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Coordinating Planner - Chicago Dept. of Transportation (Jan.19 Deadline)

Who: City of Chicago Department of Transportation 

What: Under direction, functions as a project manager responsible for coordinating urban development and revitalization planning projects of a complex nature OR as a senior level, technical expert engaged in researching and managing specialized planning initiatives, and performs related duties as required. Responsibilities include: 
• Coordinates, manages, and provides oversight of the Department’s short-, medium-, and long-range planning, analysis and related research activities encompassing all transportation modes, facilities, users, and systems/networks serving the City. This includes but is not limited to pedestrian, public transit, bicycle, motor vehicle, freight and maritime infrastructure and policies. 
• Provides oversight and management of professional planning staff and consultants conducting federal-, state-, and City-funded multimodal transportation studies and research. The typical value of ongoing transportation planning studies under this position’s oversight exceeds $2 million. 
• Coordinates transportation planning-related activities and communications with: other Divisions within Department such as Engineering, Performance Management, Traffic Safety & Technology, Infrastructure Management; other City Departments such as Planning and Development, Streets & Sanitation, Mayor’s Office; sister agencies such as Chicago Transit Authority, Chicago Park District, Chicago Public Schools; other local and regional transportation agencies such as Metra, Pace, RTA, CMAP, Cook County; and state and federal agencies such as IDOT, Illinois Tollway, USDOT. 
• Leads and/or assists with researching, identifying, applying for, and managing new and ongoing grant funding opportunities for Department programs and capital projects from local, state, federal, and other sources. 
• Ensures that the Department continues to comprehensively plan and prepare for transportation improvements needed to support sustained economic development throughout the City 
• Plans and manages the full scope of planning studies including the design, data collection and implementation of recommendations 
• Establishes and monitors work objectives and time lines of planning projects and oversees private consultants and junior level planners in the conduct of planning studies 
• Participates in and oversees the collection and analysis of related planning data 
• Summarizes and formats collected data and prepares reports for senior management’s review 
• Develops proposed plans for target areas and markets planning and development opportunities to prospective developers 
• Evaluates project proposals for feasibility and conformity with city development goals and objectives, governmental regulations and funding eligibility 
• Coordinates the work efforts of departmental managers, government officials and funding agencies to facilitate the selection and scheduling of capital improvement projects 
• Prepares and oversees staff responsible for the preparation of financial reporting documents to track the awarding and expenditure of funds 
• Conducts site inspections of work in progress to ensure adherence to development plans 
• Generates periodic progress reports of pending and current projects, highlighting issues for management’s attention and to publicize project success 
• Represents the department at public hearings and meetings to discuss proposed planning and redevelopment projects 

Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning, or a directly related field, plus five years of work experience in the development and management of major planning or research studies, including two years of supervisory experience related to the responsibilities of the position, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience provided that the minimum degree requirement is met.  

Benefits: $88,440-$95,760/year.  
Read the full job posting and apply here

COORDINATING PLANNER, Department of Planning and Development - The City of Chicago, IL

COORDINATING PLANNER 

Job Number:

 1441-DPD-2016
 

Description

 
         
       
Coordinating Planner        
         
Department of Planning and Development         
Bureau of Zoning and Land Use, Planned Developments Division         
Number of openings: 1        
         
         
         
Job Announcement        
         
         
The Coordinating Planner guides Planned Developments, Industrial Corridor Map Amendments and Lakefront applications through the rezoning/planned development review process and prepares projects for the Plan Commission hearing and presentation.        
         
DUTIES         
         
  • Evaluate project proposals submitted by prospective developers for feasibility and compliance with City development goals and prepare for review by the planning commission.   
  • Represent the department at public hearings (including Plan Commission) and meetings to discuss proposed planning and redevelopment projects, policies, regulations and procedures to interested members of the public, elected officials and DPD/City staff.   
  • Coordinate planning efforts with other City departments and committees and delegate and governmental agencies.   
  • Act as a liaison with City departments, community organizations, governmental agencies and developers for the purpose of providing expert technical assistance pertaining to project and work plans; compile and prepare narrative summaries and statistical reports of planning activities   
  • Organize and negotiate project terms, including planned development statements, adjustments to the exhibits, zoning analysis and bulk table specifics, assess Lakefront or Industrial Corridor factors as applicable, always working with the applicant in a timely manner to close all issues prior to Plan Commission hearing. 
  • Coordinate efforts with other staff, including other DPD divisions, City Departments and sister agencies, as well as State and Federal agencies.   
  • Conduct site visits and direct field surveys to analyze area and project conditions.
  • Research and respond to internal and public queries, etc., regarding Planned Development and processes.   
  • Other related duties as required   
         
         
         
         
         
         
THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE.        
         
