COMPLIANCE ANALYST - ASSESSOR S OFFICE

The Compliance Analyst - Assessor functions as an administrative analyst to the Director of Compliance whose responsibilities are outlined in the Employment Plan. The Compliance Analyst supports compliance initiatives and activities of the compliance unit for the Assessor’s Office. The Compliance Analyst will assist with identifying and assessing areas of risk and non-compliance with the Employment Plan and Employee Handbook, as well as track and investigate complaints of non-compliance; and, perform audits under the supervision of the Director of Compliance. Additionally, the Compliance Analyst will assist with training responsibilities associated with the Employment Plan. Works on special projects as assigned.

Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, facilitating compliance with the terms of the Employment Plan and relevant sections of the Employee Handbook, and taking appropriate action to report instances of Unlawful Political Contacts and Unlawful Political Discrimination including, but not limited to:

• Assists with monitoring implementation and compliance with the terms of the Employment Plan and Employee Handbook.
• Conducts investigations into complaints of violations of the Employment Plan and/or the Employee Handbook.
• Prepares investigative, compliance, and related reports/memos for review by the Director of Compliance.
• Analyzes employment-related documents, statistical data and reports to assess compliance risks.
• Performs compliance audits and makes recommendations to the Director of Compliance accordingly.
• Monitors employment actions taken by the Assessor’s Office to ensure compliance with the Employment Plan and the Employee Handbook.
• Tracks and addresses all matters related to investigations and related reports, including recommendations and corrective action to address the violations, which may include discipline, additional training, changes to policies and procedures and other courses of action needed to ensure matters are fully resolved.
• Collaboratively works with the Director of Compliance, HR management and staff regarding matters related to the Employment Plan and Employee Handbook.
• Collaboratively works with the Office of the Independent Inspector General and assists the Director of Compliance to evaluate, eliminate, remedy, and report instances of Unlawful Political Discrimination and Political Contacts.

• Assists the Director of Compliance with thorough review of job descriptions to ensure consistency of proposed changes.
• Assists the Director of Compliance with training responsibilities associated with the Employment Plan and Employee Handbook.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Compliance Officer.
• May work extended hours and weekends, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree.
• Two (2) years of full-time work experience in a compliance role, in employee relations, or investigating employment-related or discrimination complaints.

OR

• A Juris Doctorate degree.
• One (1) year of full-time work experience in a compliance role or conducting investigations in criminal or civil matters.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or J.D.
• One year of full-time experience conducting training.
• One year of full-time work experience in the public sector.

Please note, in addition to your answers on the Qualifications Questionnaire, you must indicate in your application materials how you meet each of the Minimum Qualifications. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified from further consideration.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Meticulous organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize work with minimal supervision and skill in efficient time management.
• Ability to perform highly specialized compliance work independently and collaboratively with consistent and reliable productivity that is accurate and thorough.
• Ability to think critically and strategically.
• Ability to effectively listen, understand points being made and ask questions as appropriate.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in written formats.
• Demonstrate initiative and self-motivation, attention to detail, and effective prioritization of workflow.
• Knowledge of investigative and audit analysis methods, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Assessor’s Office procedures, policies, practices and guidelines as well as federal, state and local laws, statutes and ordinances or the ability to quickly gain such knowledge.
• Working knowledge of CCAO Employment Plan, Employee Handbook and any applicable collective bargaining agreements or the ability to quickly gain such knowledge.
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate matters and implement solutions.
• Skill in critically analyzing and assessing actions and decisions in fast-paced environment as well as use of good judgment and decision making.
• Skill with investigations, gathering and reviewing sensitive or confidential materials, information and incidents of records and preparing reports.
• Skill in conducting audits and preparing related reports.
• Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity to review and edit written communications for long periods of time.
• Walking between offices and buildings may be required.
• Repetitive use of hands to handle and/or operate standard office equipment.
• Regular use of a telephone to communicate.

ANNUAL SALARY: $69,194 - $79,532 Grade 21

Commensurate with experience

METHOD OF APPLICATION: Apply online at www.cookcountyassessor.com. Online submissions will close at 11:59pm on 02/01/2021.

Applications of eligible applicants will be retained for consideration for six months following receipt of application, or until this Notice of Job Availability is withdrawn, whichever occurs first.

On or before the final date for interviews, Applicants must furnish Human Resources with professional references, proof of identification and proof of education sufficient to meet the stated minimum qualifications for this posting.

Any applicant who fails to comply with any of the requirements of the Notice of Job Opportunity will not be considered eligible for the position.

The Office of the Cook County Assessor hires and promotes based on applicant qualifications and merit. The use of political factors as a condition of employment for the above job opportunity is prohibited. Any questions should be sent to Human Resources at 312-603-5155.

COOK COUNTY ASSESSOR’S OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER