About the Department

The Department of Planning and Economic Development (PED) is hiring Project Managers to join a team of professionals who are passionate about building a vibrant, dynamic Saint Paul by leveraging the strengths of a diverse urban core city. These roles offer the opportunity to work on high-impact initiatives that support residents, strengthen neighborhoods, and drive economic growth.

Information about these positions:

There are openings on the Housing team.

Housing Project Manager (Emergency Rental Assistance Program)

In this role, you will support community partners and Saint Paul residents by administering and improving access to affordable housing resources. The current opening focuses on coordinating the City’s Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) program, helping ensure residents and landlords can navigate the program effectively and equitably.

Here’s what you can expect to do:

• Review and approve ERA applications by analyzing complex eligibility documentation
• Provide direct support to residents and landlords, offering clear and timely guidance
• Ensure compliance by auditing files and applying federal, state, and local program requirements
• Coordinate outreach and engagement with community organizations and City partners
• Track program performance, budgets, and outcomes while supporting program improvements

Housing Project Manager (Multifamily Team)

In this role, you will support multifamily development and real estate initiatives in Saint Paul. 

Here’s what you can expect to do:

• Support funding proposals and loans for housing and real estate projects
• Build and manage relationships with developers, consultants, community partners and team members involved in project planning
• Coordinate project activities, timelines and deliverables across multiple stakeholders
• Gather information, tracking schedules and help analyze budgets and funding proposals
• Assist with contract administration

For more information and essential functions, see our Project Manager 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. 

Position Duties

A Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Economics, Finance, Real Estate, Marketing, Communications, Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, or a closely-related field.

Some positions in this class may require reading, writing, and speaking fluently in a language other than English. Refer to the Job Announcement for specific language information.

Minimum 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. You will not be able to submit your application without the document(s) attached. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.) 
   • A resume

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

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

Other Qualifications

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 requires 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
E-mail: [email protected]

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.