       
       
 

Qualifications

   
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning or a directly related field supplemented by five years of experience in the development and management of major planning or research studies, including two years in a supervisory capacity. 

Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.

NOTE:  You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at time of processing, if applicable.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following: 
  • Professional experience working with Chicago or other municipal zoning code
  • Experience conducting meetings and doing public presentations involving large groups of people
  • Proficiency with GIS mapping
  • Proficiency with Excel
  • Proficiency with desktop publishing such as Microsoft Publisher   
               
NOTE:  To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience.  You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties.  (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.)  If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position.  There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.
   
This position requires applicants to complete an interview which will include a written exercise and/or a skills assessment test as part of the interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected
               
Education & Employment Verification - Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying.  If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation.  If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.   


If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process,please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 (voice) or 312-744-5035 (TTY).   Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.       
          
               


ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.              
                                                                            The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.              
                                             
               
                                                                              City of Chicago                                                         Department of Human Resources              
                                                                                              Rahm Emanuel, Mayor                                                           Soo Choi, Commissioner              
               
               
               
               
               
  
 
                
 

Job Posting

: Dec 17, 2015, 12:01:00 AM | 

Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External

: Dec 31, 2015, 11:59:00 PM
   Salary: $78,504.00 

Pay Basis

:Yearly

COORDINATING PLANNER, CDOT - City of Chicago, IL

COORDINATING PLANNER
Job Number: *262162*

Description

Coordinating Planner

City of Chicago Department of Transportation

Number of Positions:  1


This position is contained within the Livable Streets Section in the
Division of Project Development.  The position is responsible for the
coordination, management, and oversight of planning and capital projects
within the Streetscape and Make Way for People Programs. This position will
manage and implement various initiatives under Make Way for People
including the People Plaza initiative; the development and implementation
of policies including placemaking and environmental guidelines; and urban
design projects including streetscapes, riverwalks and trails.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

  • Plan, manage, and support innovative capital & planning projects for the implantation of CDOT’s Streetscape and placemaking efforts within the Livable Streets Program in compliance with CDOT’s planning policies including Complete Streets Guidelines, Sustainable Urban Infrastructure Guidelines and forthcoming Placemaking Guidelines. 
  • Manage the Make Way for People Program, including review of applications, the People Plaza initiative, marketing and communications, and grant writing and execution. 
  • Work with CDOT staff to ensure projects are coordinated within CDOT and with sister departments. Review plans and specifications for conformity and accuracy. 
  • Evaluate, review and process consultant proposals and contracts. Set up and secure funding and prepare cost estimates. Track contract schedules and implantation. Participate in construction management and closeout. 
  • Work with elected officials, advocacy groups, and the public at large to gather input on projects and policies and setup, attend and present these efforts at public meetings to ensure public awareness and coordination. 
  • Coordinate implementation of projects with State, Federal and County Agencies as required. 
  • See, write and secure grants for funding for a wide range of project types and initiatives. 
  • Support the Livable Streets Director with the implementation and development of placemaking, complete streets, and environmental guidelines and policies. 
  • Work with Law to coordinate easements, use agreements, proposed changes to municipal code and other legal documentation to ensure project delivery. 
  • Manage program budgets and schedules to ensure on time and on budget project delivery of capital projects 
  • Written and oral communications with elected officials, IDOT, the public, and other organizations 
Note:  The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class

Location:  Department of Transportation, 30 N. LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60602
Hours:       8:30am to 4:30pm


 THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE


Qualifications


Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning or a directly related field, plus five years of work experience in the development and management of major planning or research studies, including two years in a supervisory experience related to the responsibilities of the position, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience provided that the minimum degree requirement is met
Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.
Education & Employment Verification:  Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying.  If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.
NOTE:  You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at time of processing.
NOTE:  To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience.  You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties.  (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.)  If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position.  There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.
Selection Requirement:  
This position requires applicants to complete an interview which will include a written exercise as part of the interview.  The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected.
Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:
  • Previous experience in transportation planning
  • Previous experience in physical planning
  • Previous experience in urban design 
VETERANS PREFERENCE NOTE:  The City of Chicago offers Veterans Preference to both current, active military personnel AND military personnel who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received an honorable or general discharge.  Eligible candidates must have at least six months of active duty documented.  In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates need to indicate whether or not they are a veteran by answering “yes” or “no” to the question on the online application that asks, “Are you currently serving on active duty for at least six months in the Armed Forces of theUnited States OR have you served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty for at least six months and received an honorable or general discharge?”  In addition, you must attach documentation to verify your military service.  For veterans, you must attach a copy of your DD214 (Member Copy-4) to your online application which includes character of service status OR a letter from the United States Veterans Administration on official stationary stating dates of service and character of service. For active military personnel, you must attach a letter from your Commanding Officer on official stationary verifying your active duty, length of service, and character of service in the Armed Forces of the United States AND a copy of your military ID to your online application. Failure to answer the question and attach the required documentation will result in you not being considered for the Veterans Preference.
Evaluation:  Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application.  Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant.  No second party applicants will be accepted.
Residency Requirement:  An employee must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago.  Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment. 
If you are disabled and require a reasonable accommodation to file your application, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources at 312-744-4976, TTY: 312-744-5035.  You will be required to provide information regarding your request.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer

