Executive Assistant to the Chief of Health, Human Services and Homeless Prevention
ABOUT THE SHEFFIELD ADMINISTRATION
Detroit is entering a historic new chapter under Mayor-Elect Mary Sheffield, the city’s first woman to serve as Mayor. Elected with a decisive mandate, Mayor-Elect Sheffield brings a steady, community-rooted approach to governing—one focused on listening to residents, healing long-standing divides, and delivering meaningful improvements in daily life across every neighborhood. She will take office on January 1, 2026, with a commitment to building a city that lifts every family and expands opportunity for all.
As she forms her administration, Mayor-Elect Sheffield is assembling a talented, diverse team of leaders who bring deep expertise, lived experience, and the courage to put forward bold, innovative ideas that move Detroit forward. Her team will drive a City government grounded in collaboration, equity, transparency, and results. The Sheffield Administration seeks mission-driven individuals who are ready to serve, ready to build, and ready to help shape Detroit’s future.
ABOUT THE OFFICE
The Office of the Chief of Health, Human Services & Homelessness Prevention sits at the center of Detroit’s work to improve the physical, mental, economic and social well-being of residents. The Chief oversees the Department of Human, Homeless and Family Services, the Detroit Health Department, and the Office of Immigrant Affairs and Economic Inclusion, coordinating citywide strategies that address health outcomes, social determinants of health, housing insecurity, and homelessness prevention. This office operates at the intersection of policy, service delivery, and community partnership, advancing a holistic, equity-centered approach to health and human services that prioritizes dignity, access, and measurable impact across Detroit’s neighborhoods.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Executive Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Health, Human Services & Homelessness Prevention provides high-level administrative and operational support and coordination to one of the City’s most complex and impactful executive portfolios. This role ensures that the Chief’s time, attention, and decision-making capacity are focused on advancing health equity, strengthening service systems, and improving outcomes for Detroiters. The Executive Administrative Assistant manages executive scheduling, briefing preparation, interdepartmental coordination, deliverables tracking, and follow-through across multiple departments and partner offices. The position requires exceptional organization, judgment, discretion, and the ability to anticipate needs in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where resident well-being is at the center of every decision.
This role will facilitate the administration’s priorities, including:
Ensure the Chief’s calendar, priorities, and engagements are aligned with Detroit’s health, human services, and homelessness-prevention goals
Support cross-departmental coordination among Human, Homeless and Family Services, the Detroit Health Department, and the Office of Immigrant Affairs and Economic Inclusion
Strengthen internal systems that improve accountability, follow-through, and transparency across health and human-services initiatives
Ensure the Chief is fully briefed and prepared for decisions that impact health equity, service delivery, and vulnerable populations
Advance efficient, resident-centered government operations that support better health and social outcomes for Detroiters
This description outlines the general nature and key responsibilities of the role and is not intended to be exhaustive; duties, responsibilities, and activities may be modified at the discretion of the Mayor.
Core responsibilities include:
Manage the Chief’s daily calendar, prioritizing engagements that advance health equity, homelessness prevention, and human-services outcomes
Coordinate, prepare, and quality-check briefing materials, meeting packets, presentations, and follow-up documentation
Ensure departments and partner offices provide timely, complete materials for executive review, including policy memos, operational updates, and data summaries
Track commitments, deadlines, and action items across meetings and initiatives to ensure accountability and follow-through
Serve as a central coordination point between the Chief’s office, City departments, community partners, and the Mayor’s Office
Support logistics for meetings, site visits, community engagements, and interagency working sessions
Manage incoming requests, correspondence, and inquiries, ensuring appropriate prioritization and response
Maintain accurate records, filing systems, and confidential executive documents
Prepare presentations, internal communications, and executive materials for senior-level meetings
Anticipate operational needs and identify opportunities to improve workflow, coordination, and efficiency
Uphold high standards of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality in all interactions
Represent the Chief’s Office in communications with senior staff and partners as appropriate
Qualifications:
Experience providing administrative or executive support to senior leaders, elected officials, or high-level public-sector executives
Strong organizational, time-management, and project-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the preparation of clear, accurate briefing materials
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism
Knowledge of municipal operations, public-sector workflows, or complex service-delivery systems
Ability to collaborate effectively across departments, agencies, and community-based partners
Proficiency with scheduling systems, office technology, presentation tools, and document-management platforms
Experience working in Detroit or with Detroit-based organizations strongly preferred
Commitment to equity, dignity, and resident-centered public service
Rate of Pay: $61,472 - $92,028 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Benefits:
Our goal is to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce by providing generous healthcare and other benefits to eligible employees. Learn more about benefits for City of Detroit employees.
Equal Opportunity in Employment:
The Sheffield Administration is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Even if you do not meet all of the requirements listed above, we encourage you to apply if you believe you have the skills, experience, and expertise necessary to thrive in this role. The City of Detroit is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds—including those historically underrepresented in municipal government—to apply.