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US Department of Commerce

Program Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$140K/yr

This vacancy is for a Program Manager in the Economic Development Administration within the ... community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies; knowledge, and ...

Chamberlain Group

Program Manager

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$102K - $193K/yr

... communities worldwide. Our flagship brands, LiftMaster ® and Chamberlain ® , are found in 51 ... Act as Team Lead to assigned programs, building a team of cross-functional members, conducting ...

The Chamberlain Group LLC

Program Manager

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$102K - $193K/yr

... and communities worldwide. Our flagship brands, LiftMaster and Chamberlain , are found in 51 ... Lead one or more large or platform programs independently; lead globally distributed teamsAct as ...

CHAMBERLAIN GROUP

Program Manager

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$102K - $193K/yr

... and communities worldwide. Our flagship brands, LiftMaster and Chamberlain, are found in 51 ... Act as Team Lead to assigned programs, building a team of cross-functional members, conducting ...

Baxter

Program Manager

Round Lake, IL · On-site

$120K - $165K/yr

Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every ... The program manager will be responsible for leading infusion pump sustaining core team, by ...

Plexus Corp.

Program Manager

Buffalo Grove, IL · On-site

$93K - $140K/yr

... communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and ... The Program Manager leads the tactical interface between the customer and various Plexus functional ...

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What is the difference between Community Disaster Program Manager vs Emergency Response Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Disaster Program ManagerEmergency Response Coordinator
Required credentialsRelevant certifications (e.g., CERT, FEMA certifications), degree in emergency management or related fieldSimilar certifications, often with emergency management or public safety background
Work environmentCommunity-focused, planning, coordination, and outreach roles within local agencies or NGOsField-based, rapid response to emergencies, coordination during incidents
Employer and industry usageGovernment agencies, nonprofits, community organizationsEmergency services, public safety agencies, disaster response teams

The Community Disaster Program Manager and Emergency Response Coordinator roles share similar credentials and operate within emergency management. However, the Program Manager focuses on community planning and preparedness, while the Coordinator is more involved in immediate response efforts during emergencies.

What is a community disaster program manager?

A community disaster program manager is responsible for coordinating and implementing disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts within a community. They often work with local agencies, develop emergency plans, and may require certifications in emergency management or related fields to effectively lead disaster response initiatives.

What cities in Illinois are hiring for Community Disaster Program Manager jobs?

Cities in Illinois with the most Community Disaster Program Manager job openings:

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Infographic showing various Community Disaster Program Manager job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Program Manager

Chicago, IL • On-site

US Department of Commerce
Public Administration • 10K+ employees
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$140K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

U.S. Department Of Commerce rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

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Job description

This vacancy is for a Program Manager in the Economic Development Administration within the Department of Commerce.Qualifications:

Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management's website located at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Occupational-Series
Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience need not have been in the federal government.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations e.g., professional; philanthropic, religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies; knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

To qualify at the GS-13 level:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: You must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as experience:

  • Overseeing and managing complex economic development programs; and
  • Managing full lifecycle of grants; and
  • Supervising staff including planning and managing workload, directing and prioritizing tasks, and evaluating performance; and
  • Negotiating and communicating with internal and external stakeholders, including formulating recommendations for leadership and representing agency interests externally.
Education:There is no positive education requirement for this position.
NOTE:
Special Instructions for Foreign Education: Qualifying education from colleges and universities in foreign countries must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired in U.S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence, including transcripts, to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree. You MUST provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation with a course by course listing along with your application. Failure to provide such documentation when requested will result in lost consideration.Employment Type: OTHER

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