Job Description

LAZ Parking is one of the largest and fastest growing parking companies in the country. LAZ operates hundreds of thousands of parking spaces across the country.

We are also a PEOPLE-first company. As we often say, “Parking is our industry, but people are our passion.” Our mission is to “create opportunities for our employees and value for our clients.”

The Spirit of the Position:

The Manager of Strategic Initiatives, Technology will provide comprehensive administrative support to the President of Technology and Innovation. This role involves managing schedules, coordinating meetings, handling communications, and assisting with various projects to ensure the efficient operation of the department. In addition, identify, develop, and implement projects and strategies that align with an organization's overall goals and objectives for growth and success. They act as a bridge between strategic planning and operational execution, ensuring that initiatives are aligned with the organization's vision and effectively implemented.

This position sits out of our Home Office in Hartford, CT.

Principal Job Duties:

• Calendar Management : Schedule and manage appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements for the President.
• Communication : Handle incoming and outgoing communication, including emails, phone calls, and correspondence.
• Meeting Coordination : Organize and prepare materials for meetings, take minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Project Assistance : Support the President in various projects, including research, data analysis, and report preparation.
• Office Management : Maintain office supplies, manage files and records, and ensure the office environment is organized and efficient.
• Event Planning : Assist in planning and coordinating events, conferences, and other departmental activities.
• Confidentiality : Handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Project Management :
• Project Coordination : Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Task Management : Track project tasks, deadlines, and deliverables, and ensure team members are aware of their responsibilities.
• Resource Allocation : Help allocate resources effectively to meet project goals and objectives.
• Reporting : Prepare regular project status reports and updates for the President and other stakeholders.
• Risk Management : Identify potential project risks and assist in developing mitigation strategies.
• Stakeholder Communication : Facilitate communication between project stakeholders to ensure alignment and address any issues promptly.

Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of administrative experience, preferably supporting senior executives.
• Knowledge of e-commerce.
• Project Management experience.
• Parking related experience is a plus.

Skills:

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of professionalism and attention to detail.
• Ability to anticipate needs and proactively address issues.
• Flexibility to handle a variety of tasks and adjust to changing priorities.
• Familiarity with technology and innovation trends in the parking industry.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift, push and pull at least 25 pounds

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential duties/functions.

FLSA Status : Exempt

LAZ Parking is an equal opportunity employer. In all our employment practices, including hiring, we are firmly committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetics, Vietnam era, special disabled, recently separated and other protected veterans, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. No question in our application process is used for the process of limiting or excluding any applicant's consideration for employment on such grounds.

LAZ Parking participates in E-Verify.

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