Chief of Staff plans and directs all administrative, financial, and operational activities for the organization's President, CEO or other executive. Organizes and prioritizes critical issues and required information for the executive to facilitate efficient decision making. Being a Chief of Staff acts as a point of contact or gatekeeper between top management and other stakeholders. Provides oversight and guidance to projects of high importance. Additionally, Chief of Staff may act as an advisor to the chief executive. May be responsible for the management of executive support staff. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to CEO or executive. The Chief of Staff manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Chief of Staff typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Agency: Human Rights Commission
Closing Date/Time: 05/08/2024
Salary: $102,000-$117,000/annually
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Cook; DuPage; Grundy; Kane; Kendall; Lake; McHenry; Will
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU:None
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Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Human Rights Commission must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.
The Illinois Human Rights Commission (Commission) is looking to hire a new Chief of Staff. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the incumbent will perform advanced analysis, planning, projections and reporting of key performance indicators and metrics. Additionally, the incumbent will participate in outreach and engagement of critical audiences including the general public, the statewide legal community and other units of local, state and federal government both independently, and in support of agency senior staff and Commissioners. The Commission is strongly committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from under-represented group members, including, but not limited to, people of color, LGBTQIA individuals, veterans, women, and persons with disabilities. Interested applicants with a passion for sound public policy and a commitment to government service should apply today.
1. Subject to management approval, serves as Chief of Staff and confidential assistant to the Executive Director of the Human Rights Commission. Performs a variety of administrative functions, most of which are highly critical, confidential, and sensitive in nature.
2. Serves as a technical expert for agency-specific e-filing and case management systems of record, making policy and technical recommendations for choosing specific products for use, deployment, major modifications, or expansion.
3. Independently performs complex management operations analysis functions for the Commission for either a major segment of a complex agency-wide management operations study or plan or develops and executes a limited agency-wide study with responsibility for independent analysis of significant agency problems or questions to create effective strategies and to improve overall operational efficiency of the Commission.
4. Provides technical assistance and consultation for other bureaus, sections, and units within the agency concerning the determination of appropriate scientific methodologies, evaluative techniques, and project monitoring techniques.
5. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
1. Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, with coursework in areas such as quantitative and analytical analysis, economic theory, accounting and finance, organizational theory, operations research and program evaluation.
2. Requires prior experience equivalent to four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization
1. Prefers a master’s or doctoral degree in business management/administration, information technology, public policy, or public administration.
2. Prefers working knowledge of research practices and techniques, data analytics technologies and best practices, electronic information technology operations and the way they are utilized in operations analysis.
3. Prefers at least one (1) year experience in presenting complex concepts and ideas clearly, both orally and in writing, with audiences including the public, executive and legislative branch authorities.
4. Prefers at least one (1) year professional experience in a state executive branch, legislative, judicial or quasi-judicial work environment.
5. Prefers working knowledge of administrative and legislative processes in state government.
1. Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
2. This position requires the use of agency supplied material/equipment (i.e., cell phone, laptop, etc.).
3. Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be required/mandated to work overtime, including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.
The Illinois Human Rights Commission (“Commission”) is an administrative court system with offices in Chicago and Springfield. The Commission has statewide responsibility and acts as an impartial forum for resolving allegations of discrimination that are asserted under the Illinois Human Rights Act (“Act”). The Act prohibits discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment, and retaliation against individuals in employment, real estate transactions, access to credit, public accommodations, and education.
We are also responsible for educating and informing the public about the Act and the work of the Illinois Human Rights Commission. In furtherance of our mission, we provide professional, competent, and considerate service to everyone who seeks information from us or who has a case before the Commission.
Work Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm
Work Location: 160 N La Salle St Chicago, IL 60601-3130
Agency Contact: Samantha Judd
Email: samantha.judd@illinois.gov
Phone #:217-785-4395
Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Leadership & Management; Legal, Audit & Compliance
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
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