Chicago Dept. of Enviroment

The Chicago Department of Environment has two interesting job openings for experienced candidates. Both are with the Natural Resources and Water Quality Division. These positions might interest people working in green architecture, sustainable technology, open space, landscaping, job training and water issues.

ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER
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Department of Environment-Natural Resource and Water Quality
The Assistant Commissioner of the Natural Resources and Water Quality Division works with one of the five units that comprise the Department of Environment. This division contributes to the Department's mission by creating and expanding healthy green spaces, promoting protection and conservation of the region's waterways, demonstrating green building practices, providing job training opportunities for residents and other programs related to natural resources. The Assistant Commissioner works on all functions of the unit, from project planning and implementation to budget and staff management. The Assistant Commissioner must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be very organized and able to manage time and projects efficiently, and have proven experience managing a team of individuals representing a diverse array of experiences and backgrounds. This position should have significant experience in natural resources management, natural resources policy, or a similar environmental field. The Assistant Commissioner must be willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or above in Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Civil or Environmental Engineering, Business Administration, or Public Administration supplemented by five years of progressively responsible managerial experience in the planning and implementation of administrative and/ or operational programs
NOTE: A copy of your resume is required at time of application. Copies of your
official transcripts or training certificates will be required at time of interview/test, if applicable.
Evaluation

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
OMIITED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY
EMPLOYMENT.
City of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
City of Chicago
Richard M. Daley. Mayor
Department of Human Resources
Michelle Burton, Acting Commissioner
Posting Date: Closing Date (Period for Applying) External:
Starting Pay Rate: $ 77,772.00
ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER