State Legislative Affairs Coordinator

Job Summary

The State Legislative Affairs Coordinator will be a member of the Intergovernmental Affairs (IGA) team. This role is critical in ensuring that CPS' legislative efforts in Springfield are successful, tracking legislation, attending legislative and state board hearings, and helping the IGA team build strong relationships with legislators and partners across the state.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and logistical support to the IGA team (E.g., State Legislative Affairs, City Council, etc.)
• Track all potential legislation that could impact the District in Springfield
• Attend legislative hearings in Springfield to represent the District and possibly testify on an as-needed basis
• Conduct research on District priorities
• Gather, organize, and report information that will help the IGA team analyze the impact of various bills on the District
• Partner with Central Office departments to understand the District’s legislative priorities
• Collaborate with the City of Chicago and other key partners to support the District’s legislative efforts
• Build relationships with legislators in the General Assembly

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required; Masters Degree in education, political science, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of professional administrative and logistical support experience, including coordinating complex projects required; Experience working in or around the Illinois General Assembly preferred.

Conditions of Employment

• Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
• Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
• Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life