Job Description

The future is bright at DTE Energy! We are one of the largest Fortune 500 diversified utilities in the United States with an aspiration to be the best-operated energy company in North America and a force for good in the communities we live and serve. We have businesses in 26 different states and are comprised of regulated utility and non-utility businesses. Our utility business provides electric and gas service to approximately 3 million customers. Our non-utility businesses include a diversified portfolio of energy related companies, ranging from gas storage and pipelines to renewable power development.
DTE Energys utility and non-utility businesses are poised for significant growth. We look forward to working with highly motivated and team-oriented individuals to energize our efforts of growing economically and environmentally.
Recently, DTE Energy has been recognized as an outstanding place to work and has received the following accolades:

* Gallup Great Workplace Award for consecutive years
* Civic 50 Award for corporate citizenship excellence
* Indeeds annual 50 Best Places to Work award for two years running
* Metropolitan Detroits 101 Best and Brightest Companies to work For
* J.D. Power Customer Satisfaction Award
* Professional Womens Magazine/Black EOE Journal Best of the Best
* Computerworlds 100 Best Places to Work in IT
* Best Employers for a Healthy Lifestyle Gold Award
* Detroit Free Press Green Leaders Award

DTE Energy is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.

Testing Required: Not Applicable

Job Summary

The Program Manager-Workforce Development is responsible for the strategy, planning, implementation, and project management for one or more of the following workforce development programs: workforce planning, Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) and skilled trade initiatives, as well as student, diversity, veteran and community outreach.

Key Accountabilities

* Develops and implements overall project plans; including managing project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure timely project completion and meet stakeholder expectations.
* Manages and directs consistent implementation of the strategic and tactical activities for selected programs.
* Establishes and monitors program goals/metrics.
* Prepares business cases and presentations for significant changes in program scope and content.
* Challenges current practices with sound alternatives and initiates new ideas/approaches.
* Establishes ongoing business relationships with internal/external stakeholders and decision makers.
* Leads, builds and works with cross-functional teams across the company and outside organizations.
* Utilizes Continuous Improvement principles, methods and tools in developing and implementing programs and identifying/improving processes.
* Leads analysis of projects and programs, through after action and other effectiveness reviews, to make recommendations for improvements, expansion or phase-out.
* Represents DTE Energy at external meetings and events.
* Develops presentations for and makes recommendations to senior management.
* Provides regular progress reports highlighting key performance indicators and risk management.
* Identifies required internal support resources and aligns activities to event objectives and brand strategy.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

* Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of job relevant experience

Other Qualifications

Preferred

* Bachelor's degree in business administration or human resources.
* Strong project management experience
* Demonstrated skill in managing multiple projects and assignments required
* Ability to plan, organize and execute a broad range of events in support of DTEs workforce development and outreach.
* Experience coordinating programs with government, non-profit, or private sector organizations preferred
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
* Prior experience with STEM or Robotics organizations

Other Requirements

* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people at all levels inside and outside the company.
* Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines and often changing priorities.
* Analytical and problemsolving skills consistent with the ability to identify key issues from a broad range of alternatives, and recommend optimal solutions for various situations.
* Computer skills including MS PowerPoint, MS Excel and project management software.
* Consulting/influencing/negotiating skills to build relationships and influence internal and external stakeholders & decision makers.
* Ability to work with a variety of people and groups to achieve effective and efficient results.
* Ability to attend external events during and outside of normal work hours.

Additional Information

Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.