The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire individuals to contribute to the agency’s regional planning and policy projects throughout northeastern Illinois. CMAP is a mission-driven agency serving the 284 municipalities and 7 counties of northeastern Illinois as the region’s comprehensive planning organization.
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.
CMAP is seeking leaders for cross-divisional, complex projects who have a strong knowledge and experienced in policy, planning, or data analysis in these areas of subject matter expertise:
• Housing & Land Use
• Transportation Programming
• Transportation (including general transportation and/or a specialty in safety, freight, transit, or transit/micromobility)
The ideal candidate for this position or positions will demonstrate thorough knowledge of their subject matter expertise and external audiences & stakeholders. Successful candidates for the position will possess strong experiences and skills to perform the responsibilities listed in the job description. Successful candidates 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.
Principals at the agency bring experience and subject matter expertise to guide program areas as well as manage staff for their professional growth.
Salary Range: $99,950 – $127,437
Experience Required: 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.
Job Type: Hybrid.
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