Vice President of Operations/COO
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
A well-established, fast-growing multi-location dental group with seven practices in the Chicagoland area is seeking a high-energy VP of Operations to lead day-to-day operations, optimize performance across sites, and play a key role in driving rapid expansion.
This is an extraordinary opportunity for a driven, results-oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to work alongside an exceptional team of smart, strategic professionals. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in dental practice operations, a track record of building scalable systems, and the desire to help grow something meaningful.
Key Areas of Accountability
Multi-Site Operational Leadership
Direct operations across all seven dental offices, ensuring consistency in patient care, process efficiency, and performance outcomes.
Serve as the central point of coordination between practice-level teams and senior leadership.
Develop and roll out scalable systems, workflows, and best practices that support ongoing growth.
Team Development & Organizational Culture
Hire, coach, and retain a strong team of practice leaders and support staff.
Implement clear performance metrics and accountability structures.
Champion a collaborative and positive team culture that aligns with the organization's mission and values.
Financial Oversight & Operational Metrics
Oversee revenue-driving functions, including billing, collections, treatment planning, and insurance processes.
Monitor location-level financial performance and key metrics such as provider productivity, AR days, and profitability.
Partner with the CEO and leadership team to manage budgeting, forecasting, and margin improvement initiatives.
Growth & Expansion
Support future practice openings and acquisitions by leading operational integration and alignment.
Develop systems that allow for rapid onboarding of new providers and staff.
Play a key role in building infrastructure for scale while maintaining operational excellence.
Technology, Compliance & Systems
Optimize the use of practice management platforms and digital tools across locations.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and other dental regulations.
Lead system upgrades, technology rollouts, and change management initiatives.
Marketing & Patient Experience
Oversee brand consistency and patient experience strategies across offices.
Collaborate with marketing partners to execute campaigns that drive new patient growth.
Track patient satisfaction metrics and implement improvements as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum 5+ years of operational leadership experience within a dental practice (multi-location experience strongly preferred).
Experience in scaling a dental group or supporting acquisition/integration efforts is a strong plus.
Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams and drive performance through data, accountability, and clear communication.
Hands-on knowledge of dental billing, treatment planning, and practice management systems (e.g., Dentrix, Open Dental).
Strong financial acumen and comfort working with KPIs and P&L data.
A self-starter with exceptional follow-through, a bias for action, and a desire to build and lead something special.
Salary:
$160k - $180k + variable compensation
JK Executive Strategies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of JK Executive Strategies to provide equal opportunity in employment and conditions of employment to all individuals regardless of age, race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, veteran or military status, disability, pregnancy-related condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, familial status, prior arrest, domestic violence victim status, non-job related convictions, participation in lawful activities outside of our workplace, or any other status protected by law.
Vice President, Payer Operations & Strategy
Chief executive officer job in Downers Grove, IL
Vice President, VBC Payer Operations & Strategy
Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours/week)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, standard business hours
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
The Vice President (VP) of Value-Based Care (VBC) Payer Operations and Strategy is responsible for leading the organization's value-based care programs and payer partnerships across multiple lines of business, including Medicare Advantage (MA), ACO REACH, and MSSP. This executive leader will serve as the subject matter expert for VBC programs, drive operational excellence in program execution, and ensure success in partial risk arrangements. The VP will oversee payer relations, utilization management, and strategic initiatives that drive member growth and overall performance.
Responsibilities
Program Expertise and Operations
Serve as the organization's subject matter expert on all value-based care programs, including Medicare Advantage, ACO REACH, and MSSP.
Ensure all day-to-day program and compliance requirements are met across lines of business.
Analyze, evaluate and advise on strategic program options, including expansion opportunities, model redesigns, and new value-based initiatives that stregnthen financial and clinical performance.
Partner with cross-functional teams (finance, clinical operations, analytics, compliance) to ensure system-level alignment, operational readiness and data-driven execution.
Success of Partial Risk Programs
Oversee performance in partial and full-risk contracts, ensuring clinical and financial success.
