Job Description
Join Chicago's premier municipal team as a Senior Policy Analyst at the Mayor's Office for Economic and Neighborhood Development. Shape impactful policies driving equitable growth across Chicago's diverse communities. Lead complex initiatives addressing urban challenges while collaborating with city departments, community stakeholders, and elected officials. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional advancement in a dynamic public service environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop evidence-based policy recommendations addressing housing, economic development, and neighborhood revitalization
- Analyze complex data sets and produce actionable reports for executive decision-making
- Facilitate cross-departmental coordination on city-wide strategic initiatives
- Engage with community leaders and residents to gather input on policy implementation
- Monitor policy outcomes and recommend adjustments based on performance metrics
- Represent the Mayor's Office in intergovernmental and public forums
- Manage grant applications and compliance for federal/state funding programs
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Administration, Urban Planning, Economics, or related field
- 5+ years of policy analysis experience in municipal government or nonprofit sector
- Expertise in quantitative data analysis and statistical modeling
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for public presentations
- Knowledge of Chicago's neighborhoods and socioeconomic landscape
- Experience with federal grant administration (CDBG, HOME, etc.)