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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.

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Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Accommodations- UIC Law, Chicago

Title: Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Accommodations- UIC Law

Type: Full-time

Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: $65,000 - $72,000

The Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Accommodations serves as the Law School's principle liaison with the UIC Disability Resource Center and law students with accommodations. The Assistant Director assists law students in navigating the process of seeking accommodations, coordinates implementation of all student disability accommodations at the law school, including direct student contact and coordination of classroom and exam accommodations, and liaising with the Disability Resource Center, faculty, and administration.

Apply here.

Information Coordinator, Department of Planning and Development

Title: Information Coordinator

Type: Full-time

Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: Starting Salary: $80,232

Under general supervision, performs project management and professional urban planning of a complex nature, typically requiring both the coordination of redevelopment and land sale projects from applications to implementation relating to the revitalization of communities, and performing long-range planning and land use analysis, data gathering, community engagement activities, and related duties as required.
 

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City Planner, Department of Planning and Development, City of Chicago

Title: City Planner V 

Type: Full-time

Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: Starting Salary: $80,472.00

Under general supervision, performs project management and professional urban planning of a complex nature, typically requiring both the coordination of redevelopment and land sale projects from applications to implementation relating to the revitalization of communities, and performing long-range planning and land use analysis, data gathering, community engagement activities, and related duties as required.
 

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Project Coordinator, Department of Planning and Development, City of Chicago

 Title: Project Coordinator

Type: Full-time
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: Starting Salary: $73,140

Under general direction, conduct research and analysis of community outreach strategies and intergovernmental engagement opportunities to support policy initiatives targeting specific populations served by city departments. Provides strategic insights on communications and policy matters impacting these groups. Oversee the development and execution of communications strategies, including public information materials and outreach efforts in collaboration with Alderpersons and their staff, to advance city programs and services. Performs other related duties as required.
 

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Policy Analyst, City of Chicago

Title: Policy Analyst

Type: Full-time
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: Starting Salary: $74,244 annually

Under direction, this position is responsible for legislative issues for the department impacting 9-1-1 operations and emergency management (local, state, and federal), as well as oversight of OEMC's components of the Consent Decree, general research, internal and external matters of policy, and projects as assigned..


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Director of Threat Management and Prevention, Chicago

Title: Director of Threat Management and Prevention
Type: Full-time, on-site
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: $110,000 to $125,000


Management Analyst, Batavia, IL

Title: Management Analyst, Batavia, IL

Type: Full-time, on-site
Location: Batavia, IL
Pay: 
$79112.00 - $109084.00 Salary/year

The Management Analyst performs a variety of professional, technical, and analytical project-based support to the Public Works Department in collaboration with other members of the Public Works’ leadership team.  This position assists with handling of confidential information, FOIA response, project management, analysis of data, generation and presentation of reports, budget, data and asset management along with policy research and development and maintaining professional public relations with the community and outside agencies.  This position acts as a city liaison for various external partners.  This position requires a high level of discretion, managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment and the ability to work under minimal supervision.


Innovation Strategist (Information Technology), Schaumburg, IL

Title: Innovation Strategist (Information Technology)

Type: Full-time, on-site
Location: Schaumburg, IL
Pay: 
$93,031.00 - $134,895.00 

The Innovation Strategist leads the exploration, design, and implementation of forward-thinking ideas, business models, and processes to improve the experience of residents, businesses, and visitors. Working with a high level of independence, this role fosters a culture of creativity, cross-department collaboration, and continuous improvement aligned with the Village’s strategic goals. Blending modern technologies with human-centered design and facilitation methods, the Innovation Strategist uncovers efficiency opportunities, develops value-driven solutions, and builds strong cases for change. The role works closely with executive leadership to address complex, high-impact challenges and plays a key part in transitioning ideas from concept to execution. Beyond project launch, the strategist supports implementation, ensures a smooth handoff to operational teams, and monitors results to guide refinements. This is a highly collaborative, on-site role that engages with leaders, staff, and external stakeholders across the organization.

Executive Director for COM Administration and Operations, University of Illinois Chicago

 Title: Executive Director for COM Administration and Operations, University of Illinois Chicago

Type: Full-time, on-site
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: 
$125,000 – $175,000

This position serves as Chief of Staff to the Executive Dean of the College of Medicines and CEO of the University of Illinois Hospitals and Clinics and is as a member of the senior management team, with authority over a wide range of management and technical assignments. This position provides UI COM with executive leadership, liaises with other senior officials, and manages external relationships and partnerships. S/he assures communication and integration across the enterprise enabling effective decision making. S/he will also be assigned special projects that may be either recurring or non-recurring in nature.


Associate Director, Capital and Financial Planning, University of Illinois Chicago

Title: Associate Director, Capital and Financial Planning, University of Illinois Chicago

Type: Full-time, on-site
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: 
$105,000-$120,000

The Associate Director of Capital & Financial Planning leads the development, implementation, and management of UIC's integrated long-range capital and operating budget, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and infrastructure priorities. Serving as the primary liaison between the Vice Chancellor for Finance and the Vice Chancellor for Administrative Services, the role also oversees university-wide cost studies, supports service rate development, and contributes to cost accounting efforts across academic and administrative units. This position plays a key role in advancing data-informed decision-making, promoting fiscal accountability, and supporting the long-term financial sustainability of the University.



