Senior Director, Government & Housing Policy

Housing Authority of Cook County; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Housing Authority of Cook County seeks a Senior Director of Intergovernmental Affairs to lead government relations, legislative strategy, housing policy, and external engagement. You will advise executives, monitor policy developments, and coordinate cross-departmental initiatives to advance affordable housing and community development.

The role represents the Authority with officials and agencies, building coalitions and directing major projects while ensuring compliance with ethics and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required.
• Eight+ years progressive government relations or public policy experience.
• Experience advising executive leadership and leading cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute federal, state, county, and municipal legislative strategies.
• Monitor legislation, regulations, and funding actions affecting the Authority.
• Advise leadership on major governmental developments and strategic implications.
• Prepare legislative positions, advocacy materials, briefings, and testimony.
• Build relationships with elected officials, government agencies, and community organizations.
• Lead enterprise initiatives requiring cross-departmental or intergovernmental coordination.

Skills

Government relations

Public policy

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Negotiation

Cross-functional leadership

Policy analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration, political science, public policy, urban planning, communications, business administration, or related field

Master’s degree in public administration, public policy, urban planning, business administration, law, or related field

Job description

Housing Authority of Cook County seeks a Senior Director of Intergovernmental Affairs to lead government relations, legislative strategy, housing policy, and external engagement. You will advise executives, monitor policy developments, and coordinate cross-departmental initiatives to advance affordable housing and community development.

The role represents the Authority with officials and agencies, building coalitions and directing major projects while ensuring compliance with ethics and