 City of Chicago                                    Department of Human Resources
Rahm Emanuel, Mayor                              Soo Choi, Commissioner

Job Posting

: Dec 24, 2014, 12:01:00 AM | 

Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External

: Jan 15, 2015, 11:59:00 PM
BU: 20 | Salary: $81,000 - $91,000 

Pay Basis

:Yearly

COORDINATING PLANNER, City of Chicago - Chicago, IL

COORDINATING PLANNER
City of Chicago - Chicago, IL
Job Number:
262162

Description

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Coordinating Planner

City of Chicago Department of Transportation

Number of Positions:
1

This position is contained within the Livable Streets Section in the Division of Project Development.

The position is responsible for the coordination, management, and oversight of planning and capital projects within the Streetscape and Make Way for People Programs. This position will manage and implement various initiatives under Make Way for People including the People Plaza initiative; the development and implementation of policies including placemaking and environmental guidelines; and urban design projects including streetscapes, riverwalks and trails.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Plan, manage, and support innovative capital & planning projects for the implantation of CDOT’s Streetscape and placemaking efforts within the Livable Streets Program in compliance with CDOT’s planning policies including Complete Streets Guidelines, Sustainable Urban Infrastructure Guidelines and forthcoming Placemaking Guidelines.

Manage the Make Way for People Program, including review of applications, the People Plaza initiative, marketing and communications, and grant writing and execution.

Work with CDOT staff to ensure projects are coordinated within CDOT and with sister departments. Review plans and specifications for conformity and accuracy.

Evaluate, review and process consultant proposals and contracts. Set up and secure funding and prepare cost estimates. Track contract schedules and implantation. Participate in construction management and closeout.

Work with elected officials, advocacy groups, and the public at large to gather input on projects and policies and setup, attend and present these efforts at public meetings to ensure public awareness and coordination.

Coordinate implementation of projects with State, Federal and County Agencies as required.

See, write and secure grants for funding for a wide range of project types and initiatives.

Support the Livable Streets Director with the implementation and development of placemaking, complete streets, and environmental guidelines and policies.

Work with Law to coordinate easements, use agreements, proposed changes to municipal code and other legal documentation to ensure project delivery.

Manage program budgets and schedules to ensure on time and on budget project delivery of capital projects

Written and oral communications with elected officials, IDOT, the public, and other organizations

Note:
The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class

Location: Department of Transportation, 30 N. LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60602

Hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning or a directly related field, plus five years of work experience in the development and management of major planning or research studies, including two years in a supervisory experience related to the responsibilities of the position, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience provided that the minimum degree requirement is met

Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program

.

Education & Employment Verification:
Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying.

If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation.

If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.

NOTE:
You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at time of processing.

NOTE:
To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience.

You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties.

(If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.)

If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position.

There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.

Selection Requirement:
This position requires applicants to complete an interview which will include a written exercise as part of the interview.

The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

Previous experience in transportation planning

Previous experience in physical planning

Previous experience in urban design

VETERANS PREFERENCE NOTE

: The City of Chicago offers Veterans Preference to both current, active military personnel

AND

military personnel who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received an honorable or general discharge. Eligible candidates must have at least six months of active duty documented. In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates need to indicate whether or not they are a veteran by answering “yes” or “no” to the question on the online application that asks, “Are you currently serving on active duty for at least six months in the Armed Forces of theUnited States

OR

have you served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty for at least six months and received an honorable or general discharge?”

In addition, you must attach documentation to verify your military service. For veterans, you must attach a copy of your DD214 (Member Copy-4) to your online application which includes character of service status

OR

a letter from the United States Veterans Administration on official stationary stating dates of service and character of service. For active military personnel, you must attach a letter from your Commanding Officer on official stationary verifying your active duty, length of service, and character of service in the Armed Forces of the United States

AND

a copy of your military ID to your online application.

Failure to answer the question and attach the required documentation will result in you not being considered for the Veterans Preference.

Evaluation:
Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application.

Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant.

No second party applicants will be accepted.

Residency Requirement:
An employee must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago.

Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment.

If you are disabled and require a reasonable accommodation to file your application, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources at 312-744-4976, TTY: 312-744-5035.

