ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, LAND BANK ACQUISITIONS - ACTIVELY RECRUITED

Cook County; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 143,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Pension Plan

Deferred Compensation Program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

Hybrid work environment with telecomm,

Job summary

Cook County is seeking a strategic executive to lead policy design, planning, and operational execution for the Cook County Land Bank Authority. The role oversees administration, personnel, procurement, and IT, driving budget analysis and cross-functional collaboration with senior leadership.

The position directs asset acquisition and disposition initiatives, manages day-to-day operations, and leads critical meetings and reviews to advance countywide policy and program goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field with 6 years of related experience.
• 4 years of supervisory experience required.
• Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, preparation, and execution of policies and strategic plans to enhance operational efficiency.
• Design and execute the property acquisition strategy for the Cook County Land Bank Authority (CCLBA).
• Manage and direct administration, personnel, procurement, and information technology units; oversee budgets.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to analyze the annual budget and personnel matters.
• Provide strategic leadership; oversee asset acquisition and disposition initiatives.
• Oversee day-to-day operations including disposition reviews, land transactions, and related meetings.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budget analysis

Real estate knowledge

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Job description

Job Details

Job Posting: Sep 14, 2026, 8:45:56 PM

Closing Date: Sep 22, 2026, 10:44:00 AM

Full-time

Shift Start Time: 8:30 A.M. Shift End Time: 4:30 P.M.

Posting Salary: $143,300 -$175,500/YEARLY

Organization: Offices Under the President

Work Locations: Cook County Administration 69 W. Washington

Job Summary

Leads the design, preparation, and execution of policies and strategic plans to enhance operational efficiency. Designs and executes the property acquisition strategy for the Cook County Land Bank Authority (CCLBA). Manages and directs the administration and support services units of the agency, overseeing administration, personnel, procurement, and information technology. Collaborates with senior leadership to compile and analyze the annual budget and personnel matters. Provides strategic leadership, supervises entry-level managers, and leads business development efforts. Oversees strategic initiatives for asset acquisition and disposition. Facilitates business development and collaborates with leadership at all levels to implement Countywide and agency policies and procedures. Manages day-to-day operations, including disposition reviews, land banking agreements, Land Transactions Committee meetings, and invoice reviews.

This position is Actively Recruited and At Will.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher and Six (6) years of business, real estate, legal, public administration, or urban planning experience is required.

Four (4) years of prior supervisory experience is required.

Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance is required.

Safety

This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process. https://www.cookcountyil.gov/sites/default/files/service/drug-and-alcohol-policy.pdf

Background & Documentation

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 and Abilities

Knowledge of project management, housing dynamics, and land banks. Ability to work in distressed communities.

Ability to maintain current relationships and develop new relationships with non-profit and for-profit community developers, provide leadership to public/private partners, and develop business plans, strategies, and financial analysis skills.

Knowledge of real estate transactions. Ability to navigate the acquisition and disposition of real estate properties and the logistical and financial issues arising there from.

Ability to travel at a moderate to extensive level to work assignments throughout the County, for which the employee must provide his or her own adequate means of transportation.

Ability to provide strategic leadership, insight, support, and direction to support the unit's mission and goals.

Ability to solve complex problems that have long-term impact on the unit and organization.

Ability to implement the strategic vision of a department or organization-wide function.

Ability to implement plans and objectives and oversee the efficiency and performance of specific processes and operations.

Other Duties

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.

Benefits Package

• 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 eligible employees the County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $143,300- $175,500 /Yearly

Post-Offer Testing and Background Check

This 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.

Internal Candidate Note

NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.

Authorization

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.