Chicago, IL – DIRECTOR OF POLICY

POSITION: Director of Policy

DEPARTMENT: Office of the President

REPORTS TO: Deputy Chief of Staff – Policy

SALARY RANGE: $111,825 – $136,675

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a Resume and Cover letter to Shakmanexemptapplications@cookcountyil.gov

OVERVIEW

The Office of the President is seeking a Director of Policy. This role will support the
President’s efforts to develop or revise policies in line with the President’s Policy
Roadmap and other initiatives. The Director will draft strategic initiatives to address
public policy challenges, obtain approval, and distribute approved communications
to the relevant internal teams.

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.

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 7 Additional voluntary benefit plans
• Flexible Teleworking Options
• Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of
  10 vacation days annually; Up to 4 personal 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.

Please review carefully the Employee Benefits page. For benefits questions contact
Risk Management at 312-603-6385 or email risk.mgmt@cookcountyil.gov.

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 motorist, and bicycle share rentals and local bike lanes for bicyclist.

ROLE SUMMARY

Under the direction of the President’s Office, directs the development or amendment of existing policies based on the
President’s Policy Roadmap and other policy initiatives. Drafts strategic initiatives that address public policy challenges
for approval and distributes approved communications to the appropriate internal sources. Partners with internal or external
stakeholders regarding the advancement of policy initiatives of the President’s Office. May manage or liaise with the Policy
Roadmap Committee, answering inquiries from internal departments, employees and external agencies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Develops manages and evaluates Cook County Government policy activities and initiatives in relation to the Policy
Roadmap

Analyzes, and summarizes dense and complex information accurately, clearly and within a short time frame.

Leads and manages the research and analysis required to produce public policy memos and key reports on County
policies.

Works closely with all the Department Heads and Bureau Chiefs to ensure consistent policy development related to the
Policy Roadmap.

Serves as liaison between the President’s Office and the Policy Roadmap Committee and other public policy related
Committees advanced by the Offices under the President.

May direct, coordinate and supervise assignments pertaining to the Policy Roadmap.

Answers policy inquiries posed by Department Heads, employees and external agencies.

Handles special projects of specific purposes and confidential nature as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws as it pertains to policies regarding Cook County Government.

Skill in analyzing research for writing policies and organizing subject matter into a concise document based on findings.

Ability to communicate effectively both in written and verbal formats to communicate all current and impending
policies.

Ability to plan, organize, direct and evaluate projects, to recommend constructive improvements.

Skilled in utilizing various search-engines and multi-media resources.

Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding policy matters.

Skill in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree PLUS a minimum of two (2) years’
experience in the creation, implementation, or oversight of policy matters, OR, an equivalent combination of
professional work experience, training and education.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Masters Degree or Juris Doctorate.

Two (2) years of supervisory/operational experience in the public sector.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sedentary Work

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.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not be construed as a
complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily
outside an employee’s normal line of work.