BUREAU CHIEF, ASSET MANAGEMENT (BUREAU OF ASSET MANAGEMENT) – SHAKMAN EXEMPT

Cook County • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Cook County Bureau of Asset Management is seeking a Bureau Chief, Asset Management, responsible for directing and managing the development of policies, standards, and strategic plans related to the County’s real estate, facilities, capital projects, and asset management functions. The role collaborates with department leadership to establish strategic platforms that support real estate, asset, and business objectives, and oversees the supervision and implementation of asset management activities across departments and business units. Responsibilities include initiating and overseeing policy development, establishing procedures and protocols, recommending budgets, supervising staff, and ensuring operations align with departmental best practices and strategic goals.
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%25 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.
Attention Applicants: Please note that as part of ongoing job architecture initiatives, the County is reviewing job titles and corresponding grades, which may be subject to change.
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 9 Additional voluntary benefit plans
Flexible Teleworking Options
Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of 15 vacation 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.
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%25 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 motorists, and bicycle share rentals and local bike lanes for bicyclists.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher and
• Five (5) years of experience in real estate, construction management, facilities management, or directly related experience or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Ability to provide direction and guidance to other leaders in the organization, with overall responsibility for a major operational area.
• Knowledge of all organization capabilities and how they interrelate.
• Skill in monitoring and assessing the performance of individuals, programs and contracted services.
• Strong oral, interpersonal and written communication skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and guide leaders at all levels to achieve organization-wide goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of budgeting practices and policies.
• Ability to act independently to resolve problems and recommend solutions.
• Ability to synthesize complex information and provide guidance to achieve strategic objectives, with the highest-level of strategic decision making.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in Business Administration.
• Ten (10) years of experience in real estate, construction management, or facilities management.
• Eight (8) years of previous management experience.
• Licensed in Real Estate.

Responsibilities

• Formulate policies and strategic plans in collaboration with senior leadership to develop asset management strategies and objectives.
• Collaborate with managers, supervisors, professional consultants, contractors, elected officials and external agencies to coordinate County real estate asset management.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of various asset related programs, policies and projects.
• Determine the development and implementation process related to asset management, including property acquisition, facility management, lease options, and capital projects.
• Leverage expertise in business requirements and strategic planning to influence decisions related to real estate asset management.
• Exercise global understanding and influence technical and business issues related to real estate asset management and operations.
• Oversee the budget preparation process for all department unit providing real estate asset management services and operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Top Tier Medical Benefits: Medical Plans, Prescription Drug Benefit, Dental Plans, Vision Plan and 9 Additional voluntary benefit plans
• Flexible Teleworking Options
• Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of 15 vacation 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees