Project Manager I Land Reuse in Detroit, Michigan at Detroit Land Bank Authority

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

The Land Reuse Project Manager I is responsible for supporting the assessment and pipeline preparation of vacant land owned by the Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA) for sale and reuse. The Project Manager I will be charged with reviewing property data, lot inspections[TS1.1], triaging property purchase inquiries, and determining additional information needed to ensure properties move smoothly toward disposition. The Project Manager I will perform a variety of administrative support assignments related to departmental projects and activities. This includes performing a variety of data analysis activities for supporting the processes utilized within the Planning & Analysis Department. The employee will work closely with departmental leadership to prepare properties to support broader initiatives. The employee will also work closely with the Assistant Director, Land Reuse Manager, and Land Reuse Project Manager II as it relates to overall program direction and resolution of issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Evaluate DLBA-owned vacant lots for disposition programs, taking into account a range of factors in making determinations.
• Identify vacant land sale priorities and vet property data for sale through one of the DLBA’s vacant land sale programs.
• Review and respond to property inquiries for DLBA-owned vacant lots.
• Triage inquiries and pipeline issues in need of immediate attention, working with leadership and other team members for their resolution.
• Monitor the progress of properties under preparation for sale to identify, triage, and resolve issues.
• Interface with other DLBA departments, as well as residents, external partners, and vendors, for the effective management of DLBA pipelines and response to inquiries.
• Assess a high volume of properties for listing potential using a range of factors to make determinations.
• Support the preparation of vacant lots for sale through activities including, but not limited to, clearance of delinquent taxes, clearance of demolition liens, securing necessary approvals, preparing deal sheets, coordinating with City planning partners, correcting data errors, and other work.
• Effectively translate overarching guidelines and directives into per-property action.
• Prepare internal and external reports related to property and pipeline statuses.
• Accurately maintain, track, and update high volumes of data related to the DLBA’s property inventory and sales pipelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, community development, public administration, business administration or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least two (2) years of experience in urban planning, community and economic development, real estate, project management, public administration or other related professions.
• Real estate background and/or familiarity with zoning codes, a plus.
• Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to maintain close attention to detail while working at high volumes.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to understand and carry out the terms and conditions of contractual agreements.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports and correspondence related to the work.
• A self-starter with the ability to handle multiple projects at any given time.
• In-depth knowledge of Detroit communities and respect for diverse cultures/lifestyles.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook).
• Familiarity with Salesforce software, a plus.
• Possession of valid Michigan driver’s license
• Ability to travel to multiple sites throughout Detroit using personal vehicle

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the candidate must be able to move up to 30 pounds floor to waist and pushing/pulling up to 30 pounds a distance of up to 100 feet. Must have ability to travel to and from various locations throughout the City of Detroit utilizing personal vehicle. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand or sit with lifting of materials 60 lbs. or more. The employee is required to use hands to input, view and retrieve data from computers. The employee is required to do a great deal of local traveling to properties within the city of Detroit (10%); throughout the year. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.