Senior Project Manager

Full Job Description

Join us in building a vibrant, dynamic, and equitable Saint Paul!

The Department of Planning and Economic Development (PED) has an exciting Senior Project Manager opportunity on the Housing Team to lead project financing for multifamily housing development projects that directly impact Saint Paul residents.

Here’s what you can expect to do:

• Use and leverage a variety of housing finance tools to produce, preserve and protect housing in the city.

• Shape housing policy through the performance of advanced-level work evaluating project proposals, underwriting loans, and negotiating terms and conditions on projects requesting City assistance and requiring multiple sources of funding including TIF, tax credits, bonds, and federal, state, and local resources.

• Provide guidance to other staff on development strategy, policy, and logistics.

• Collaborate with community organizations, government entities, elected officials, and developers on real estate projects.

For more information and essential functions, see our job description.

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals.

At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve.

Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.

We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Economics, Finance, Real Estate, Marketing, Communications, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, or a related field, and two years of experience as a Project Manager or four years of experience in a development project management area or equivalent.

A combination of education and experience to equal six years or more can be used to qualify for the position.

Qualifications

1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
2. Upload the following required document(s) via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.
   • A resume (required)
   • A cover letter (optional)

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Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

Additional Information

Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening: This position may require a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.

Human Resources Contact Information:
Michelle LeBow at 651-266-6519
Email: michelle.lebow@stpaul.gov

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.