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    PROJECT MANAGER

    Department of Finance

    Street Operations Division

    Number of Positions: 1

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES

    • Manages and directs a major program/project with significant size and scope.
    • Manages professional staff and directs organizational functions.
    • Consults with staff/consultants to determine project scope, budgets, and specifications.
    • Functions as a specialized advisor to executive level managers.
    • Coordinates and administers citywide initiatives and special projects.
    • Develops and negotiates contract terms, monitors services by contractors.
    • Develops strategies, analyzes workflows, recommends functional improvements.
    • Assists in developing internal procedures, guidance, and training for staff.
    • Prepares and analyzes data/reports on program activities and costs.

    Additional duties may be required.

    LOCATION

    Department of Finance, Street Operations, 940 W. Exchange, Chicago, IL 60609

    DAYS & HOURS

    Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

    THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE

    Qualifications

    Graduation from an accredited college with a relevant bachelor's degree and five years of project management experience.

    SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

    Interview with a written exercise/skills assessment is mandatory.

    Preference for candidates with:

    • Experience in conducting performance audits.
    • Experience analyzing reports from complex data systems.
    • Experience managing and leading a group of professionals.
    • Experience identifying potential risks and developing compliance testing instruments.
    • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite, Tableau, and similar systems.

    ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM APPLICATION MATERIALS

    The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

    City of Chicago

    Brandon Johnson, Mayor

    Applications for this position accepted until 11:59pm CDT on June 3, 2024.


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