Develop and execute analytically driven strategies to improve quality, outcomes, and shared savings performance.
Identify and mitigate risk drivers, ensuring contract and benchmark targets are achieved.
Payer Management and Relations
Lead day-to-day payer relationship management, including performance reviews, issue resolution, and collaboration on care initiatives.
Evaluate and negotiate new payer contracts through a data-informed, analytical framework that aligns with organizational strategy.
Serve as a trusted integrator between internal teams and external payers to promote transparency, accountability, and partnership success.
Oversight of Utilization Management (UM)
Provide executive oversight for the Utilization Management (UM) function, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and appropriate care utilization.
Drive alignment between UM, care management, and quality improvement to achieve value-based outcomes.
Ensure policies, workflows, and reporting are technically sound, data-driven, and compliant with payer and regulatory requirements.
Member and Strategic Growth
Develop and implement strategies to grow membership within existing and new markets.
Support initiatives to enhance member engagement, retention, and satisfaction.
Qualifications
EXPERIENCE MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
10+ years of experience in healthcare operations, payer contracting, or value-based care programs.
Deep understanding of Medicare Advantage, ACO REACH, and MSSP programs.
Proven success managing payer relationships and executing risk-based contracts.
Strong leadership skills with experience overseeing cross-functional teams, including UM and care management.
Strategic thinker with ability to balance long-term vision with operational execution.
Bachelor's degree required; master's in business administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Expertise in CMS programs and VBC performance metrics
Strategic and analytical mindset
Strong negotiation and relationship management skills
Operational excellence and process improvement orientation
Collaborative leadership style with executive presence
The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $125,000-$188,000, with the actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.
Senior Vice President of Acquisitions
Chief executive officer job in Oak Brook, IL
This is a hybrid position based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Candidates must reside in the Chicagoland area and be able to commute to the office several days per week
The Senior Vice President of Acquisitions is responsible for sourcing, underwriting, and closing Class A/B core-plus and value-added multifamily acquisition opportunities that align with JVM Realty's investment strategy. This position requires sophisticated financial analysis, a high level of attention to detail and collaboration across operations, investor relations and accounting departments. The role reports to the Chief Investment Officer.
Your Impact and Job Responsibilities
Deal Sourcing & Execution
Close 2-4 multifamily acquisition opportunities annually in the $50-100 million range through established networks of owners and brokers.
Present investment opportunities to the Investment Committee with comprehensive financial analysis and market positioning
Lead due diligence processes including legal, financial, physical reviews
Asist in negotiating purchase agreements, financing terms, and joint venture agreements
Lead depositions of existing assets including conducting hold-sell analysis, broker selection, working with buyers and managing the closing process
Financial Analysis & Market Intelligence
Underwrite complex real estate acquisition deals using proprietary excel models
Analyze financial statements, rent rolls, and operating histories, etc. to inform detailed underwriting
Perform detailed market and submarket surveys including competitive analysis, demographic studies, and supply/demand dynamics
Develop and maintain comprehensive market intelligence for Midwest markets with expansion capability for multi-regional growth
Create investment memorandums and presentation materials for internal and external stakeholders
Capital Markets & Investor Relations
Participate in negotiation of project financing including debt placement and equity structuring
Support capital raising from high-net-worth individuals, institutional investors and family offices
Assist in presentation development for investor meetings and capital raising activities
Leadership & Team Management
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transaction execution
Participate in strategic planning and market expansion initiatives
Contribute to departmental budget planning and expense management
What You'll Bring - Required Skills and Experience
Experience Requirements
10+ years of institutional multifamily acquisition experience
Demonstrated track record in Class A/Class B core-plus value-added investment strategies
Experience with institutional-quality underwriting and due diligence processes
Experience negotiating joint ventures with institutional partners
Established network of private and institutional capital relationships
Midwest market familiarity preferred; multi-regional capability a plus
Proven ability to manage complex transaction timelines and multiple stakeholders
Education & Certifications
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, real estate, or related field required
Advanced degree (MBA, MS Real Estate) strongly preferred
Technical Skills
Superior financial modeling and analytical capabilities with attention to detail
Advanced Excel skills including complex financial analysis and scenario modeling
Strong presentation skills with PowerPoint and other business software
Personal Attributes
Highly task-focused independent critical thinker with a high level of attention to detail.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to travel to target markets when required
Strong relationship-building capabilities with brokers, lenders, and industry professionals
Results-driven with ability to work in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Compensation, Benefits &
Base Compensation
Salary Range: $175,000 - $200,000 annually plus bonus.
