Welcome to CUPPA Careers!

The College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs at UIC is the University of Illinois System's home for the study of public policy and contemporary urban challenges. We are CUPPA.

In the heart of Chicago, we offer degrees in fields of study that can change your life and change the world. CUPPA students and alumni are uniquely skilled to build and transform sustainable urban neighborhoods and communities and to address the challenges presented in the 21st century. Find our more about our Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate degrees at cuppa.uic.edu.

Follow our job postings below and our national job tweets at @CUPPACareers. For student internships and student opportunities, head to the CUPPA Student Opportunities Blog

Have a job or internship to post? Send an email with the title, location, job description, and contact information to cuppa@uic.edu

Management Analyst - Community Development Dept. -City of Evanston, IL

Management Analyst
Community Development Department
City of Evanston, IL

 Salary $69,732.00-101,111.00/annually
Job Closing Date 2/14/2017


This position is responsible for planning, managing and coordinating all administrative, financial and operational functions in the Community Development Department. Responsible for the fiscal, budgetary and administrative operations within all divisions of the Community Development Department including, but not limited to, general management and policy/procedure implementation, budgeting and accounting management, report preparation and analysis. Work with Department Director and Management team to facilitate information, coordinate service delivery requests, perform technical implementations, lead joint RFPs, serve as a liaison to Board, Committee and/or Commission and perform special projects/assignments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Specific assignment will include some or all of the following):
  • Leads the department annual budget process with input from the director and division managers.
  • Analyzes monthly, quarterly and annual budget reports for the department.
  • Assesses and identifies cost reduction opportunities through in-depth analysis, proposes and implements cost saving strategies.
  • Reviews invoices, contracts and agreements to ensure compliance with City policies.
  • Performs cost center analysis, proposes and implements fee adjustments.
  • Conducts internal financial audits to monitor compliance with City policies, procedures and the adopted budget.
  • Evaluates Department operational policies and procedures, identifies gaps and inefficiencies and provides recommendations for improvement.
  • Identifies areas that may be of risk to the department and the City at large and leverages a proactive approach towards compliance and risk management.
  • Assists staff with initiating and executing joint RFPs and shared services agreements with other municipalities for economies of scale.
  • Acts as an administrator and supports CD staff with Accela software related matters for permits and licensing functions.
  • Assists with evaluating and implementing new technical software and programs for the Department.
  • Assists with reviewing, recommending and adopting changes to the Department ordinances.
  • Monitors seasonal support staff and intern performance on an on-going basis against department benchmarks and the City’s overarching objectives.
  • Tracks department/division performance against set goals with the director and managers on a quarterly basis. Prepares annual performance reports.
  • Supports department director and division managers with job descriptions, job postings, candidate interviews and employee selection process.
  • Supports department director, division managers and CD staff liaisons with evaluating board, committee and commission processes and procedures.
  • Supports department staff with website updates, online forms, social media marketing and transparency matters.
  • Develops and maintains effective working relationships with colleagues in neighboring municipalities, vendors and other partners.
  • Represents the department at interdepartmental committees, meetings and other functions.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration Finance, or a substantially similar area, possession of Master’s degree is preferred.
  • Must possess three (3) or more years of demonstrated work experience in project management and budgeting.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
  • Excellent verbal, written, communication, presentation and technical skills.
  • Working knowledge of theory, techniques and applications of municipal management.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of residents and City staff and others outside the organization.
  • Ability to learn, understand and incorporate City ordinances, rules, regulations and procedures into daily activities.
  • Ability to speak before audiences with poise, using proper grammar and vocabulary appropriate to the audience.
  • Ability to be self-motivated, disciplined, organized, reliable, Innovative, creative, resourceful and independent thinking.
  • Ability to problem solve, using analytic and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to gather and analyze complex data using statistical methods and cost center analyses.
  • Ability to prepare work assignments, summaries, and reports.
  • Ability to converse in theory, principles, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
  • Considerable knowledge of and proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Publisher, Visio, Accela (Permitting and Licensing Software).
  • Ability to work on multiple projects at one time, some of which may have conflicting deadlines and/or priorities.
  • Ability to identify problems and develop, propose and implement solutions.
  • Ability to facilitate meetings and lead special project teams.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to read, understand and interpret manuals, ordinances, policies and procedures, ordinances, statues, rules, regulations, journals, newspapers, memos, letters, reports, financial reports and legal documents.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to work in a primarily sedentary position.
  • Ability to occasionally use force to exert up to 10 pounds.
  • Ability to lift, carry or otherwise move objects, books, materials, etc. using up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
SUPERVISION:

Work is performed under the general direction of the Community Development Department Director who outlines work assignments, reviews work in progress, and assesses completed work. Work is evaluated at least annually with respect to progress toward achieving goals, leadership, communication skills, customer service, ability to work productively and effectively with employees at all levels of the organization as well as community groups, businesses, and the general public. Considerable independent judgment exercised within framework of the laws, ordinances, regulations and established departmental procedures.

PUBLIC CONTACT:

The Management Analyst has regular and frequent contact with division and department employees, as well as the City Council, committees, boards, and commissions. The position will also deal with general public, other municipalities, vendors and outside agencies.

Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position. Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes, including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact the Facilities Management Office at 847-866-2916 (voice) or 847-448-8052 (TTY).
on