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. 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: For eligible employees the County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options. Salary Range: $94,712 -$104,544/ YEARLY VETERAN’S PREFERENCE When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION. IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION “Are you a military veteran?”ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214 S, 215 S, OR NGB 22 S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911). The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD 214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact veterans.affairs@cookcountyil.gov VETERAN MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS AT TIME OF INTERVIEW. Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit the required document.