Job Summary Provides strategic and operational leadership for the County's electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure initiatives. Acts as a central coordinator, facilitating the planning, deployment, and ongoing management of EV supply equipment across bureau/department and in collaboration with external utilities and executives. Manages vendor contracts and oversees project financials and timelines. Analyzes usage data and coordinates all operational aspects, including repairs, with County facility management teams and charging station manufacturers. Ensures compliance with evolving regulatory standards to optimize the County's electric vehicle charging network.
This position is Actively Recruited and At-Will. Minimum Qualifications - Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher is required, and
- Four (4) years managing large-scale clean transportation or energy initiatives, or directly related experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications - Manage using, installing, siting, or selling ChargePoint, Blink, or other commercial charging station networks is preferred.
Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver's license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit the required documents. *
Degrees awarded outside of the United States, with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) ,
or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS - Knowledge of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), charging standards, and the overall EV ecosystem, including emerging technologies and market trends.
- Ability to manage complex infrastructure projects from inception to completion, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination.
- Knowledge of administering and developing contracts, managing financial records, authorizing payments, and maintaining detailed project budgets.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including utility companies, department executives, technical staff, and the public.
- Skills to interpret EVSE usage data, perform high-level analysis, and develop clear, concise reports for internal and external audiences
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, codes, and standards related to EVSE construction and deployment.
- A bility to anticipate and resolve challenges related to project implementation, and to adapt to changes in technology, policy, operations, and organizational needs.
- Ability to develop and execute long-term strategic plans for the expansion and management of the County's EV charging infrastructure.
Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Please contact [email protected] for inquiries about this position. Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered: - Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- Voluntary Benefits
- You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
- For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
- For eligible employees the County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.
- Salary Range: $101,509 - $1129,095/ Yearly
*This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen, and medical examination.Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty , 44-56 Political Discrimination ; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification ; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List ; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)
