Chief Of Staff Jobs

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Alderperson Andre Vasquez
40th Ward, City of Chicago
Description: This position leads the development and implementation of Alderperson Vasquez’s vision for the ward including constituent services strategies and community engagement (Participatory Budgeting, etc.). This individual will manage and direct activities of staff; coordinate activities of the Ward Office with committee offices, the public, and the media; maintain official records; and act as the office’s principal liaison. They are available to work frequent nights and weekends, maintain a flexible schedule for community events and report directly to Alderperson Vasquez.
Responsibilities:
Directly supervising office employees; carry out responsibilities in accordance with office policy and applicable laws. Responsibilities include onboarding and performance management of employees; planning, assigning and directing work; overseeing hiring processes.
Acting as Alderperson Vasquez’s principal liaison with elected officials, City of Chicago staff, intergovernmental agencies, community groups, and stakeholders; serve as a formal spokesperson for the Alder.
Managing communications funnel (newsletter, aldermanic statements, social media, press releases and media inquiries, website)
Being responsible for the day-to-day office management, including discretionary budget and ward and city issued general email inboxes
Supporting office staff as needed with special projects and constituent service requests.
Performing other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Resident of Chicago, IL.
Understanding of the 40th Ward and demonstrated experience in municipal political processes.
Ability to perform duties in a good working relationship with the Alderperson, staff, and constituents, with a temperament to communicate in a tactful pleasant and human-first manner
Personnel management experience, knowledge of equitable office policies, best practices, and procedures.
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment, with careful attention to detail and to work well under pressure and in stressful situations
Desired Qualifications:
Bilingual in Spanish, Hindi/Urdu and/or any Top 10 languages spoken in Chicago
Experience working at a City of Chicago Department, Office or Council Committee
Demonstrated experience with Airtable, Salesforce, Google Suite, ArcGIS, Mailchimp, and Social Media platforms
Budgeting, Invoicing and Billing competency
Compensation:
Position is full-time: $72,000 /year with position with City of Chicago benefits, paid vacation and sick time
How to apply:
Complete the form and upload resume, cover letter and writing sample at bit.ly/WorkWithAldVasquez
Applications will be accepted through June 18th, 2023
The office of Alderperson Andre Vasquez is an equal opportunity employer that values diverse experiences and perspectives. Candidates must meet all requirements for employment by the city.