Senior Project Manager (Health and Human Services)

Job Description:

Senior Project Manager (Health and Human Services)

Description

Description

Vacancy is in the Environmental Division of the Health and Human Services Department. Under administrative direction develops policies, procedures, strategy and plans pertinent to the management of the assigned division or function. Primarily responsible for overseeing the developing, implementing, and overseeing of environmental health programs and initiatives . Supervise databases and oversee the interface between all programs under his/her supervision. Drafts legal orders, recommends enforcement actions, and may appear in court. Makes recommendations on process improvement, cost reduction strategies and opportunities, and implementation strategies. Compiles data; performs complex analysis; prepares reports and makes recommendations; makes presentations, including written and graphic information. Supervises and provides technical assistance to staff members in preparing tactical and action plans for particular projects. Provides guidance to Project Managers and serves as the lead for all projects that are within an assigned area of responsibility. Coordinates scope of services for all sub-contractors. Participates in grant writing and program development. Investigates sanitation complaints, foodborne/waterborne illness outbreaks, and environmental hazards. Conducts health promotion activities and educates the public on environmental health issues.

The above essential duties and responsibilities are not intended as a comprehensive list; they are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may perform additional related duties as required.

This is a HMEA position. The hours of work are 40 per week and the above salary includes 5% in lieu of overtime.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The examination will consist of a rating of your training and experience as contained on your application. All parts of the examination will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination is designed to measure the following:

Knowledge of:

• Project management concepts, principles and practices.
  
• Federal, state and municipal laws and regulations related to project activities.
  
• Fiscal management, grants management, budgeting, public health management, financial markets and investments and Human Resources.
  

Skill in:

• Performing complex analyses and research independently.
  
• Communicating clearly in both oral and written form.
  
• Utilizing Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  

Ability to:

• Lead other professionals in the functions of project management.
  
• Plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinate professional staff.
  
• Locate and compile information data or facts from specialized sources.
  
• Apply contractual language, as needed, to work to ensure compliance.
  
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, business representatives and the general public.
  

Qualifications

Open to all qualified applicants who meet the following qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college with major coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Policy, Public Health, Environmental Health or a closely related field AND five (5) years of full-time, responsible professional experience significantly related to Environmental Health, Health Administration or Public Health Management.

In the absence of a four-year degree, full-time, professional direct experience in the specific area of assignment may be substituted for the above educational requirement on a basis of one (1) year of experience for each year of the educational requirement.

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening examination, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3-12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.

Other Information

• Application must be completed in its entirety, including required documentation. Applications without proper documentation shall result in your disqualification.
• All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur via email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application.
• Please be sure to check your junk and spam email for all recruitment communication.
• Applications via facsimile or email are not accepted.

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES AND LEGAL NOTICES

• Hartford Residency Preferred: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed City of Hartford Residency Affidavit including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
  
• Veteran's Preference Form: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form , along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
  
• Americans With Disabilities Act: The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
  
• An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
  

Closing Date/Time: 2/19/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

Salary:

$81,167.58 - $104,358.28 Annually