Director, Project Management

MANHATTAN, NYPosted 18 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from City of New York

• Job overview

  The Director of Project Management at the New York City Department of Sanitation leads a team managing public messaging production, materials, and vendor contracts to support the department's public engagement efforts.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves overseeing procurement, inventory, contract facilitation, correspondence, customer service, and cross-team project management within the Bureau of Public Affairs.

• Compensation and benefits

  The salary range is $94,050 to $242,675. Additional benefits likely include health insurance, retirement plans, and other city employee perks, though not explicitly stated.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates must have a combination of education and extensive professional experience in budget administration, management, or public administration, including at least 18 months in a supervisory role. Preferred skills include writing, communications, Microsoft Excel, Salesforce or similar CRM experience, and at least five years in government project management.

• Work environment and culture

  The City of New York emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and a discrimination-free work environment, requiring residency within 90 days of appointment.

• Company information

  The Department of Sanitation is the largest municipal sanitation agency in the U.S., responsible for waste management and street cleaning across New York City with nearly 10,000 employees and a large fleet of vehicles.

• Team overview

  The Director will manage a small team focused on procurement, inventory, and contract facilitation within the Bureau of Public Affairs.

• Job location and travel

  The position is based in New York City with a residency requirement within 90 days of appointment.

Company overview

The City of New York is a municipal government entity responsible for the administration and governance of New York City. It oversees a wide range of services including public safety, education, transportation, and public health. The city generates revenue through various means such as taxes, fees, and state and federal grants. Established in 1898 through the consolidation of five boroughs, it has a rich history of managing one of the world's most populous and diverse urban centers.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to highlight leadership in project management, vendor coordination, and team supervision, emphasizing experience with procurement, inventory, and contract facilitation as outlined in the job description.

• Showcase your skills in public messaging, customer service, and cross-team collaboration within government or large organizations, especially focusing on managing complex projects and communications.

• Apply through multiple platforms including the City of New York’s official careers website and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s reach and visibility.

• Connect with current employees in the Bureau of Public Affairs or related divisions at City of New York on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent DSNY initiatives or asking about team culture and project management tools they use.

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