Job Description
Join the City of Chicago's public service team with immediate remote openings for Government Program Specialists. Enjoy excellent benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave while serving Chicago communities. This urgent hiring initiative offers competitive compensation and flexible remote work arrangements.
As a key contributor to municipal operations, you'll support critical public programs with direct impact on Chicago residents. Perfect for experienced professionals seeking stable, meaningful employment with rapid onboarding.
Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate federal/state grant-funded programs for Chicago communities
- Analyze policy impacts and prepare compliance reports for regulatory agencies
- Develop outreach strategies and collaborate with community stakeholders
- Monitor program budgets and ensure fiscal accountability
- Research and implement best practices in public administration
- Prepare executive briefings for city leadership and external partners
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- 3+ years of government/public sector experience
- Strong knowledge of federal/state grant management regulations
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Tableau)
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to obtain City of Chicago background clearance
- Experience with remote work protocols and virtual collaboration tools