Chief Financial Officer (Bureau Of Finance) - Shakman Exempt

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (BUREAU OF FINANCE) – SHAKMAN EXEMPT Cook County Bureau of Finance is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer who will be responsible for planning and developing fiscal policy and overseeing all financial operations for Cook County. The role ensures fiduciary responsibilities are met, funds are sufficient for current and projected expenditures, and financial practices remain sound. OVERVIEW Key responsibilities include monitoring revenue sources, identifying new funding opportunities, and issuing bonds for capital equipment and improvement projects. The position advises senior leadership on financial policy, recommends and implements policy changes, and communicates updates to other departments as needed. WHY PURSUE A CAREER WITH COOK COUNTY? In addition to providing employees with a challenging, rewarding environment for career and personal growth, we 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. SALARY RANGE $218,700 - $267,300 / YEARLY 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, the area is surrounded by cultural foundations, parks, the Chicago Riverwalk, award‑winning restaurants, and shopping. Public transportation and parking are readily available. JOB SUMMARY Responsible for overall planning and development of fiscal policy, overseeing financial operations, and acting as chief administrator coordinating finance departments and agencies. Ensures fiduciary responsibilities are met and funds are adequate for current and projected expenditures. Monitors revenue sources, explores new revenue opportunities, issues bonds, advises senior leadership, recommends policy changes, and informs other departments. TYPICAL JOB DUTIES Designs and develops an effective strategy for the efficient and systematic coordination of all fiscal policies and procedures. Institutes new methods and provides administrative direction to ensure smooth operation among departments responsible for the management, accounting, expenditure, and control of funds. Promotes standardization, improvement, simplification and modernization of operating systems and procedures relative to all financial activities. Recommends and implements organizational administrative changes to achieve optimal operating efficiency, reduce duplication of services and consolidate resources. Ensures that all applicable ordinances, rules, guidelines and legal requirements are met in the execution of financial operations. Establishes and maintains professional standards of performance and provides leadership in the development of common goals and objectives among departments involved in fiscal operations. Ensures the legislative intent of executive leaders and other stakeholders is met. Assumes primary responsibility for the timely and efficient execution of the annual budgetary process. Presides over budget meetings with various stakeholders, oversees the preparation of the budget and appropriation based on consultations with senior leadership. Consults with department leaders to review estimated revenues and other available resources, assets and liabilities, debt services and periodic fund balances. Provides financial analysis and long‑term projections to executive leadership and other stakeholders. Provides assistance, guidance and direction in financial matters with internal and external stakeholders, including financial institutions. May collaborate with bureaus/departments regarding collection of taxes, fees and other revenues, investment of funds and coordination of State and Federal funds. REQUIRED FOR ALL JOBS Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher in finance, economics, accounting, public administration, or business administration and Five (5) years in financial or governmental administration or directly related experience or An equivalent combination of education and/or experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in finance, economics, accounting, public administration, or business administration. Ten (10) years of financial or governmental administration experience. Eight (8) years of previous management experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of the principles of municipal finance. Knowledge of the uses and applications of technology to achieve goals and objectives in supporting financial operations and decision‑making. Thorough knowledge of financial planning, accounting and auditing principles. Ability to act independently to make sound financial decisions, conduct meetings, analyze facts and situations and determine an appropriate course of action. Effective leadership and communication skills for managing teams and engaging with diverse stakeholders. Ability to interpret highly technical information and devise strategy and policies relevant to meeting established goals for each department. 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 of time. EMPLOYMENT TERMS Upon hiring, the position is exempt from the County’s career service rules and may be subject to at‑will employment. As an employee in a Shakman Exempt Position, if you do not currently live in Cook County, you will have six (6) months from the date of hire to establish actual residency within Cook County. CONTACT Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for inquiries about this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr