BUSINESS OPERATIONS SPECIALIST (BUILDING & ZONING) BUREAU OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Cook County•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Support the efficient management of all operations by implementing comprehensive business support functions, including procurement, grants management, and data support. Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures relevant to the Bureau/Department, ensuring compliance with statutory and strategic mandates. Provide technical guidance and assistance to staff and stakeholders. Assist with various projects and consult senior staff for more complex issues and challenges.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of administrative, operational, or analytical work or directly related experience is required or An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
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 required documents.
Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.
Knowledge of the administrative and general operating policies, procedures, and practices of the Bureau/Department.
Knowledge of modern business administration practices and techniques, including accounting, budgeting, managerial sciences, and purchasing.
Ability to plan and provide guidance to basic and routine activities.
Ability to make decisions in a high pace, highly stressful environment.
Skill in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to provide moderate-level 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 specialized knowledge to team members, managers, and external stakeholders.
Knowledge of moderately complex principles and practices for a specialized area of focus.

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
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: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
For eligible employees the County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.