital Improvement Planning Committee.

This is a full-time, benefited position based out of the Fillmore Campus located at 12220 Fillmore Street, West Olive, MI  49460. Typical working hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Essential Job Functions

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Thoroughly assesses expressed goals, objectives, and anticipated outcomes of proposed projects to ensure worthiness before launch.
2. Bolsters the implementation of county strategic plan priorities.
3. Assembles, leads, and motivates cross-functional project teams, providing guidance, support, and direction to ensure successful project execution.
4. Works with project teams to make recommendations on changes in scope, costs, and forward-thinking integration opportunities to better serve county operations and maximize resources.
5. Identifies potential risks or delays and provides regular updates to stakeholders.
6. Meets budgetary objectives and adjusts project constraints as necessary.
7. Executes comprehensive project plans, including schedules, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
8. Monitors and reports on all phases of project planning to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives; documents lessons learned during implementation and modifies processes/decision-making as necessary for future endeavors.
9. Operates within a strong ethical framework and strives to uphold public trust.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Education, Training and Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution plus a minimum of three (3) years of experience working in project management/coordination or an equivalent combination of professional work experience, training, and education.

Required Knowledge and Skills

1. Comprehensive knowledge of project management methods and techniques with an ability to apply advanced skills.
2. Ability to make decisions on complex issues regarding project components, tasks, and process improvements.
3. Exercise independent judgement and make recommendations to leadership on approach/options to accomplish project goals and objectives
4. Strong verbal and written communication with excellent facilitation and presentation skills.
5. Highly organized, detail-oriented, flexible, resourceful, and a self-starter.
6. Excellent interpersonal and human relations skills.