ASSOCIATE PROGRAM MANAGER (BUREAU OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT)

Cook County • Chicago, IL

1d • $77,218 - $85,241 • Hybrid

About The Position

Assist with basic, standard, and assigned aspects of economic, community, and housing programs from initiation through closeout. Ensure the projects are proceeding in accordance with the projected scope, budget, and schedule and is compliant with applicable requirements and regulations. Organize events, webinars, and meetings and assist with partner engagement and communications. Coordinate key stakeholder relationships and facilitate required reviews of program performance and financial metrics. Review expense documentation and assist with the monitoring and compliance requirements associated with the use of various funding sources. Escalate to others for complex situations, resolutions, and policies.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher is required or Possession of a High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Certificate is required and Four (4) years of project coordination, administration, or directly related experience is required or An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required.
• Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance is required.
• 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 key 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.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic, standard, and assigned aspects of economic, community, and housing programs from initiation through closeout.
• Ensure projects are proceeding in accordance with the projected scope, budget, and schedule and is compliant 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.
• Assist with the monitoring and compliance requirements associated with the use of various funding sources.
• Escalate to others for complex situations, resolutions, and policies.

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: Mid Level