Job Description
Job Description
Program Lead
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking an experienced professional to fill the position for a RAP Principal working throughout 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.
The agency has undergone an exciting chapter of growth and is implementing a portfolio of work that relates to both the region’s comprehensive plan yet is focused through our internal Strategic Direction.
CMAP currently has an annual operating budget of over $43 million and approximately 125 total staff.
A Principal would bring experience and subject matter expertise to guide project teams as well as manage staff for their professional growth.
CMAP is currently seeking a candidate who has a strong knowledge and experienced in these areas of subject matter expertise.
- Housing & Land Use Planning
- Transportation Programming (ex : state & federal funding)
- Transportation Policy (ex : safety, freight, transit, ITS, and / or the application of planning or data analysis for these areas)
The ideal candidate for this position will demonstrate thorough knowledge of their subject matter expertise and external audiences & stakeholders.
The successful candidate for the Principal position will possess strong program / project, staff and consultant management experiences.
This position will exemplify the agency’s Core Values through serving with passion to foster collaboration and lead with excellence, with a commitment to pursue equity and a drive to innovate.
Salary Range : $99,950 - $127,437
Required Experience : Bachelor’s degree (in field or related field), 7 years professional experience, master’s degree preferred
If you are unable to complete this application, or need an accommodation under the ADA, or have questions, please contact CMAP Human Resources at hr@cmap.
illinois.gov or 312-386-8774.