Policy Manager
Summary
In March 2010, The Cook County Department of Public Health was awarded $16 million in federal “Communities Putting Prevention to Work” (CPPW) stimulus funds to combat obesity in suburban Cook County through policy, systems and environmental change. Active Transportation Alliance has been contracted to provide training, transportation planning and other technical assistance services for this high profile, national project through March 2012, focusing on increasing opportunities for daily physical activity through walking, bicycling and transit use. Under the general supervision of the Director of Education and Public Affairs, the Policy Manager’s primary responsibility is to develop and execute a strategy for winning policy advancements at the local, county, regional and state levels. This includes policy research, development and customization; community engagement and education; and assistance with implementation and funding.
Essential Duties and Accountabilities
Policy Development
• Research specific transportation policy areas including non-motorized planning, Complete Streets, Safe Park Zones, local development codes, bicycle parking mandates, school wellness policies, school siting, facility joint use agreements and health impact assessments
• Coordinate with partner agencies, organizations and on policy alignment and strategy
• Develop policy briefs, presentations and other communication and marketing materials
• Craft customized policy language for individual communities
• Promote policy adoption among local and regional governments and school districts
• Identify funding sources to support policy implementation
Community Engagement and Policy Promotion
• Work to achieve policy buy-in from sub-regional councils of government and educational agencies
• Conduct public input activities to build support for policy initiatives
• Educate local officials and stakeholders
Policy Implementation
• Identify and direct communities to available funding sources
• Identify and enable necessary training, resources and support
• Participate in program evaluation and assessment activities
Other Duties and Responsibilities
• Participate in Active Trans obligatory organizational events and activities
• Attend meetings for overall Communities Putting Prevention to Work project
Qualifying Experience
• A passion for the transformational nature of bicycling, walking and transit on community livability and sustainability.
• A commitment to Active Transportation Alliance mission, vision and goals.
• Demonstrated policy development experience at local, county, regional or state level.
• Superior communication skills, including written, presentational and public relations.
• Bachelor’s degree required
Preferred Experience
• A minimum of 2-4 years experience working at local, county, regional or state government in a related field.
• Masters degree in Public Administration, Public Policy or Urban Planning; JD or other relevant education.
For consideration:
Send a resume and cover letter to jobs@activetrans.org [1]. You must include the words “Policy Manager” in the subject line. Electronic submissions only, no mailed or faxed submissions will be considered.
Please direct any questions or concerns to jobs@activetrans.org [1]. No phone calls, please.
Start Date: July 6, 2010
Term: This is a full-time position ending no later than March 31, 2012. The position will be based at the Active Transportation Alliance office in Chicago’s River North community.
Salary and Benefits
Up to $40,000 per year depending upon experience and skills. The Active Transportation Alliance offers a progressive benefit program that includes health, dental, and retirement options.
Deadline
This position is open until filled. For priority consideration, please submit application no later than June 11, 2010.
The Active Transportation Alliance is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, sex or age.
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Source URL: http://www.activetrans.org/jobs/policy-manager
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