Innovation Project Lead

Job overview

The Innovation Project Lead role is onsite in Syracuse, NY; compensation is $60,360–$63,860 per year. The position is part of the City of Syracuse Office of Analytics, Performance, & Innovation and supports projects to improve City operations. The role manages initiatives from research and planning through implementation and evaluation. It coordinates departments, staff, government and community stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to develop measurable improvements, monitor progress, and advance City programs.

What you'll do

• Conduct research and data analysis
• manage stakeholder relations for policy initiatives
• evaluate policies, practices, and procedures
• develop and implement project plans
• lead implementation planning and performance monitoring
• manage project scope, resources, budgets, execution, and closeout
• coordinate staff and cross-functional teams
• facilitate performance improvement
• conduct qualitative research
• guide government and community stakeholders through design, testing, and launch
• prepare written, oral, and visual communications.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

innovation project lead

syracuse ny

city of syracuse

part-time

$60,360–$63,860/year

project management

data analysis

policy initiatives

performance improvement

stakeholder relations

cross-functional teams

arcgis online

city residency required

health and dental insurance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Dental, health, and vision insurance
• paid time off
• parental leave
• retirement plan.

Why this role

City of Syracuse residency is required; nonresidents have six months from hire to establish residency. The role requires a relevant bachelor’s degree and one year of project or campaign management experience, or the part-time equivalent.

About the employer

City of Syracuse is hiring for this role. Industry: Executive Offices. Sector: 92.