DEPUTY DIRECTOR, BUDGET (BUREAU OF FINANCE) SHAKMAN EXEMPT

Cook County Government; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook County is seeking a Deputy Director, Budget to oversee operations and manage staff within the Bureau of Finance. This role involves complex financial analysis, policy development, and coordination of the annual budget. Located in downtown Chicago, this position offers a rewarding environment with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Environment

Health Benefits

Qualifications

• 4 years in budgetary or financial analysis or related experience.
• Experience in management or supervisory roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations and manages professional staff.
• Coordinates preparation of the County’s annual budget.
• Conducts complex financial analysis and policy development.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial Analysis

Policy Development

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

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Job Description - DEPUTY DIRECTOR, BUDGET (BUREAU OF FINANCE) SHAKMAN EXEMPT (00136943)

Job Description

DEPUTY DIRECTOR, BUDGET (BUREAU OF FINANCE) SHAKMAN EXEMPT

Requisition ID

: 00136943

Job Posting

Job Posting

: May 15, 2025, 5:22:27 PM

Closing Date

: Ongoing Full-time Shift Start Time : 8:30 A.M. Shift End Time : 4:30 P.M.

Organization

Organization

: Offices Under the President

OVERVIEW

Cook County is seeking a Deputy Director, Budget to support the delivery of technical and operational services within the department. This leadership role oversees daily operations, manages professional and managerial staff, and advises senior leadership on budgetary matters. The Deputy Director plays a key role in policy development, conducts complex financial analysis, and coordinates the preparation of the County’s annual budget. The position also serves in an acting leadership capacity as needed.

Attention Applicants: Please note that as part of ongoing job architecture initiatives, the County is reviewing job titles and corresponding grades, which may be subject to change.

WHYPURSUEACAREERWITH COOK COUNTY ?

In addition to providing employees with a challenging, rewarding environment for career and personal growth, we are proud to also offer some of the best benefits in the public sphere, including:

• Generous,FlexiblePaidTimeOff(13paiddesignatedholidays;Minimumof 10 vacation days annually; Up to 4 personal days annually; and Paid sick leave)
• Serves5.28millionresidentsofChicagoanditsinner suburbs
  • 2ndlargestcountyin America
  • Largerthan27 states
• CookCountyemploysover22,000employeeswhoworkinavarietyofskilledjobsand trades.
  • Nearly80%unionized workforce
  • 15unions represented
  • 63separatecollectivebargaining agreements
• Highway–CookCountymaintainsalmost600milesofroadsand highways.
• Land–CookCountyassessesthevalueofmorethan1.5millionparcelsoftaxablelandandcollectsand distributes tax funds as a service for local government taxing bodies.
• Safety–CookCountyprovidesvitalservicestolocalgovernment,fromconductingelectionsinsuburbanareas to offering 911 services in unincorporated areas and municipalities.

LOCATION :

LocatedintheLoopDistrictofdowntownChicago,oneofthemostformidablebusinessdistrictsintheworld,thearea hasanastoundingnumberofculturalfoundations,stunningparkssuchasMillennialParkandMaggieDaleyPark,steps away from the Chicago Riverwalk, award-winning restaurants and plenty of shopping! In addition, Chicago is serviced by multiple busandtrainlinesforpublictransportationfrom the suburbsto the city,taxisare plentiful,publicparking garages for motorist, and bicycle share rentals and local bike lanes for bicyclist .

ROLE SUMMARY:

Assists in the overall delivery of technical and operational services for the department. Directs and supervises the day-to-day activity of professional and managerial level staff. Meets and consults with senior leadership concerning budgetary matters. Aids in the development of policy as it relates to operations and directs managerial level staff in developing and implementing departmental policies and procedures. Performs highly complex analysis, evaluation, and review of financial condition, revenues and expenditures of Cook County funds. Coordinates work with senior leadership in the preparation of the annual budget at all levels. Performs in the acting capacity as
senior leadership in his/her absence or when that position is vacant.

KEYRESPONSIBILITIESAND DUTIES :

• Assists senior leadership with planning, organizing and implementing each phase of the budgetary process leading to completion of the annual appropriation bill.
• Directs and supervises work activity of professional bureau/department staff; delegates responsibility for completing various projects to managerial level bureau/department staff.
• Oversees the preparation and review of comprehensive financial reports, including budget reports and operationalreports.
• Manages the preparation and review of the budget book, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financialregulations.
• Directs the conduct of research to gather information on proposed initiatives and special projects; reviews and approves research findings and forwards recommendations to senior leadership.
• Provides leadership and guidance to staff, developing and implementing policies and procedures to achieve departmental goals.
• Assists senior leadership to oversee staff development, performance management, and employee relations.
• Attends meetings with department heads and County officials concerning budgetary matters; represents senior leadership’s absence.
• Communicates with County departments and stakeholders to ensure effective information sharing and project coordination.
• Oversees the development, implementation, and management of the County's annual operating and capital budgets. Participates in confidential discussions regarding budget matters

Required for all jobs:

Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE,SKILLSAND ABILITIES :

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of program performance budgeting, governmental accounting, and general public administration. Knowledge in or skills pertaining to all aspects of formulating a balanced budget within the parameters of available resources. Ability to analyze complex financial and other statistical data.
• Ability to effectively coordinate, supervise, and direct staff in department matters. Skills in the management of other professionals engaged in computer-based financial and budgetary analysis. Ability to provide strategic leadership, insight, support, and direction to support the unit's mission and goals.
• 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.
• Ability to make sound judgments and recommend policy. Ability to solve complex problems that have a long term impact on the unit and organization.
• Ability to effectively communicate and explain financial and policy-related information to others.
• Knowledge of data management principles, methods, and tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work in a highly confidential environment .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree or higher and
• Four (4) years in budgetary or financial analysis, program evaluation or directly related experience or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in business administration, public
  administration, public policy, political science, finance or economics
• Six (6) years in budgetary or financial analysis, or program evaluation.
• Four (4) years of previous management or supervisory experience

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Sedentary Work

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.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Pursuant to the Shakman Consent Decree, Supplemental Relief Order, and the Cook
County Personnel this position is exempt from the County’s career service rules, is at-will and political reasons or
factors may be considered when taking any employment action. As an employee in a Shakman Exempt position, if you
do not currently live in Cook County, you will have six (6) months from date of hire to establish actual residency
within Cook County.