CONTRACTUAL WORKER Strategic Planning Expert

DGS Office of External Affairs; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Healthcare and Family Services seeks a Strategic Planning Expert to work with internal and external partners on strategic planning initiatives and process improvement. Based in Chicago with hybrid schedule, the role requires strong leadership and administrative skills to support long-term service delivery goals.

This full-time hourly contractual position emphasizes strategic planning proficiency, coordination with state agencies, and effective communication to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (4 years) required.
• Minimum 6 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public or business organization.
• 4 years of experience with strategic planning processes and implementation.
• 4 years of experience with Medicaid programs and/or social service programs in State Government.
• Strong communication and writing skills with ability to present to high-level personnel.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic planning initiatives and process improvement with internal and external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Writing

Administrative skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (4 years)

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Department of Healthcare and Family Services seeks a Strategic Planning Expert to work with internal and external partners on strategic planning initiatives and process improvement. The role is based in Chicago and requires strong leadership, communication, and administrative skills to support the agency's long-term goal of improving service delivery. This is a full-time, hourly contractual position with a hybrid work schedule.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (4 years of college completion)
• Minimum 6 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public or business organization
• 4 years of experience with strategic planning processes and implementation
• 4 years of experience with Medicaid programs and/or social service programs in State Government
• Strong communication and writing skills with ability to present to high-level personnel
• Master's degree preferred