Associate Program Manager; Bureau Of Economic Development

Associate Program Manager (Bureau of Economic Development) Job Summary

Assist with basic, standard, and assigned aspects of economic, community, and housing programs from initiation through closeout. Ensure projects proceed in accordance with the projected scope, budget, and schedule and comply with applicable requirements and regulations. Organize events, webinars, and meetings; assist with partner engagement and communications; coordinate key stakeholder relationships; facilitate required reviews of program performance and financial metrics; review expense documentation and assist with monitoring and compliance requirements associated with the use of various funding sources.

Escalate complex situations, resolutions, and policies to appropriate authorities.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher is required
• Possession of a High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate is required
• Four (4) years of project coordination, administration, or directly related experience is required
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required
• Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance is required
• This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process.

• Knowledge in project management concepts, including managing and monitoring project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Skill in communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing, with tact and courtesy to staff, internal departments, and external agencies.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments and projects with overlapping deadlines and keep them on task and on schedule.
• Ability to effectively coordinate and collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders and develop and maintain productive relationships with those stakeholders.
• Ability to organize routine activities and operations for a program, process, or service.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members as needed to support program initiatives.
• Ability to interpret, develop, and implement standard plans and policies.
• Ability to support in the assistance of achieving program goals.

Sedentary work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days or during wartime. To receive this preference, a Veteran must identify themselves as a Veteran on the employment application and attach a copy of their DD‑214, DD‑215, or NGB‑22 at the time of application. Veterans must provide original applicable discharge papers at the time of interview.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Voluntary Benefits
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligibility
• Hybrid work environment allowing telecommuting and flexible scheduling options for eligible employees

$77,218 – $85,241 per year

Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance.

Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline up to and including termination and placement on the Ineligible for Rehire List. Salaries for internal candidates will follow Cook County Personnel Rules. All hiring is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan and is not influenced by political reasons or factors.