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$127k–$156k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree, professional certificate
Posted 50d ago
~38 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Director will shape the agency's transportation policy direction and guide complex planning and implementation programs. They will lead a high-performing team and translate regional goals into actionable strategies.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in public policy or urban planning and at least 10 years of professional experience in planning and policy analysis. Proven experience in project and personnel management is mandatory.
Full job description
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire a full-time employee at the Director level in the Regional Policy and Implementation (RPI) division. The RPI Director will be a senior leader responsible for shaping the agency’s transportation policy direction, guiding complex planning and implementation programs, and managing a high performing team that delivers impactful regional work. The role leads development of strategic transportation policies, oversees program and project execution to ensure high-quality, timely outcomes, and directs staff through clear communication, coaching, and effective management practices. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who can translate regional goals into actionable strategies while advancing a collaborative, innovative, and mission driven work culture.
Education and/or Experience Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in public policy, urban planning, or related field.
10 years professional experience in urban planning, policy analysis, content development,
research, data collection, analysis, and public outreach.
Project management and personnel management experience required.
Master’s degree and AICP and/or PMP certification preferred.
Staff management experience required.
Hiring Range is $127,331.67-$155,981.53
To be considered for this position please upload a cover letter in PDF format with the file labeled CMAP_RPI1120
CMAP employees work a reduced work week of 37.5 hours and a flexible hybrid work schedule at the Old Post Office located at 433 West Van Buren in Chicago, IL. This position is benefit eligible. To learn more about our compensation and benefit offerings please visit our career page here https://cmap.illinois.gov/about/careers/.
CMAP is a mission-driven agency serving the 284 municipalities and 7 counties of northeastern Illinois as the region’s comprehensive planning organization.
CMAP is the comprehensive planning organization for the seven counties and 284 communities of northeastern Illinois.
Industry
Public Policy Offices
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2005
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
10,211
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is our region’s comprehensive planning organization. The agency and its partners developed and are implementing ON TO 2050, a new comprehensive regional plan to help the seven counties and 284 communities of northeastern Illinois implement strategies that address transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the environment, and other quality-of-life issues.
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Offices: 433 W Van Buren St., Suite 450, Chicago, Illinois 60607, US
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