Assistant Commissioner - Commissioner's Office O'Hare

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

The Assistant Commissioner will work in the Chief of Staff capacity to support the Commissioner in day-to-day responsibilities by monitoring the flow of her multi-layered required communications between CDA staff, Mayor's Office, OBM, City agencies, sister agencies, as well as outside agencies and government entities. Aiding in and directing the successful completion of high-level and complex staff projects and assignments. 

Collaborate with Executive team members to create, develop and prioritize department initiatives and projects. Aiding in and directing successful and complex staff projects and assignments. 

Develops strategies to create and maintain a positive image of the department. 

Directs public information programs to convey the department's mission, goals, and services to the general public. 

Promotes goodwill for the department through public relations activities and media campaigns.

Meets with supervisory staff to oversee and coordinate public relations activities. Arranges news conferences and interviews for departmental personnel. Serves as department spokesperson for the news media. Performs other job-related duties as required.