CFO Finance & Accounting

CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY

ADULT PROBATION DEPARTMENT

Job Title: Director of Finance Dunn County Building 69 W. Reports To: Chief Probation Officer Initiates, develops and controls the operating functions of several sub-units within the office, and directs operational and grant budget preparation. Organizes, supervises, and directs all functions of the Finance Office such as purchasing, assists with inventory control, cashier unit; monitors work schedules, and accounting procedures. Directs preparation of department’s corporate, probation services fees, and grant budgets. Supervises the training, orientation and evaluation of all personnel working within the Finance Office. Organizes and directs the operating activities of property control, contract monitoring, travel arrangements, and telecommunication needs for the department. Supervises the preparation and updates of financial policies, attends policy and procedure meeting when required. Meets with personnel from the Clerk’s Office and State’s Attorney Office to resolve financial issues. Consults with executives’ staff concerning space utilization, equipment and maintenance requirements. Assist in resolving problems relating to the Finance Office and finance procedures. Supervises the preparation of comprehensive financial reports required by the County Auditor and independent auditors. Meets with auditors during on-site visits. Serves on various committees within the department. Meets with the Chief Probation Officer to discuss financial issues and department needs. Attends County Board meetings and coordinates financial information with staff in the Office of the Chief Judge. Coordinates the preparation of various comprehensive financial reports monthly. Within six months of employment, be a resident of the State of Illinois. Possess strong research and data analysis skills. Possess a clear and thorough understanding of department policy, procedures and programs. Possess the ability to utilize proper grammar, sentence structure and spelling. Possess knowledge and/or experience in quality assurance, program evaluation and research methods.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

In addition to the application, qualified applicants should submit: Cover Letter addressed to Chief Probation Officer Megan Volker, addressing work experience and the qualifications for this position. Applicants are advised that as a Drug Free Workplace, use of medical or recreational marijuana is prohibited and will disqualify a candidate from employment. Application materials should be submitted by the close of business on Monday, June 22, 2026. Please apply by filling out the application at our Career Page.

THE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Office of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY- OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE and ADULT PROBATION DEPARTMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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