Policy Advisor, Governance and Policy Development

20 hours ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Chicago Public Schools Full time
Job Summary

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is seeking a highly skilled Policy Advisor, Board Development and Policy to support the governance and organizational oversight of the district. The successful candidate will work closely with the Deputy Chief of Staff of Board Development and Policy to build the governance capacity of Board Members and ensure they have the necessary information for decision-making.

Key Responsibilities
  • Meet with policy owners to review and provide feedback on policies, ensuring they align with district goals and objectives.
  • Analyze reports and memos to identify key issues and decisions coming before the Board.
  • Communicate the potential impacts, trade-offs, risks, and benefits of key issues and decisions to Board Members.
  • Remain current with legislation affecting school board governance and ensure Board rules, policies, and practices are up-to-date.
  • Support Board Committees by briefing Board Members, attending Committee meetings, and creating Committee Reports.
  • Support Board Members in their roles on other related Boards.
  • Implement professional development for Board Members, working collaboratively with the Deputy Chief of Staff, Board Development and Policy.
  • Build high-quality working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Master's degree preferred.
  • Minimum of five years of policy analysis and/or policy administration experience.
  • Project management experience required.
  • Significant experience in the education sector preferred.
  • Experience in operations or finance/audit preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to analyze, synthesize, and interpret data and information.
  • Ability to remain flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient under pressure.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrate integrity, tact, and discretion when dealing with confidential information.
  • Ability to manage multiple work streams and balance competing priorities.
  • Detail-oriented thinker with strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a wide variety of constituent groups.
Conditions of Employment
  • Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency.
  • Be Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19.


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