OVERVIEW
The Bureau of Economic Development seeks a Deputy Director of Communications. This role directs, and coordinates all communication activities including media, voice, video, website data and supervision of staff within the Bureau of Economic Development. The Deputy Director of Communications is responsible for drafting and review of internal and/or external communications, providing information to the public, other County Departments, Bureaus or agencies, and the press or other media relative to points of information, programs, policies, procedures, processes, operations and other relevant information regarding the county-wide services.
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:
SNAPSHOT OF COOK COUNTY:
Ø Cook County employs over 22,000 employees who work in a variety of skilled jobs and trades.
Ø Highway – Cook County maintains almost 600 miles of roads and highways.
Ø 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.
Ø 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 motorist, and bicycle share rentals and local bike lanes for bicyclist.
ROLE SUMMARY
Serves as the Deputy Director of Communications. Responsible for drafting and review of internal and/or external communications, providing information to the public, other County Departments, Bureaus or agencies, and the press or other media relative to points of information, programs, policies, procedures, processes, operations and other relevant information regarding the county-wide services. Coordinates with the President’s Office in the management of its communications and the time and manner of policy and/or operational communications. Provides accurate and supportive press coverage of efforts and accomplishments of the Department/Bureau and coordinating agencies thereof as required. Works directly with the President’s communications team to authorize any quotes or statements to be issued by the Department/Bureau or the President or his/her designee. Assists in drafting communications and correspondence or reviews such communications on behalf of the President or Department/Bureau Head or his/her designees and assists in drafting newsletters, resolutions, congratulatory letters, press releases or proclamations as directed. May speak on behalf of or for the Department/Bureau Head, as necessary and approved by the President’s Department of Public Affairs and Communications. Assists the Office of the President in the response of Freedom of Information requests.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, PLUS a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in corporate communications in the public or private sector; OR possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of a bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations or Journalism from an accredited college or university.
Prior supervisory and management experience. Professional work experience in public relations fields.
HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a Resume and Cover letter to [email protected]
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.
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