Project Manager, Special Projects

SUMMARY:

The Project Manager of Special Projects will be supporting identified strategic projects within our strategic plan’s growth and enhance pillars. The Project Manager for Special Projects will play a pivotal role in driving identified strategic initiatives and ensuring the successful execution of various high-impact projects. This is a temporary position to oversee current strategic projects within VOAMI’s strategic plan for growth and enhancement of existing services. The identified projects can and will shift based on priorities and status of projects.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Project Management: Oversee and manage multiple special projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project goals.
• Research and Analysis: Conduct comprehensive research and analysis to support project objectives and provide actionable insights to move the projects forward.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to gather requirements, coordinate efforts, and ensure seamless communication.
• Problem Solving: Identify potential challenges and develop proactive solutions to address them effectively.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed project documentation, including progress reports, timelines, and deliverables.
• Communication: Prepare and present project updates to senior management and other key stakeholders.
• Task completion: Ability to step in where needed to move the project forward. This requires the ability to learn specific topics and complete specific tasks.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to the development of best practices for project management.
• Program Development: Developing work flows, developing policy and procedure, look at overall integration with other programs and infrastructure.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Potential supervisory responsibility if additional staffing is deemed necessary for the Project Manager to oversee the development or implementation of identified tasks.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Skills: Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Ability to learn new information and apply it.

• Key Competencies:
• • Technical Proficiency: Proficient in project management software and tools. Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools is a plus.
  • Resourceful: Leverage available resources efficiently through research, webinars, conferences, and subject matter experts to creatively overcome obstacles and drive project success.
  • Adaptability: Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Team Player: Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, management or related field or equivalent
• A minimum of three years experience with project management, operations support or a similar role.
• Must maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license and driving record that satisfies insurability requirements

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Requirements:

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 to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the

employee is frequently required to sit, stand walk, talk, see, hear, and drive. The vision requirement

includes close and distant vision.

Environmental Working Requirements:

Work is done in either an on-site or remote office environment with exposure to computer screens. Works

closely with Managers and Directors in several departments.

The agency may in its sole discretion fill this position on a full-time, part-time or contractual basis with the individual best fit to perform the duties of the job. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the title. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Employees in this title are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment requirements including but not limited to a background check, drug screen and a pre-employment physical.

VOAMI is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

I have read and understand this job description and fully understand the requirements set forth herein. I accept the position and agree to abide by the requirements set forth and will perform all duties and responsibilities to the best of my ability. I further understand that my employment is at-will and may be terminated by VOAMI or myself, with or without notice for any reason not expressly prohibited by law.