Village of Schaumburg, Innovation Strategist, Information Technology Department

Illinois City / County Management Association (ILCMA); Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Village of Schaumburg seeks an Innovation Strategist for its IT Department. This role focuses on driving improvements through technology and collaboration across departments, ideal for candidates with a relevant degree and substantial experience in project management and analytical roles.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in a business/systems/process analyst role.
• Experience in project management or change management is required.
• Proven record of implementing new business processes and technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovative, data-driven improvements in local government.
• Modernize systems and enhance workflows.
• Support change management through strategic technology initiatives.

Skills

Project Management

Business Analysis

Change Management

Data-Driven Decision Making

Cross-Departmental Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Development

Job description

The Village of Schaumburg, a vibrant community of 78,000 residents located just 30 miles northwest of Chicago, is seeking an experienced and dynamic candidate for the role of Innovation Strategist in the Information Technology Department. This role leads innovative, data-driven improvements in local government by modernizing systems, enhancing workflows, and supporting change management through cross-departmental collaboration and strategic technology initiatives.

The successful candidate will join a high-performing team committed to continuous improvement and public service excellence. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree in information technology, public administration, business, organizational development, or a related field, along with a minimum of three years of experience in a business/systems/process analyst role, project management role, or change management role that required implementing new business processes, technology, and/or innovative solutions that have significant operational, technical, and strategic impact. The salary range for this position is $93,031 – $134,895, depending on qualifications. To learn more and apply, please visit : https://career4.successfactors.com/career?company=Schaumburg