Senior Program Manager - Office Of Economic 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.
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.

Preferred Qualifications


* Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in one of the following: Business Administration, Public Administration; Social Services; Urban Planning; or Public Policy


* One (1) year of full-time experience designing, launching and/or managing new economic - related program.


* Four (4) years of full-time experience in attracting, retaining, and growing small businesses in Cook County.


* Experience with one (1) of the following: building equitable local ecosystems for the small business community in Cook County; helping businesses access capital; or working with local non-profits, community groups, or governments on issues related to economic and community development.

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.

This position is considered a safety-sensitive position.

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