Senior Program Manager (department Of Planning %26 Development)

Cook County Offices

Under The President

Administrative Hearings

Auditor

Bureau of Administration

Bureau of Economic Development

Bureau of Finance

Bureau of Human Resources

Bureau of Technology

Facilities

Office of the President Job Summary

Plan and deliver on organization objectives through program development, management of day-to day program operations, and technical execution of County programs.

Provide guidance for others in related programs and delegate work, as needed.

Leverage work underway by the bureau/department, County agencies, and other organizations to support the needs of programs and key stakeholders.

Implement programs from conception to conclusion.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to handle data management and visualization platforms.

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats and ability to effectively manage multiple assignments and projects with overlapping deadlines.

• Ability to analyze data and communicate summaries of program progress to the appropriate audience, including community members, organizations, government leaders, elected officials, and funding agents.

• Ability to participate in weekend or evening events, as needed, and ability to travel to work assignments throughout the County.

• Ability to provide insight and advice to team members on program initiatives.

• Ability to assist in organization objectives through program development.

• Ability to work independently and collaborate with team members, mid-level leadership, and potentially senior leaders on programs.

• Ability to collaborate and assist in the achievement of specific program goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher and

• Four (4) years of program management in community/economic development, urban planning, public administration, or directly related experience is required or

• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

• Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance is required.

This position is considered a safety-sensitive position.

Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process.

Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered:


* Medical, Dental, and Vision



* Basic Term Life Insurance



* Pension Plan



* Deferred Compensation Program



* Employee Assistance Program



* Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time



* Voluntary Benefits



* You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)



* For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/



* For eligible employees the County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.

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