The actual salary within this range will be determined based on experience, education, market conditions
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance; telehealth and flexible spending accounts; fitness center reimbursement; short and long-term disability coverage
Financial Security: 401(k) plan with company matching; life and AD&D insurance; hospital confinement and critical illness protection
Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO and company-paid holidays; flexible work arrangements when not traveling
Professional Development: Tuition assistance; industry conference attendance; professional certification support
Additional Perks: Housing discount and rental discounts; community volunteer days; employee assistance program; identity theft protection; pet insurance
Travel: Comprehensive travel expense coverage including transportation, lodging, and entertainment
About Us
JVM Realty is a growing multifamily real estate investment and property management company headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois. Since 1975, we have built a solid reputation and proven track record for financial success through disciplined underwriting, value-creation strategies, and operational excellence.
As we expand our institutional presence and geographic footprint, we are seeking exceptional talent to join our acquisition platform. In every aspect of our business, we are guided by firm principles, a commitment to excellence and integrity. At JVM, we're Invested in You.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
EVP - Asset Management
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
The Executive Vice President (EVP) of Asset Management will oversee the strategic management of the company's real estate assets, ensuring optimal performance and growth. This role involves leading asset management strategies, enhancing portfolio performance, and managing financial budgets within the context of affordable housing initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement asset management strategies to optimize portfolio performance
Oversee the management of real estate development projects
Conduct regular budget reviews and financial assessments
Collaborate with property management teams to ensure effective operational execution
Analyze asset performance metrics and drive improvements
Manage compliance and reporting requirements related to LIHTC and HUD regulations
Lead a team of asset managers and provide mentorship and guidance
Engage with stakeholders to foster relationships that support asset growth and sustainability
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum of 10 years of experience in asset management or real estate development
Minimum of 5 years in a leadership position
Strong knowledge of portfolio performance management and budgeting processes
Experience with affordable housing programs and LIHTC regulations
Proven track record in property management and asset performance analysis
Excellent leadership and team management skills
Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
Health, Vision, Dental
IRA
PTO
ST and LT Disability
Life and Supplemental Insurance
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Chief Digital Officer
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
BRICK EXECUTIVE SEARCH has partnered exclusively with a company that is in the midst of a rapid scaling phase driven by strong demand and operational momentum .
We are searching for a proven digital growth leader with a track record of scaling brands and revenue through data driven strategy, innovation and disciplined execution . This person combines a strategic, entrepreneurial mindset with hands on experience driving eCommerce, performance marketing and customer acquisition at scale.
Summary: The Chief Digital Officer (CDO) is responsible for driving the company's eCommerce revenue growth, profitability, and digital transformation. This role integrates commercial strategy with a strong focus on digital acceleration, customer experience, and innovative technologies that enable scaling. Supporting the Founders and partnering closely with members of the executive leadership team, this leader will design and execute strategies that maximize performance across digital commerce, and emerging platforms. The CDC will ensure the company remains at the forefront of industry innovation, driving customer-centric growth through data-driven insights, digital-first initiatives, and seamless cross-functional collaboration. The CDC will also oversee enterprise data and analytics strategy, ensuring advanced insights, AI applications, and predictive modeling to inform commercial and digital decision-making across all markets.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Commercial Strategy
Develop and implement an integrated digital commercial strategy spanning eCommerce, marketing, wholesale,with measurable growth objectives.
Monitor competitive landscape, consumer trends, and disruptive business models to continuously refine go-to-market strategies.
Drive innovation across divisions to achieve KPIs and long-term growth targets, ensuring profitability through strong financial analysis, forecasting, and P&L management.