You will be required to provide information regarding your request.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer

City of Chicago

Department of Human

Resources

Rahm Emanuel, Mayor

Soo Choi, Commissioner

Job Posting:

Dec 24, 2014, 12:01:00 AM

Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External: Jan 15, 2015, 11:59:00 PM 

COORDINATING PLANNER, City of Chicago Department of Transportation - Chicago, IL

COORDINATING PLANNER
City of Chicago - Chicago, IL
Job Number:
259619

Description

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Coordinating Planner

City of Chicago Department of Transportation

Number of Positions:
1

This position is contained within the Programming Section in the Division of Project Development’s Planning and Programming Unit.

The position is responsible for the coordination, management, and oversight of the City’s Federal Transit Authority (FTA) funded capital program.

This position is also responsible for the coordination, management, and oversight of the City’s State of Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) funded capital program and for researching, identifying, applying for, and managing new grant funding opportunities for Department programs and capital projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Researching and identifying projects eligible for FTA grant funding

Coordinating cooperative work across multiple City departments in order to prepare FTA grant applications through the FTA’s specialized TEAM grant application and reporting system

Serving as the City’s liaison and main point-of-contact to the FTA

Coordinating, preparing, and submitting required project quarterly reports to the FTA

Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the FTA’s and federal government’s requirements and regulations for agencies receiving funding

Overseeing the preparation of numerous reports required by the FTA including the City’s Annual Certifications and Assurances, semi-annual DBE report, Title IV Report, National Transit Database Monthly Reports, etc

Leading the City’s preparation, participation, and response to the FTA’s Triennial Review

Serving as the Department’s liaison and main point of contact to DCEO

Managing the preparation and submission of grant applications including development of the scope of work for each grant

Directing the review and approval of project grant agreements

Coordinating the preparation, approval, and submission of quarterly reports for all active projects with DCEO funding

Overseeing and coordinating project close-out reports

Determining actual and estimated grant funds received in the current and following years

Preparing the necessary reports, documentation, and justifications required by the Office

of Budget and Management (OBM) as part of the preparation of the Annual Appropriations Ordinance (925 Ordinance)

Coordinating amendments to the 925 Ordinance as needed due to changes in anticipated and actual grant awards

Attending City Council Budget Committee meetings as needed in order to address and answer any questions that may arise related to CDOT projects included in the 925 Ordinance

Developing a comprehensive grant reporting and tracking system for all managed grant programs (i.e., FTA, DCEO, etc) and integrating it with Department’s existing tracking system for FHWA and IDOT funded projects

Note:
The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class

Location: Department of Transportation, 30 N. LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60602

Hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning or a directly related field, plus five years of work experience in the development and management of major planning or research studies, including two years in a supervisory experience related to the responsibilities of the position, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience provided that the minimum degree requirement is met

Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.

Education & Employment Verification:
Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying.

If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.

NOTE:
You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at time of processing.

NOTE:
To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience.

You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties.

(If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.)

If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position.

There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.

Selection Requirement:
This position requires applicants to complete an interview which will include a written exercise as part of the interview.

The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

Previous experience in capital programming

Previous grant management experience

Previous experience with FTA grants

VETERANS PREFERENCE NOTE:

The City of Chicago offers Veterans Preference to both current, active military personnel

AND

military personnel who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received an honorable or general discharge. Eligible candidates must have at least six months of active duty documented. In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates need to indicate whether or not they are a veteran by answering "yes" or "no" to the question on the online application that asks, "Are you currently serving on active duty for at least six months in the Armed Forces of the United States

OR

have you served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty for at least six months and received an honorable or general discharge?"

In addition, you must attach documentation to verify your military service. For veterans, you must attach a copy of your DD214 to your online application which includes character of service status

OR

a letter from the United States Veterans Administration on official stationary stating dates of service and character of service. For active military personnel, you must attach a letter from your Commanding Officer on official stationary verifying your active duty, length of service, and character of service in the Armed Forces of the United States

AND

a copy of your military ID to your online application.

Failure to answer the question and attach the required documentation will result in you not being considered for the Veterans Preference.

Evaluation:
Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application.

Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant.

No second party applicants will be accepted.

Residency Requirement:
An employee must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago.

Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment.

If you are disabled and require a reasonable accommodation to file your application, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources at 312-744-4976, TTY: 312-744-5035.

You will be required to provide information regarding your request.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer

City of Chicago

Department of Human Resources

Rahm Emanuel, Mayor

Soo Choi, Commissioner

Job Posting
Oct 16, 2014, 12:01:00 AM

Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External
Oct 30, 2014, 11:59:00 PM


Salary: $81,000 - $91,000

Pay Basis: Yearly 


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