Technical Assistant – Transportation Team, Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission (NIRPC), Portage, Indiana

Title: Technical Assistant – Transportation Team, Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission (NIRPC)

Location: Portage, Indiana

Type: Full-time, on-site with opportunities for remote work
Location: Portage, IN
Pay: 
$
40,000 to $45,000 annually

The Technical Assistant is responsible for supporting the Transportation Team’s planning initiatives associated with NIRPC’s role as the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties in Indiana. The selected candidate will:

 

Collect Data Outdoors

·         Collaborate with NIRPC and Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) to identify traffic count locations and develop traffic count schedules

·         Install and retrieve outdoor automated roadway and trail traffic data collection devices on roadways and multi-use trails

·         Document physical features of sidewalk locations and quality, bicycle lane locations and quality, roadway pavement conditions, etc.

·         Collect travel time data in peak (6am – 9am and 3pm – 7pm) and off-peak hours (9am – 3pm)

·         Maintain personal safety when collecting data and be available to be contacted by others on NIRPC staff via mobile phone when in the field

·         Assist with other in-field data collection for the Transportation or Environment Team as required

 

Maintain Data Collection Equipment, Supplies, and Vehicle

·         Monitor and report the condition of roadway and trail traffic data collection devices

·         Conduct physical inventories of traffic data collection devices

·         Maintain and make minor repairs to traffic data collection devices

·         Arrange for maintenance and repairs of traffic data collection devices

·         Maintain the NIRPC vehicle used for in-field data collection (bring for tune-ups, tire rotations, oil changes, etc.)

 

At the Office Duties

·         Assist in maintaining the database of traffic counts collected

·         Download count data from field collection devices to NIRPC and INDOT databases

·         Share data for planning activities and for display on NIRPC website

·         Assist in the preparation of reports with collected data for internal and external users

·         Respond to inquiries pertaining to roadway and trail data

·         Deliver planning documents to interested parties

·         Assist in the development of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) work products

·         Other duties as assigned

 

To be considered for this position, please submit all requested files to:


Meredith Stilwell, Director of Administration
Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission
6100 Southport Road
Portage, IN 46368-6409
219-254-2525   

mstilwell@nirpc.org

 

·         A carefully written cover letter (single page),

·         Resume (no longer than two pages), and

·         Contact information for at least two professional references.

 

Application materials should be submitted to NIRPC no later than June 20, 2025. However, the position will remain open until filled to find the candidate with the best fit among professional qualifications, experience, and suitability to NIRPC’s mission.

Project Management Office (PMO) Lead, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)

Title: Project Management Office (PMO) Lead, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)

Type: Full-time, on-site
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: 
$88,651.73 To $113,030.90 Annually

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking an Project Management Office (PMO) Lead to provide high-level project management support to the agency. CMAP is a mission-driven agency serving the 284 municipalities and 7 counties of northeastern Illinois as the region’s comprehensive planning organization. As the region’s Metropolitan Planning Organization, CMAP is routinely asked to solve complex challenges, involving multiple stakeholders and unique solutions. The successful candidate will assist CMAP staff’s scoping and management of a wide range of projects that produce plans, white papers, policy documents and data solutions.  

This is a new position that will be a guiding force in implementing Collaborative Project Management and a new ERP system (D365) to track projects. The ideal candidate for this position will have at least six years of related experience supporting multiple, small- and large-scale projects from initiation through close-out. This person would have advanced knowledge of project management principles, preferably in a cross divisional/matrix management setting. CMAP is looking for an organized, flexible team player willing to guide project teams and be proactive in addressing challenges.  


 

Analyst/Senior Analyst or Planner/Senior Planner, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)

Title: Analyst/Senior Analyst or Planner/Senior Planner, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)

Type: Full-time, on-site
Location: Chicago, IL

Pay:     Hiring Range for Planner/Analyst: $69, 769.35-$85,467.39 

              Hiring Range for Senior Planner/Senior Analyst: $77,087.78-$98,286.78 

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire two planners or policy analysts to contribute to regional planning and policy projects in northeastern Illinois. The ideal candidates for these positions will demonstrate thorough knowledge of public policy, urban and regional planning practice, and an understanding of transportation, environmental, social, and land use considerations in planning.  

 

Planner, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)

Title: Planner, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP)

Type: Full-time, on-site
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: 
$69,769.35 To $85,467.39 Annually

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire a full-time employee at the Planner level in the Planning Department. We are interested in applicants in the field of planning with experience and subject matter expertise in general transportation and land use planning, particularly connecting that work to policy and regulations, economic development efforts, infrastructure planning, and grant funding. Additionally, we are interested in applicants that have familiarity with R analysis, Excel pivot tables, advancing GIS skills, and general data collection, analysis, and storytelling.