LEAD PROGRAM MANAGER

Job Posting Job Posting: Sep 18, 2026, 4:11:35 AM Closing Date: Oct 9, 2026, 10:44:00 AM Full-time Shift Start Time: 8:30 A.M. Shift End Time: 4:30 P.M. Posting Salary: $101,509-$117,778/Yearly Organization: Offices Under the President Work Locations: Cook County Administration 69 W. Washington Cook County Offices Under The President Administrative Hearings Auditor Bureau of Administration Bureau of Economic Development Bureau of Finance Bureau of Human Resources Bureau of Technology Facilities Office of the President Job Summary Plan and deliver on organization objectives through program development, management of day-to day program operations, and technical execution of programs. Collaborate with Bureau/Department leadership to oversee programs and special initiatives in the development, coordination, submission, and implementation of various strategic plans and performance reports. Manage all aspects of Bureau/Department programs from initiation through closeout. Provide oversight and technical assistance to sub-recipients or assisted business and development entities. Oversee policy manual development, revisions, and implementations in coordination with functional areas. Coordinate the entry of accomplishment data, project completion, and program closeout data in systems. Provide guidance for others in program management and delegate work, as needed. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher and Five (5) years of program management, project management, or directly related experience is required or An equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance is required. •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 an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). 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 the required document. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Knowledge of planning, policy, and compliance policies, processes, and procedures and knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite. Skill in designing and launching new programs, engaging an array of stakeholders, and building internal organizational capacity. Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing, to internal departments and external agencies, as appropriate, for the needs of the audience. Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information. Ability to enable collaborative teaming and oversee the work of a program. Ability to lead organization objectives through program development, guidance of day-to day program operations, and advanced execution of a program. Ability to lead collaborative teaming within and across a program. Ability to lead program direction and goal achievement, and manage finances, stakeholders, and governance. 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. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.

IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION "Are you a military veteran?" ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911). VETERAN MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS AT TIME OF INTERVIEW. Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered 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: For eligible employees the County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options. Salary Range: $101,509 - $117,778/Yearly The County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options. *This is a safety sensitive position, requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination. Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d) EEO Statement Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances. NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules. *Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Social Media Disclaimer The County’s hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County’s hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for inquiries about this position #J-18808-Ljbffr Cook County