Tax Policy Analyst - Cook County, IL

COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Tax Policy Analyst - Opportunity in Chicago

The Cook County Office of the President is seeking a Tax Policy Analyst to join our team.
Cook County offers great benefits and the chance to participate in a strong tradition of public
service. Cook County is home to more than five million residents, roughly 45% of Illinois’
population. Cook County Government provides a range of vital services and programs that enhance
the quality of life for residents across the region. These services range from health care to urban
planning. Cook County is committed to empowering its employees to bring our constituents the
best that public service has to offer.

Under the direction of the Director of Tax Policy, assists in policy research and development.
Contributes to the development of memoranda and recommendations relevant to state and local
government and community stakeholders. Assists with property tax data collection, policy
development, policy analysis, and policy presentations. Responds to requests from policy lead,
community agencies, and the public for subject matter population data and reports. Develops and
implements policy and provides recommendations concerning inefficient procedures to develop
more effective work methods. Assists with the development and implementation of strategic plans
while providing administrative support to the Director and any working groups established to assist
in the areas of assessment and tax policy.

How do I apply?

Please submit a Cover letter and Resume to Shakmanexemptapplications@cookcountyil.gov.

When are Resumes due?

Until Filled.

SNAPSHOT OF COOK COUNTY:

• Cook County employs over 22,000 employees who work in a variety of skilled jobs and

trades.

• Health Care – Cook County established the nation’s first blood bank in 1937. Cook County

Hospital was the first to have a dedicated unit for trauma services. Today our healthcare

system treats more cancer patients than any other provider in the metropolitan area.

• Technology – Cook County’s Bureau of Technology provides technology support to Cook

County offices and employees, with its wide area network providing service to more than 120

municipalities.

• Courts – Cook County oversees one of the nation’s largest unified criminal and civil justice

system and administers the largest single jail site in the country.

• Highway – Cook County maintains almost 600 miles of roads and highways.

• Land – Cook County assesses the value of more than 1.5 million parcels of taxable land and

collects and distributes tax funds as a service for local government taxing bodies.

• Safety – Cook County provides vital services to local government, from conducting elections

in suburban areas to offering 911 services in unincorporated areas and municipalities.

Location:

Located in the Loop District of downtown Chicago, one of the most formidable business districts in
the world, the area has an astounding number of cultural foundations, stunning parks such as
Millennial Park and Maggie Daley Park, steps away from the Chicago Riverwalk, award-winning
restaurants and plenty of shopping!
In addition, Chicago is serviced by multiple bus and train lines for public transportation from the
suburbs to the city, taxis are plentiful, public parking garages for motorist, and bicycle share rentals
and local bike lanes for bicyclist.

Benefits:

Cook County employees have access to a variety of benefits, including:

• Medical and Pharmacy Plans

• Dental Plans

• Vision Plan

• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health Care and Dependent Care

• Life Insurance – Group Term and Supplemental Life

• Commuter Benefits

• Pre-paid Legal Services

• Retirement Benefits

• Competitive Base Pay

Post Offer testing:

This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background

check, drug screen and medical examination.

PURSUANT TO EXECUTIVE ORDER 2021-1 AND COOK COUNTY’S MANDATORY COVID-

19 VACCINATION POLICY, THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED

TO EITHER SUBMIT PROOF OF FULL VACCINATION OR A REQUEST FOR

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION PRIOR TO THE START OF

EMPLOYMENT. PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING HYPERLINKS FOR THE FULL TEXT OF

EXECUTIVE ORDER 2021-1 AND THE COOK COUNTY MANDATORY COVID-19

VACCINATION POLICY.

EXECUTIVE ORDER 2021-1

Pursuant to the Shakman Consent Decree, Supplemental Relief Order and the Cook County Personnel

Rules, this position is exempt from the County’s career service rules, is at-will and political reasons or

factors may be considered when taking any employment action. As an employee in a Shakman exempt

position, if you do not currently live in Cook County, you will have six (6) months from date of hire to

establish actual residency within Cook County.