Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, BUDGET (DEPARTMENT OF BUDGET & MANAGEMENT SERVICES) SHAKMAN
Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
OVERVIEW
Directs and manages the activities of a functional budget section, coordinates special bureau/department projects and performs related duties as required. Oversees the work of analysts engaged in the annual review of department operating and capital budget requests, and the monitoring of the usage of budgetary appropriations in accordance with the County's annual budget appropriation bill. Assists with implementing new and modified procedures to facilitate the annual budget process. Performs highly complex analysis, evaluation, and review of financial condition, revenues and expenditures of Cook County funds. Performs in the acting capacity of senior leadership in his/her absence.
WHY PURSUE A CAREER WITH COOK COUNTY?
Top Tier Medical Benefits: Medical Plans, Prescription Drug Benefit, Dental Plans, Vision Plan and 7 Additional voluntary benefit plans
Flexible Teleworking Options
Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of 10 vacation days annually; Up to 4 personal 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.
Please review carefully the Employee Benefits page. For benefits questions contact Risk Management at 312-603-6385 or email risk.mgmt@cookcountyil.gov.
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% 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 motorist, and bicycle share rentals and local bike lanes for bicyclist.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Oversees the development and implementation of the County's annual budget, including budget forecasting, analysis, and reporting.
Conducts financial analysis and forecasting to support decision‑making and identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
Develops and implements financial policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective financial management.
Leads and mentors staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
Collaborates with various bureaus/departments to coordinate budget development and financial planning.
Prepares and analyzes financial reports, including budget performance reports and financial statements.
Oversees the administration of grant programs, including grant application, award, and expenditure tracking.
Leads and manages financial projects, such as budget system implementations and process improvements.
Ensures compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards.
Represents the bureau/department at meetings and communicates with internal and external stakeholders.
Required for all jobs: Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of structure of Cook County Government including organization, administration and functions of the various departments, boards, commissioners and committees.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of program performance budgeting, governmental accounting and general public administration principles and practices.
Knowledge in or skills pertaining to all aspects of formulating a balanced budget within the parameters of available resources.
Skilled in the management of other professionals engaged in financial and budgetary analysis.
Ability to analyze complex financial and other statistical data.
Ability to make sound judgments, recommend policy and effectively communicate and explain these to others.
Ability to evaluate and prioritize multiple assignments in an efficient and timely manner.
Ability to work in a highly confidential environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or higher and
Four (4) years in public administration, budgetary analysis, financial analysis, program evaluation or directly related experience.
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in business administration, public administration, public policy, political Science, finance or economics.
Five (5) years in public administration, budgetary analysis, financial analysis, program evaluation or directly related experience.
Three (3) years of previous management or supervisory experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sedentary Work: Involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
EMPLOYMENT TERMS RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Pursuant to the Shakman Consent Decree, Supplemental Relief Order, and the Cook County Personnel, this position is exempt from the County's career service rules, is at‑will and political reasons or factors may be considered when taking any employment action. As an employee in a Shakman Exempt position, if you do not currently live in Cook County, you will have six (6) months from date of hire to establish actual residency within Cook County.
Additional terms, conditions and benefits are available from the Cook County Human Resources department.
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WHY PURSUE A CAREER WITH COOK COUNTY?
Top Tier Medical Benefits: Medical Plans, Prescription Drug Benefit, Dental Plans, Vision Plan and 7 Additional voluntary benefit plans
Flexible Teleworking Options
Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of 10 vacation days annually; Up to 4 personal 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.
Please review carefully the Employee Benefits page. For benefits questions contact Risk Management at 312-603-6385 or email risk.mgmt@cookcountyil.gov.
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% 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 motorist, and bicycle share rentals and local bike lanes for bicyclist.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Oversees the development and implementation of the County's annual budget, including budget forecasting, analysis, and reporting.
Conducts financial analysis and forecasting to support decision‑making and identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
Develops and implements financial policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective financial management.
Leads and mentors staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
Collaborates with various bureaus/departments to coordinate budget development and financial planning.
Prepares and analyzes financial reports, including budget performance reports and financial statements.
Oversees the administration of grant programs, including grant application, award, and expenditure tracking.
Leads and manages financial projects, such as budget system implementations and process improvements.
Ensures compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards.
Represents the bureau/department at meetings and communicates with internal and external stakeholders.
Required for all jobs: Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of structure of Cook County Government including organization, administration and functions of the various departments, boards, commissioners and committees.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of program performance budgeting, governmental accounting and general public administration principles and practices.
Knowledge in or skills pertaining to all aspects of formulating a balanced budget within the parameters of available resources.
Skilled in the management of other professionals engaged in financial and budgetary analysis.
Ability to analyze complex financial and other statistical data.
Ability to make sound judgments, recommend policy and effectively communicate and explain these to others.
Ability to evaluate and prioritize multiple assignments in an efficient and timely manner.
Ability to work in a highly confidential environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or higher and
Four (4) years in public administration, budgetary analysis, financial analysis, program evaluation or directly related experience.
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in business administration, public administration, public policy, political Science, finance or economics.
Five (5) years in public administration, budgetary analysis, financial analysis, program evaluation or directly related experience.
Three (3) years of previous management or supervisory experience.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sedentary Work: Involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
EMPLOYMENT TERMS RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Pursuant to the Shakman Consent Decree, Supplemental Relief Order, and the Cook County Personnel, this position is exempt from the County's career service rules, is at‑will and political reasons or factors may be considered when taking any employment action. As an employee in a Shakman Exempt position, if you do not currently live in Cook County, you will have six (6) months from date of hire to establish actual residency within Cook County.
Additional terms, conditions and benefits are available from the Cook County Human Resources department.
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