LEAD PROGRAM MANAGER (COOK COUNTY LAND BANK AUTHORITY)

Cook County Government; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment with telecommu

Medical, Dental, and Vision

PSLF eligibility

Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

Job summary

Cook County Government seeks a Lead Program Manager to drive program development, oversee day-to-day operations, and execute technical aspects of initiatives. You will coordinate with leadership across bureaus to implement strategic plans and performance reporting, while guiding sub-recipients and ensuring policy compliance.

Data entry for accomplishments and closeouts will be part of the role, along with staff guidance as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required with relevance to the field.
• Experience in planning, policy and compliance is essential.
• Ability to manage programs from initiation through closeout.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver on organizational objectives through program development and day-to-day operations.
• Collaborate with leadership to oversee programs and strategic plans.
• Provide guidance and oversee data entry for accomplishments and project closeout.

Skills

Policy planning

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills

Confidential information handling

Program management

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

LEAD PROGRAM MANAGER (COOK COUNTY LAND BANK AUTHORITY)

Requisition ID

00139551

Job Posting

Sep 17, 2026, 10:26:35 PM

Closing Date

Oct 9, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

Full-time Shift

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

Organization

Offices Under the President

Work Locations

Cook County Administration 69 W. Washington

Departments

• Cook County Offices
• Under The President
• Administrative Hearings
• Auditor
• Bureau of Administration
• Bureau of Economic Development
• Bureau of Finance
• Bureau of Human Resources
• Bureau of Technology
• Facilities
• Office of the President

Job Summary

Plan and deliver on organization objectives through program development, management of day-to-day program operations, and technical execution of programs. Collaborate with Bureau/Department leadership to oversee programs and special initiatives in the development, coordination, submission, and implementation of various strategic plans and performance reports. Manage all aspects of Bureau/Department programs from initiation through closeout. Provide oversight and technical assistance to sub-recipients or assisted business and development entities. Oversee policy manual development, revisions, and implementations in coordination with functional areas. Coordinate the entry of accomplishment data, project completion, and program closeout data in systems. Provide guidance for others in program management and delegate work, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher
• Five(5) years of program management, project management, or directly related experience is required or
• Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance is required.

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 an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE).

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 the required document.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of planning, policy, and compliance policies, processes, and procedures and knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing, to internal departments and external agencies, as appropriate, for the needs of the audience.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to lead organization objectives through program development, guidance of day-to-day program operations, and advanced execution of a program.
• Ability to lead collaborative teaming within and across a program.
• Ability to lead program direction and goal achievement, and manage finances, stakeholders, and governance.

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 PREFERENCE

When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• Identify themselves as a veteran on their employment application by answering yes to the question “Are you a military veteran?”
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) at time of application filing. If you have multiple DD 214s, 215s, or NGB 22s, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (before 911) or the Department of Homeland Security (after 911).

Veteran must provide original applicable discharge papers at time of interview.

Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• 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: $101,509 - $117,778/Yearly

This is a safety sensitive 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. 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.

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

*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.