Senior Planning Specialist 9Highway & Transporation)

Job Description

Job Summary

Develop, design, monitor, and carry-out large-scale and complex planning studies, projects, and grant programs as directed by leadership. Demonstrate and utilize a wide range of technical and administrative skills and knowledge to maintain control over multi-faceted Bureau/Department operations. Provide coordination over Bureau/Department staff efforts. Ensure that standards of performance and project goals are met. Confer with leadership to develop strategies and relate them to ongoing assignments. Represent the Bureau/Department in joint local and regional projects, working closely with outside agencies and coordinating the deployment of the grant staff in related matters.

Qualifications - External

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher AND four (4) years of planning transportation, economic development, community development, or directly related experience is required.

An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or Public Policy

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 required documents.

*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 the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Knowledge of planning principles and practices respective to economic development and community revitalization.

Knowledge of existing Federal and State grant programs for urban areas, which may include transportation, community and economic development, environmental assessment and remediation, or housing issues.

Skill in researching and analyzing US Census data and transportation, social, and economic statistics and interpreting and applying statistics to major transportation plan, policy, and project proposals.

Skill in designing maps, graphics, spreadsheets, and databases for various media presentations and project monitoring tools and skill in producing strategic and/or comprehensive planning documents.

Ability to independently guide staff in area of specialization to drive business success.

Ability to provide in-depth insight, advice and expertise to other professionals, management, and external contacts in an assigned functional area.

Ability to operate as a senior team member and communicate advanced specialized knowledge to team members, leaders, and external stakeholders.

Knowledge of complex principles and practices for a specialized area of focus.

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.

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 PREFERENCECompany Description

Cook County offers great benefits and the chance to participate in a strong tradition of public service. Cook County is home to more than five million residents, roughly 45% of Illinois’ population. Cook County Government provides a range of vital services and programs that enhance the quality of life for residents across the region. These services range from health care to urban planning. Cook County is committed to empowering its employees to bring our constituents the best that public service has to offer.

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Full-time