Deputy Director of Revenue

The Chicago Park District

$119K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration or related field.
  • 3-5 years of management experience in varied operations.
  • Strong knowledge of management principles and human resources.
  • Expertise in program planning, administration, and evaluation.
  • Proficiency in budget preparation and monitoring.
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated supervisory skills.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Director to develop the department budget.
  • Manage staff and operations across various divisions.
  • Oversee administrative and operational processes, including scheduling and troubleshooting.
  • Assist in contractor selection and oversee contract administration.
  • Ensure compliance with contracts and act as a liaison with contractors.
  • Supervise special event permit processes and rental agreements.
  • Identify revenue enhancement opportunities and service improvements.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, life, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 13-20 days of paid vacation annually, increasing with tenure.
  • 12 days of paid sick leave that carry over year to year.
  • 4 paid personal days each year.
  • 13 paid holidays annually.
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave after meeting eligibility requirements.
  • Pension plan participation with the Park Employment Retirement Board.
  • Deferred Compensation Program for supplemental retirement savings.
  • Voluntary pre-tax transit programs available.
  • Eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
  • Free admission to most Chicago museums.
Full Job Description
Job Description

TITLE: Deputy Director of Revenue

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:

Under direction, works with and for the Director of Revenue in the management of the Department of Revenue. Assumes responsibility for the Department of Revenue in the absence of the Director. Performs related duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
  • Works with the Director to develop the budget for all of Revenue.
  • Manages staff and operations of divisions within the department.
  • Oversees management in areas such as administration, planning, scheduling, negotiating, staff coordination, managing workflows, deconfliction, troubleshooting, problem solving and resolving customer concerns.
  • Assists in the selection of contractors and oversees the administration of contracts.
  • Oversees the performance of outside contractors.
  • Ensures compliance to contracts. Serves as a liaison to contractors.
  • Oversees special event permit processes and policies and rental agreements.
  • Identifies opportunities to increase revenue and improve services.
  • Prepares and analyzes reports on the status of Revenue. Interfaces with core users of Revenue.
  • Oversees and monitors customer satisfaction and resolves customer concerns and issues.
  • In the absence of the Director, assumes the duties of supervising the department.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field supplemented by three to five years' experience managing varied operations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of organization management principles and practices.
  • Knowledge of human resources management.
  • Knowledge of program planning, administration and evaluation.
  • Ability to prepare and monitor budgets.
  • Effective communication skills both written and oral.
  • Supervisory skills.


BENEFITS: As a full-time Chicago Park District employee, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
  • 13-20 days of paid vacation time annually (13 days in first year of employment).
  • 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
  • 4 paid personal days per year.
  • 13 paid holidays per year.
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility).
  • Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
  • Deferred Compensation Program - voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
  • Optional pre-tax programs - Transit
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
  • Free Admission to most Chicago museums.


Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job duties are to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

RATE OF PAY: $119,440.60/ annually

SEIU-Local 00 EEO: Officials & Administrators FLSA: Exempt

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