Partner with cross-functional leaders across Finance, Merchandising, VM, and Marketing to align financial, sales, and product strategies, ensuring decisions are informed by 360 customer insights, digital performance data, and real-time analytics across all channels.
Report key metrics and digital/commercial KPIs to the executive team and board, ensuring transparency, ROI measurement, and data-informed decision-making.
Digital Commerce & Technology
Develop and lead the digital roadmap, including web optimization, UX design, new digital channel launches, and integration of emerging technologies.
Oversee digital commerce operations across .com, marketplaces social commerce platforms, driving innovation in customer engagement and conversion optimization.
Implement best-in-class tools for A/B testing, personalization, and localization to drive scaling/ expansion and enhanced customer experience.
Define processes for digital assortment, content strategy, and performance reporting to ensure scalability and alignment with growth objectives.
Partner with Technology and IT teams to ensure alignment on architecture, cybersecurity, data governance, and scalable infrastructure supporting digital initiatives.
Establish governance for enterprise data, analytics, and AI capabilities, ensuring quality, compliance, and consistency across all systems and business functions.
Oversee integration of CRM, ERP, and marketing automation systems, ensuring seamless data flow across platforms.
Champion the adoption of AI and automation capabilities in partnership with IT, ensuring their strategic application to drive efficiency, personalization, and engagement.
Own vendor and technology partner selection, management, and evaluation, ensuring best-in-class digital capabilities.
Digital Marketing & Customer Experience
Lead the performance marketing strategy across SEM, SEO, Affiliates, Paid Social, Display, Email/SMS, and new digital platforms, ensuring effective acquisition and retention.
Allocate and manage performance marketing budgets by channel with KPI-driven forecasting to maximize ROI.
Build and oversee loyalty, retention, and remarketing programs, ensuring a unified customer experience across all digital and physical channels.
Leverage consumer analytics, insights, and data mining to refine targeting, personalization, and customer engagement.
Develop a comprehensive customer lifecycle strategy that maximizes lifetime value (LTV) through segmentation, predictive modeling, and personalization.
Embed a “test, learn, and scale” culture within marketing and CX teams to accelerate innovation and responsiveness to consumer behavior shifts.
Leadership & Organizational Impact
Attract, develop, and inspire world-class talent across commercial, digital, and customer experience teams.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and agility that aligns with organizational goals.
Ensure employees and teams are aligned with a digital-first, customer-centric strategy, embedding technology-driven decision-making throughout the organization.
Serve as a forward-thinking leader, staying ahead of global retail, digital commerce, and marketing trends to continuously innovate and adapt.
Drive an inclusive, high-performance culture that values experimentation, accountability, and continuous learning.
Position Requirements:
15+ years of progressive leadership in commercial strategy, digital commerce, and global retail.
Proven track record of developing and executing integrated commercial and digital strategies that accelerate growth.
Deep expertise in digital marketing, e-commerce management
Strong financial acumen with experience managing large-scale P&L, forecasting, and revenue optimization.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and build strong external partnerships.
Customer-centric mindset with proven success in creating seamless omnichannel experiences.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic decision-making skills.
High adaptability to evolving digital tools, platforms, and market trends (expertise in RLM, Salesforce, AWS, ActionIQ, Teamwork, and/or Proximity a plus).
Experience managing vendor ecosystems, SaaS providers, and digital agencies.
Strong grasp of data privacy, global compliance, and ethical use of digital technologies.
Track record of delivering measurable results across digital revenue growth, margin improvement, customer engagement, and ROI
Demonstrated history of scaling brands
Senior Vice President, Brand & Strategy
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid) **** PLEASE make sure you are applying ONLY if you are in the Chicago area*****
Compensation: $180,000-$200,000 base + performance bonus + benefits
Employment Type: Full-time, Executive Leadership
The Opportunity
An award-winning luxury lifestyle brand is seeking a visionary marketing leader to define and elevate its global brand presence. This is a rare opportunity to lead brand strategy, creative storytelling, and digital transformation.
