DIRECTOR OF PLANNING RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

City of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Director of Planning, Research, and Development to lead a dynamic team in shaping public policy. This pivotal role involves overseeing comprehensive research and planning initiatives, ensuring the integrity of data analysis, and preparing impactful reports to guide legislative actions. The ideal candidate will bring extensive supervisory experience, a strong educational background in planning or related fields, and a passion for addressing social issues such as homelessness and affordable housing. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where your expertise will significantly influence community development and policy-making.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of supervisory experience in planning and public policy.
• Master's degree preferred with experience in homelessness and housing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee research and planning studies, establishing goals and timelines.
• Prepare reports and evaluate legislation impacting programs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Public policy development

Data analysis

Funding application

Legislative testimony

Education

Master's degree in Planning or related field

Bachelor's degree in Planning or related field

Associate's degree in Planning or related field

Job description

Job Description - DIRECTOR OF PLANNING RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (409834)

Job Number:

409834

DIRECTOR OF PLANNING, RESEARCH, AND DEVELOPMENT

DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

Bureau of Citywide Planning

Systems Planning Division

Number of Positions: 1

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CST on 02/25/2025

Under direction, the class is managerial in nature, overseeing the operations of a division or section and directing professional staff engaged in researching and planning, and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Establishes goals, objectives, and parameters for research and planning studies
• Prioritizes and assigns work, establishes timelines and monitors the progress of data collection activities
• Reviews data analysis ensuring completeness and integrity
• Directs the preparation of programmatic and fiscal reports, plans, procedures, and protocols based on the analysis of data collected
• Reviews and evaluates proposed federal and state legislation impacting departmental programs and funding and prepares reports on the city’s position and recommended policy changes
• Directs the identification of potential new funding sources and the completion of applications to obtain same
• Provides testimony to legislative and other governmental task forces and committees involved in identifying and developing solutions to social, public health, economic or environmental concerns
• Works with supervisors in establishing operating policies and procedures for the section
• Participates in the preparation of the section’s budget
• Trains and coordinates the training of professional staff
• Develops and implements work standards and objectives and evaluates staff performance
• Prepares management reports on section’s work accomplishments

Additional duties may be required for this position

Location: City Hall, 10th Floor

Days: Monday–Friday

Hours: 9:00 am–5:00 pm

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Nine (9) years of supervisory work experience in the planning, development, and implementation of public policies in the areas of homelessness, affordable rental, and homeownership,OR
• Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s degree in Planning, the Social Sciences, Public Health, Public Administration, or a directly related field, PLUS at least seven (7) years of supervisory work experience in the planning, development, and implementation of public policies in the areas of homelessness, affordable rental, and homeownership;OR
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Planning, the Social Sciences, Public Health, Public Administration, or a directly related field, PLUS at least five (5) years of supervisory work experience in the planning, development, and implementation of public policies in the areas of homelessness, affordable rental, and homeownership;OR
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Planning, the Social Sciences, Public Health, Public Administration, or a directly related field, PLUS at least four (4) years of supervisory work experience in the planning, development, and implementation of public policies in the areas of homelessness, affordable rental, and homeownership

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on the information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resources staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow all required employment/hiring plan provisions, federal, state, and local laws, and collective bargaining agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience, the City of Chicago has adopted ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States, residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA), and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

The City of Chicago is committed to providing fair chance hiring and welcomes applicants with past convictions, recognizing the value of a diverse workforce and the potential for growth and positive change.

Job Posting

Job Posting: Feb 11, 2025, 6:01:00 AM | Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External: Feb 26, 2025, 5:59:00 AM