DEPUTY CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER, PROCUREMENT SERVICES (BUREAU OF FINANCE) - SHAKMAN EXEMPT

Job Description - DEPUTY CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER, PROCUREMENT SERVICES (BUREAU OF FINANCE) - SHAKMAN EXEMPT (00139304)

Job Description

DEPUTY CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER, PROCUREMENT SERVICES (BUREAU OF FINANCE) - SHAKMAN EXEMPT

Requisition ID

: 00139304

Job Posting

: Jul 30, 2026, 10:12:53 PM

Closing Date

: Aug 30, 2026, 10:29:00 AM Full-time

Posting Salary: $153,000-$187,000/Yearly

Organization

: Offices Under the President

OVERVIEW

Cook County Bureau of Finance is seeking an experienced Deputy Chief Procurement Officer, Procurement Services who will oversee daily procurement operations across all sourcing and operational units within the department. The role provides guidance to senior and department leadership on procurement policies, procedures, and activities to ensure alignment with the Cook County Procurement Code and internal standards. Responsibilities include directing, coordinating, and supervising procurement staff to ensure accurate execution of duties and fulfillment of departmental and regulatory objectives. The position also supports leadership in developing strategic direction, budgeting, and implementing procurement policies and procedures, collaborates with bureaus, departments, and elected offices on procurement matters, and serves as the principal deputy to the Chief Procurement Officer for sourcing and operations.

Cook County offers great benefits and the chance to participate in a strong tradition of public service. Cook County is home to more than five million residents, roughly 45% of Illinois' population. Cook County Government provides a range of vital services and programs that enhance the quality of life for residents across the region. These services range from health care to urban planning. Cook County is committed to empowering its employees to bring our constituents the best that public service has to offer.

Attention Applicants: Please note that as part of ongoing job architecture initiatives, the County is reviewing job titles and corresponding grades, which may be subject to change.

WHY PURSUE A CAREER WITH COOK COUNTY?

In addition to providing employees with a challenging, rewarding environment for career and personal growth, we are proud to also offer some of the best benefits in the public sphere, including:

• Top Tier Medical Benefits: Medical Plans, Prescription Drug Benefit, Dental Plans, Vision Plan and 9 Additional voluntary benefit plans
• Flexible Teleworking Options
• Generous, Flexible Paid Time Off (13 paid designated holidays; Minimum of 15 vacation days annually; and Paid sick leave)
• Pension Plan
• Financial Support Programs and Resources: Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts - Dependent Day Care, Commuter Benefits, Discounted Parking, PSLF Eligibility, Deferred Compensation and Education Tuition Stipend
• Health/Wellness Perks: Flexible Spending Accounts-Health Care, Employee Assistance Program and MyHealth Connections wellness program.

SALARY RANGE: $153,000 - $187,000 / YEARLY

SNAPSHOT OF COOK COUNTY

• Serves 5.28 million residents of Chicago and its inner suburbs

• 2nd largest county in America

• Larger than 27 states

• Cook County employs over 22,000 employees who work in a variety of skilled jobs and trades.

• Nearly 80% unionized workforce

• 15 unions represented

• 63 separate collective bargaining agreements

• Highway - Cook County maintains almost 600 miles of roads and highways.

• Land - Cook County assesses the value of more than 1.5 million parcels of taxable land and collects and distributes tax funds as a service for local government taxing bodies.

• Safety - Cook County provides vital services to local government, from conducting elections in suburban areas to offering 911 services in unincorporated areas and municipalities.

LOCATION

Located in the Loop District of downtown Chicago, one of the most formidable business districts in the world, the area has an astounding number of cultural foundations, stunning parks such as Millennial Park and Maggie Daley Park, steps away from the Chicago Riverwalk, award-winning restaurants, and plenty of shopping! In addition, Chicago is serviced by multiple bus and train lines for public transportation from the suburbs to the city, taxis are plentiful, public parking garages for motorists, and bicycle share rentals and local bike lanes for bicyclists.

Job Summary

Oversees daily procurement operations across all sourcing and operational units within the department. Provides guidance to senior and department leadership on policies, procedures, and activities related to procurement sourcing and operations to ensure alignment with the Cook County Procurement Code and internal policies and procedures. Directs, coordinates, and supervises the procurement staff to ensure responsibilities are carried out accurately and goals and objectives of the Procurement Code and internal policies and procedures are met. Leads and supports senior and department leadership in the development, strategic direction, budgeting and implementation of procurement policies and procedures. Collaborates with bureaus, departments, and offices of elected officials on procurement related matters. Serves as the principal deputy to the Chief Procurement Officer on procurement sourcing and operations.

Typical Job Duties

• Provides strategic oversight of department-wide procurement operations, ensuring consistency, compliance, and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Develops, interprets, and provides recommendations on procurement policies, procedures, strategic priorities, and operational initiatives to ensure consistent application of the Procurement Code.
• Reviews procurement actions, recommendations and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and readiness for Chief Procurement Officer or Board consideration.
• Serves as senior liaison to user departments, legal counsel, and executive leadership and other internal and external stakeholders regarding procurement strategies and performance.
• Prepares and reviews reports and materials for internal and external use.
• Directs staff selection, training, and performance evaluation, and recommends or administers disciplinary actions as appropriate.
• Oversees budget preparation, payroll approval, requisitions, and major purchases to support departmental operations.

Required for all jobs:

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor''s Degree or higher and
• Four (4) years of experience in program management in contract administration, compliance, procurement, or directly related experience or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Seven (7) or more years in contract administration, business, law, or procurement.
• Five (5) years of previous management or supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of procurement methods and procedures, with the ability to strategically coordinate and direct the sourcing of goods, services, and construction.
• Ability to plan, develop, implement, and direct guidelines, regulations, and enforcement procedures in strict accordance with the Procurement Code.
• Ability to provide strategic leadership, communicate a clear vision, and foster team commitment to achieve the unit's short- and long-term operational goals.
• Ability to implement plans and objectives, oversee the efficiency of specific operations, and evaluate areas for potential process improvements.
• Ability to prepare departmental budgets, allocate funds efficiently, and maintain departmental operations under strict budgetary constraints.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive issues, and to effectively inform and advise senior leadership on operational matters.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to exercise complex problem solving, tact, and diplomacy in diverse and sometimes emotional situations.
• Proficient in the use of computers, software programs, and relevant technology applications.

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.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Pursuant to the Shakman Consent Decree, Supplemental Relief Order and the Cook County Personnel Rules, this position is exempt from the County's career service rules, is at-will and political reasons or factors may be considered when taking any employment action. As an employee in a Shakman Exempt Position, if you do not currently live in Cook County, you will have six (6) months from date of hire to establish actual residency within Cook County.

Please contact shakmanexemptapplications@cookcountyil.gov for inquiries about this position.