CMAP is seeking an Administrative Assistant with experience in calendar management and committee support. CMAP is a mission-driven agency serving 284 municipalities and seven counties across Northeastern Illinois, acting as the region’s comprehensive planning organization. As the region’s Metropolitan Planning Organization, CMAP manages a diverse portfolio of programs and projects supported by multiple funding sources and stakeholders.
We are looking for an individual with strong judgment, effective prioritization skills, and excellent time‑management abilities. The ideal candidate can coordinate and manage a complex deputy‑level calendar to optimize time, maintain priorities, and anticipate scheduling needs.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years' experience as an administrative assistant, office assistant, or similar role.
- Previous experience in government preferred.
Hiring Range is $47,826.46-56,196.07
To be considered for this position please upload a cover letter in PDF format with the file labeled LASTNAMEFIRSTNAMEADMINASSISTANT1121.
CMAP employees work a reduced work week of 37.5 hours at the Old Post Office located at 433 West Van Buren in Chicago, IL. This position is benefit eligible. To learn more about our compensation and benefit offerings please visit our career page here https://cmap.illinois.gov/about/careers/.
CMAP is a mission-driven agency serving the 284 municipalities and 7 counties of northeastern Illinois as the region’s comprehensive planning organization.
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