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Associate Commissioner Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

ASST COMMISSIONER

Chicago, IL · On-site

$125K/yr

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER Chicago Department of Public Health (Syndemic Infectious ... OR Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate's degree in a field related to the ...

Swim Instructor

Oak Park, IL · On-site

$15.75/hr

Jeff Ellis and Associates Swim Instructor, or able to obtain within one year * Ability to work ... Board of Park Commissioners External: Patrons of Park District of Oak Park; residents of Oak Park ...

Swim Instructor

Oak Park, IL · On-site

$15.75/hr

Jeff Ellis and Associates Swim Instructor, or able to obtain within one year * Ability to work ... Board of Park Commissioners External: Patrons of Park District of Oak Park; residents of Oak Park ...

STAFF ASST

Chicago, IL · On-site

$68K/yr

... Commissioner · Coordination of communication and activities with the Contracts, IT and ... Associate's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a directly related field ...

STAFF ASST

Chicago, IL · On-site

$68K/yr

... Commissioner • Coordination of communication and activities with the Contracts, IT and ... Associate's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or a directly related field ...

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How much do associate commissioner jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate commissioner in Chicago, IL is $19.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.58 and $20.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Associate Commissioner vs Budget Analyst?

AspectAssociate CommissionerBudget Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree; often advanced degrees in public administration or related fieldsBachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field; often requires experience in budgeting
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, public sector organizations, large nonprofitsGovernment agencies, corporate finance departments, public sector organizations
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in government agencies overseeing departments or programsUsed in government, corporate, and nonprofit sectors for financial planning

Associate Commissioners typically hold leadership roles overseeing departments or divisions within government agencies, requiring advanced degrees and experience. Budget Analysts focus on preparing and managing budgets, often with a focus on financial analysis and planning. While both roles are within the public sector and require related credentials, Associate Commissioners have broader managerial responsibilities compared to Budget Analysts' specialized financial tasks.

What is an associate commissioner?

An associate commissioner is a senior-level official who supports the commissioner in managing a government agency or department. They often oversee specific divisions, develop policies, and help implement organizational goals, requiring leadership skills and relevant experience in public administration or related fields.

What are the most commonly searched types of Commissioner jobs in Chicago, IL?

The most popular types of Commissioner jobs in Chicago, IL are:

What cities near Chicago, IL are hiring for Associate Commissioner jobs?

Cities near Chicago, IL with the most Associate Commissioner job openings:

Infographic showing various Associate Commissioner job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,741 per year, or $19.6 per hour.

ASST COMMISSIONER

City of Chicago

Chicago, IL • On-site

$125K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER
Chicago Department of Public Health
(Syndemic Infectious Diseases)
Number of Positions: 1
(additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)
Starting Salary: $ 121,668.00/Year
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 09/04 /202 6
Under direction, this class is managerial in nature and accountable for senior manager level functions, duties and responsibilities and part of a city department's executive level staff. The position manages a major program or has direct responsibility for an operational or administrative work section within a department's organization; and performs related duties as required
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Responsible for management of multiple grants from Federal, state and corporate entities by developing new or revising existing program operations to improve and expand SID Bureau services aligned to the CDPH
• Coordinate, draft and oversee the competitive bid solicitations, negotiate contracts, writing/submission of grant proposals and present to the executive team within Department for final approvals and coordinate with CDPH finance and grant administrations.
• Monitors performance against goals and objectives, expenditures and evaluating programs for deficiencies and accomplishments.
• Ensures performance data deliverables are quality assured and reported in timely manner.
• Coordinates work efforts with management in developing strategic plans and implementing changes in staffing including hiring, right sizing operating procedures, and work processes designed to improve the administration of programs in SID Bureau, increase operational efficiencies and accomplishments aligned to CDPH.
• Functions as the head of SID's operational division accountable for the management of the organization's work operations, direction and oversight of staff, and control of budgetary and administrative functions.
• Manages functions including budget preparations and grant funding, human resources, labor relations, finance and accounting, contracts administration and purchasing, accounts payable and inventory management, computer support, and office management activities.
• Prepares comprehensive reports, dashboards, and briefings for SID Bureau and departmental leadership
• Serves as a liaison with departments, governmental agencies (CDC, HRSA, HUD), and private consultants participating in SID collaborative projects
• Stays abreast of relevant laws and regulations pertinent to SID program operations
• Additional duties may be assigned by Deputy Commissioner as required for this position.
Location: Chicago Department of Public Health (Syndemic Infectious Disease)
1340 South Damen Avenue Chicago, IL 60608
  • Days: M - F

Hours: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE
Qualifications
Nine (9) years of experience related to the responsibilities of the position, of which at least two (2) years must be in a supervisory or supervisory-equivalent role as defined below by any of the following:
  • direct supervision of staff (e.g., assigning and reviewing work, approving time off requests, preparing performance evaluations, hiring and discipline, etc.);
  • working as a project or program manager;
  • performing functional oversight (e.g., coordinating or directing the work of others, working as a senior or team lead); OR

Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate's degree in a field related to the duties performed, including seven (7) years of work experience related to the position, of which at least two (2) years must be supervisory or supervisory-equivalent role as defined below by any of the following:
  • direct supervision of staff (e.g., assigning and reviewing work, approving time off requests, preparing performance evaluations, hiring and discipline, etc.)
  • working as a project or program manager;
  • performing functional oversight (e.g., coordinating or directing the work of others, working as a senior or team lead); OR

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in a field related to the duties performed, including five (5) years of work experience related to the position, of which at least two (2) years must be supervisory or supervisory-equivalent role as defined below by any of the following:
  • direct supervision of staff (e.g., assigning and reviewing work, approving time off requests, preparing performance evaluations, hiring and discipline, etc.)
  • working as a project or program manager;
  • performing functional oversight (e.g., coordinating or directing the work of others, working as a senior or team lead); OR

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree or higher in a field related to the duties performed, including four (4) years of work experience related to the position, of which at least two (2) years must be supervisory or supervisory-equivalent role as defined below by any of the following.
  • direct supervision of staff (e.g., assigning and reviewing work, approving time off requests, preparing performance evaluations, hiring and discipline, etc.)
  • working as a project or program manager;
  • performing functional oversight (e.g., coordinating or directing the work of others, working as a senior or team lead)

Selection Criteria
This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral part of the interview will be selected.
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APPLICATION EVALUATION: Initial evaluation will be based on the information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resources staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow all required employment/hiring plan provisions, federal, state, and local laws, and collective bargaining agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience, the City of Chicago has adopted ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States, residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA), and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates. These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates. The learn more about our hiring processes click here.
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