Immediate Opening for Planning Liaison
The Will County Governmental League (WCGL), one of the metropolitan Chicago
regional Councils of Government (COGs) is seeking applications for the position of
Planning Liaison. This entry level, full-time position will be engaged in the WCGL’s
Transportation and Member programs. The WCGL represents 35 member
communities in one of the fastest growing counties in the country. Will County is
located approximately 40 miles southwest of Chicago, has an area of 837 square
miles, and a population of over 750,000.
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in managing the WCGL
Surface Transportation Program (STP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
and running training opportunities. Managing the STP program includes supervising
the preparation and processing of League members applications for federal funding,
recommending priorities for various federally funded projects and maintaining
records on STP funds allocated to and expended by the League through the program.
The WCGL is responsible for the programming of all federal and state funded
transportation projects in the regions Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
The Planning Liaison will assist in active program management for projects in the TIP.
The position will regularly coordinate with the Illinois Department of Transportation
(IDOT) and the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) to keep the TIP
accurate and projects on schedule.
This position will also be responsible for primary staffing of the WCGL’s Public Works
Training Program. The Planning Liaison will organize local and web based training
opportunities related to public works and transportation.
A degree in planning, public administration, political science, or related field required.
Knowledge of regional transportation and planning related issues is desired, and local
knowledge is helpful. A successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills for
interactions with elected officials and the business community, as well as strong
organizational skills with the ability to multi-task. Regional travel required. This is an
entry-level position with a compensation package based on the individual
qualifications of the candidate.
Please submit a cover letter and resume by email to apply@wcgl.org by September
29, 2017. This position is available immediately.
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