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Senior Project Manager
2026-01-15 City of Saint Paul, MN all cities,AK
Description:
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of , 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.
Position 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.
How to Apply
First time applying online? Read our
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-###-####.
Learn more about our Hiring Process
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-###-####
Email:
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.
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.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
For a detailed overview, visit
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the application and screening processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
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Select which option best represents how you qualify for the Senior Project Manager position.
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Please describe your experience with local and/or federal funding sources. Examples of funding programs include: Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Revenue Bonds, or Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC).
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Describe your experience evaluating financial and/or real estate data, including budgets and pro forma analysis, in order to evaluate project feasibility.
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Describe your experience with applying equity principles in housing development work and/or your understanding of how housing policy in the United States has influenced racial equity. You may include academic, professional, or lived experiences as examples.
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RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
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I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
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Are you currently a Saint Paul resident?
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If you indicated "yes" as a current Saint Paul resident, please indicate your zip code.
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Salary : $80,724.80 - $109,241.60 Annually
Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 25-UNSP-01673
Department: Planning and Economic Development
Opening Date: 01/09/2026
Closing Date: 1/28/2026 11:59 PM Central
About the Position
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.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of , 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.
Position 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.
How to Apply
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
- 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)
First time applying online? Read our
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-###-####.
Learn more about our Hiring Process
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-###-####
Email:
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.
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.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vacation/Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
- Deferred Compensation
- Retirement Program
- Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long Term Care Insurance
For a detailed overview, visit
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the application and screening processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
- Yes
02
Select which option best represents how you qualify for the Senior Project Manager position.
- 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 performing professional work in coordinating, promoting, facilitating, and preparing proposals and loans for complex industrial, commercial, housing, or real estate projects.
- A Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Economics, Finance, Real Estate, Marketing, Communications, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, or a related field and four years of experience in a development project management area or equivalent.
- A combination of education and vacancy related experience to equal six years or more.
- None of the above.
03
Please describe your experience with local and/or federal funding sources. Examples of funding programs include: Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Revenue Bonds, or Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC).
04
Describe your experience evaluating financial and/or real estate data, including budgets and pro forma analysis, in order to evaluate project feasibility.
05
Describe your experience with applying equity principles in housing development work and/or your understanding of how housing policy in the United States has influenced racial equity. You may include academic, professional, or lived experiences as examples.
06
RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
- City of Saint Paul website
- City of Saint Paul employee
- City of Saint Paul job interest card
- City of Saint Paul walk-in
- City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter
- City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications
- Friend or family member
- League of Minnesota Cities website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- X (formerly known as Twitter)
- Indeed.com website
- ZipRecruiter
- Pollen website
- MinnesotaWorks.net
- College or University
- Community organization
- Job fair
- Professional association
- Saint Paul Elevate Session
- People of Color Career Fair
- Other
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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
08
I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
- Yes
- No
09
Are you currently a Saint Paul resident?
- Yes
- No
- Prefer not to answer
10
If you indicated "yes" as a current Saint Paul resident, please indicate your zip code.
Required Question