Lead Environmental and Sustainability Program Manager

The Lead Environmental and Sustainability Program Manager at Cook County Government in Chicago, IL, will oversee program development and management of environmental initiatives. Responsibilities include grant writing, data collection, and providing technical assistance to sub-recipients. Candidates need a bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience. This full-time position requires effective communication and project management skills, with a salary range of $109,897 - $121,258 annually.
Job Description - LEAD ENVIRONMENTAL AND SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM MANAGER (DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY) - ACTIVELY RECRUITED


Job Summary
Plan and deliver on organization objectives through program development, management of day-to-day program operations, and technical execution of environment and sustainability programs. Manage new programs, initiatives, and resource/tool development, including grant writing. Participate in data collection and data submittal via the Set Targets Achieve Results (STAR) performance measurement initiative. Coordinate oversight and technical assistance to sub‑recipients or assisted businesses, local governments, and residents. Promote local and regional sustainability strategies and plans through the development and management of programs.


Requisition ID
00139050


Work Location
Cook County Administration, 69 W. Washington


Work Hours
Full-time Shift Start Time: 8:30 A.M. Shift End Time: 4:30 P.M.


Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree or higher AND
Five (5) years in environment or sustainability program coordination/management, or directly related experience is required.
Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.

This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre‑employment background check process.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning and resource allocation. Knowledge of the county's sustainability goals and plans and knowledge of environment and sustainability programs, tools, and trends.
Skill in effectively communicating both verbally and in writing to internal departments and external agencies, as appropriate, for the needs of the audience.
Skill in executing project management concepts, including managing and monitoring scopes, schedules, and budgets. Skill in collecting, analyzing, interpreting and applying data to major plans and program proposals.
Ability to analyze and provide a summary of program progress to the appropriate authorities for approval.
Ability to set appropriate program and performance goals and facilitate goal accomplishments.
Ability to enable collaborative teaming and oversee the work of a program.
Ability to lead organization objectives through program development, guidance of day-to-day program operations, and advanced execution of a program.
Ability to lead collaborative teaming within and across a program.
Ability to lead program direction and goal achievement, and manage finances, stakeholders, and governance.

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.


Benefits Package

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
You may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Salary Range
$109,897 - $121,258 Yearly


EEO Statement
Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.