Deputy Director, Emergency Management; Department Of Emergency Management & Regional Security - Shakman Exempt

Position: DEPUTY DIRECTOR, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT (DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT & REGIONAL SECURITY) - SHAKMAN EXEMPT
OVERVIEW

Cook County Office Department of Emergency Management & Regional Security is seeking an experienced Deputy Director, Emergency Management. This role supports the overall operations and administration of the department by overseeing programs, contributing to policy and procedure development, and participating in emergency management activities. It assists in recovery, mitigation, and preparedness efforts while coordinating with local first responders, elected officials, and state and federal partners.

The position also aids senior leadership in long‑range planning, strengthens departmental response functions, and supports public awareness, preparedness, and training initiatives related to emergency management.

Cook County offers great benefits and the chance to participate in a strong tradition of public service. Cook County is home to more than five million residents, roughly 45% of Illinois' population. Cook County Government provides a range of vital services and programs that enhance the quality of life for residents across the region. These services range from health care to urban planning.

Cook County is committed to empowering its employees to bring our constituents the best that public service has to offer.

Attention Applicants:
Please note that as part of ongoing job architecture initiatives, the County is reviewing job titles and corresponding grades, which may be subject to change.

WHY PURSUE A CAREER WITH COOK COUNTY?

In addition to providing employees with a challenging, rewarding environment for career and personal growth, we are proud to also offer some of the best benefits in the public sphere, including:

* Top Tier Medical Benefits:
Medical Plans, Prescription Drug Benefit, Dental Plans, Vision Plan and 9 Additional voluntary benefit plans

* Flexible Teleworking Options

* Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of 15 vacation days annually; and Paid sick leave)

* Pension Plan

* Financial Support Programs and Resources:
Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts - Dependent Day Care, Commuter Benefits, Discounted Parking, PSLF Eligibility, Deferred Compensation and Education Tuition Stipend

* Health/Wellness Perks:
Flexible Spending Accounts-Health Care, Employee Assistance Program and MyHealth Connections wellness program.

SALARY RANGE: $133,200 - $162,700 / YEARLY

SNAPSHOT OF COOK COUNTY

* Serves 5.28 million residents of Chicago and its inner suburbs

* 2nd largest county in America

* Larger than 27 states

* Cook County employs over 22,000 employees who work in a variety of skilled jobs and trades.

* Nearly 80% unionized workforce

* 15 unions represented

* 63 separate collective bargaining agreements

* Highway - Cook County maintains almost 600 miles of roads and highways.

* Land - Cook County assesses the value of more than 1.5 million parcels of taxable land and collects and distributes tax funds as a service for local government taxing bodies.

* Safety - Cook County provides vital services to local government, from conducting elections in suburban areas to offering 911 services in unincorporated areas and municipalities.

LOCATION

Located in the Loop District of downtown Chicago, one of the most formidable business districts in the world, the area has an astounding number of cultural foundations, stunning parks such as Millennial Park and Maggie Daley Park, steps away from the Chicago Riverwalk, award-winning restaurants, and plenty of shopping! In addition, Chicago is serviced by multiple bus and train lines for public transportation from the suburbs to the city, taxis are plentiful, public parking garages for motorists, and bicycle share rentals and local bike lanes for bicyclists.

Job Summary

Provide support in the overall operations and administration of the department's activities. Oversee all department programs, participates in the development of policy and procedures, and emergency management response activities. Participate in recovery, mitigation and preparedness efforts while coordinating interaction between local first responders, local elected officials, state and federal cooperators for the County. Assist senior leadership with the long-range planning and the response functions for the department.

Assist in emergency management planning and aid in the implementation of public awareness, preparedness and training programs as they relate to emergency management activities.

Typical

Job Duties

* Provide assistance to senior leadership on administrative and operational policies and procedures, as they relate to departmental development activities.

* Serve as the department's liaison with the business operations of the department in absence of senior leadership.

* Coordinate all administrative, operational, communications and response activities, assets, programs and personnel of the department and assists senior leadership in the coordination of activities and functions for the County.

* Provide assistance regarding budgetary issues and grant management activities.

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