ASSOCIATE BUSINESS OPERATIONS SPECIALIST (BUILDING & ZONING)

Cook County • Chicago, IL

1d • $71,647 - $79,001 • Hybrid

About The Position

Support the efficient management of all Department/Bureau operations by participating in the preparation and implementation of relevant policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with all statutory and strategic mandates pertaining to the Department/Bureau. Perform basic and routine work assignments and consult other staff for more complex issues. Assist in various projects and initiatives as needed. Handle coordination of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and assist in researching to develop and improve policies and practices around business operations.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree OR Possession of a High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate.
• 4 years of administrative work, analytical work, or directly related experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of modern business systems accounting practices as they relate to large scale organizations.
• Skill in planning, developing, and completing basic and routine assignments.
• Ability to execute procedures/guidelines for improvement of services.
• Skill in strategically thinking, planning, and managing situations and issues.
• Skill in verbal and written communication.
• Skill in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to provide basic insight, advice, and expertise to other professionals, management, and external contacts in an assigned functional area.
• Ability to operate as a team player and communicate basic or narrow-defined knowledge to team members and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of basic and standard principles and practices for a specialized area of focus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation and implementation of relevant policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and strategic mandates pertaining to the Department/Bureau.
• Perform basic and routine work assignments and consult other staff for more complex issues.
• Assist in various projects and initiatives as needed.
• Handle coordination of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.
• Assist in researching to develop and improve policies and practices around business operations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Voluntary Benefits
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• Hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level