Deputy Bureau Chief, Asset Management (Bureau OF Asset Management) - Shakman Exempt

OVERVIEW

The Cook County Bureau of Asset Management is seeking a Deputy Bureau Chief, Asset Management, responsible for supporting the development and coordination of asset management strategies, policies, procedures, and administrative functions. It assists in establishing operational protocols, recommending budgets, supervising personnel, and managing day‑to‑day activities. The position also helps oversee major projects and programs, provides direction on key initiatives, and prepares reports or analyses requested by senior leadership to ensure effective and aligned asset management operations.

Cook County offers great benefits and the chance to participate in a strong tradition of public service. Cook County is home to more than five million residents, roughly 45% of Illinois' population. Cook County Government provides a range of vital services and programs that enhance the quality of life for residents across the region. These services range from health care to urban planning. Cook County is committed to empowering its employees to bring our constituents the best that public service has to offer.

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.

WHY PURSUE A CAREER WITH 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:

• Top Tier Medical Benefits: Medical Plans, Prescription Drug Benefit, Dental Plans, Vision Plan and 9 Additional voluntary benefit plans
• Flexible Teleworking Options
• Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of 15 vacation days annually; and Paid sick leave)
• Pension Plan
• Financial Support Programs and Resources: Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts- Dependent Day Care, Commuter Benefits, Discounted Parking, PSLF Eligibility, Deferred Compensation and Education Tuition Stipend
• Health/Wellness Perks: Flexible Spending Accounts-Health Care, Employee Assistance Program and MyHealth Connections wellness program.

SALARY RANGE: $147,100 - $179,800 / YEARLY

SNAPSHOT OF COOK COUNTY

• Serves 5.28 million residents of Chicago and its inner suburbs

• 2nd largest county in America

• Larger than 27 states

• Cook County employs over 22,000 employees who work in a variety of skilled jobs and trades.

• Nearly 80% unionized workforce

• 15 unions represented

• 63 separate collective bargaining agreements

• Highway- Cook County maintains almost 600 miles of roads and highways.

• Land- Cook County assesses the value of more than 1.5 million parcels of taxable land and collects and distributes tax funds as a service for local government taxing bodies.

• Safety- Cook County provides vital services to local government, from conducting elections in suburban areas to offering 911 services in unincorporated areas and municipalities.

LOCATION

Located in the Loop District of downtown Chicago, one of the most formidable business districts in the world, the area has an astounding number of cultural foundations, stunning parks such as Millennial Park and Maggie Daley Park, steps away from the Chicago Riverwalk, award-winning restaurants, and plenty of shopping! In addition, Chicago is serviced by multiple bus and train lines for public transportation from the suburbs to the city, taxis are plentiful, public parking garages for motorists, and bicycle share rentals and local bike lanes for bicyclists.

Job Summary

Assist in designing and developing effective strategies for the efficient and systematic coordination of all activities pertaining to the formulation and implementation of asset management policies, procedures, projects, and bureau administrative functions. Assist in determining and setting policies, protocols, and procedures, as well as recommend budgets, supervise personnel and conduct operations. Assist in the overseeing of major projects, programs, initiatives, and provide direction and conduct various reports as requested by senior leadership.

Typical Job Duties

• Assist in ensuring efficient operation among departments and business units within the bureau and recommend organizational administrative changes as needed.
• Assist senior leadership in the development of asset management strategies, policies, projects, programs and objectives.
• Collaborate with managers, supervisors, consultants, contractors, elected officials and external agencies to coordinate County real estate asset management.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of various asset related programs, policies and projects.
• Assist in overseeing the direction of development and implementation of process related to asset management, including property acquisition, facility management, lease options, and capital projects.
• Leverage expertise in business requirements and strategic planning to influence decisions related to real estate

management.

• Exercise knowledge of business requirements related to strategic plans and initiatives.
• Supervise department progress, providing direction and technical assistance, and approve reports prepared by department staff.
• Assist with evaluating the budget preparation process for department units providing real estate asset management services and operations.
• Responsible for assigned projects requiring oversight at the senior level, and meets with leadership and officials to monitor various projects, assess progress, and convey information.
• Assist senior leadership with program/project management and overseeing of the bureau/departments and projects and initiatives.

Required for all jobs

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher and
• Five (5) years of experience working in real estate, construction management, business administration, 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.
• Eight (8) years of experience in real estate, construction management, or business administration.
• Six (6) years of previous management experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, with excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to conceive and implement new plans, policies, projects, and programs.
• Skilled in project or program management with the ability to monitor and assess the performance of individuals, programs and contracted services.
• Ability to manage a range of functions and provide strategic leadership across multiple areas.
• Knowledge of budgeting procedures and processes.
• Ability to act independently or in collaboration with employees and leaders at all levels and foster team relationships to drive success.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement across multiple functions for highly complex issues to implement strategic solutions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Requirements:

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 Rules, 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.

Please contact shakmanexemptapplications@cookcountyil.gov for inquiries about this position.