You'll bring together a collection of high-performing but siloed teams under a unified strategy-elevating brand sophistication, redefining digital engagement.
This role isn't about maintaining the status quo-it's about building what's next. The ideal leader combines creativity with strategic rigor, understands how to balance luxury storytelling with modern performance marketing, and can confidently guide a talented but change-weary organization through transformation.
You'll partner closely with the CEO and COO to evolve the brand architecture, reimagine marketing operations, and drive growth across both the global network brand and its luxury division.
Who You Are
A visionary strategist who sees around corners and anticipates where the industry is headed.
A creative brand builder with the confidence to take smart risks and introduce bold new ideas.
A change agent capable of inspiring legacy teams while earning trust and alignment across stakeholders.
A hands-on leader who can roll up their sleeves when needed without losing strategic altitude.
A digitally fluent marketer who understands how to blend brand storytelling with analytics, technology, and automation.
A bridge builder-able to unify disparate teams, align global and domestic priorities, and foster a shared vision.
Key Responsibilities:
Visionary Leadership & Brand Transformation
Serve as the chief architect of brand evolution, redefining how the organization competes and communicates globally.
Translate industry disruption into opportunity-helping the organization modernize, differentiate, and remain relevant amid industry consolidation and emerging digital-first competitors.
Build bridges between legacy and innovation: unify the divisions under a cohesive, forward-thinking identity.
Partner with executive leadership to clarify the organization's future positioning-balancing independence, global reach, and consumer appeal.
Reimagine brand storytelling, shifting from reactive service delivery to proactive thought leadership.
Strategic & Digital Marketing Innovation
Lead digital transformation across platforms, modernizing the organization's web, CRM, and social ecosystems.
Leverage HubSpot and emerging tools to enhance automation, personalization, and data-driven performance tracking.
Identify opportunities to expand member engagement through AI-driven content, marketing automation, and mobile-first communication.
Develop strategies that translate complex industry insights (e.g., migration trends, luxury market data) into digestible, shareable content for members and consumers.
Introduce new digital formats-short-form video, social storytelling, influencer collaborations-to keep pace with global luxury marketing trends.
Team Leadership & Organizational Realignment
Lead, mentor, and inspire a marketing organization currently spanning U.S. and global teams.
Assess current structure and talent; identify strengths, realign responsibilities, and optimize workflow for efficiency and impact.
Create a culture of collaboration, accountability, and creativity-breaking down silos and encouraging shared ownership across brands.
Partner with HR and leadership to build headcount strategically, identifying where new skills (social, analytics, UX, AI) are needed.
Balance seasoned long-tenured staff with fresh, innovative thinkers to ensure stability and progress coexist.
Luxury Portfolio & Global Network Strategy
Elevate the brand-enhancing its creative sophistication, social reach, and global recognition.
Bring parity and prestige to the core network brand, positioning it as a modern, high-caliber entity in its own right.
Oversee marketing for major events, conferences, and summits that define the brand experience for members worldwide.
Support global expansion initiatives, working cross-functionally to ensure alignment between regional and domestic marketing strategies.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Partner closely with membership, global, technology, and sales teams to ensure brand alignment and consistent messaging.
Collaborate with executive leadership to develop KPIs, performance dashboards, and measurable brand health indicators.
Represent the organization externally-serving as a brand ambassador at industry events, media opportunities, and partner meetings.
Qualifications
15+ years of progressive experience in brand, marketing, or communications leadership (agency and/or client-side).
Proven success in brand transformation, digital innovation, and luxury or lifestyle marketing.
Strong understanding of digital ecosystems (CRM, social, UX/UI, analytics); experience with HubSpot a plus.
Background in cross-functional team leadership, organizational change, and high-stakes stakeholder management.
Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience accepted. MBA a plus.
Director Asset Management
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
Bradford Allen is a Chicago-based, national commercial real estate firm that offers a full array of brokerage services to entrepreneurial, not-for-profit, and corporate business entities. Our realty services team provides strategy, marketing, and transaction execution for occupiers, investors, and owners of commercial real estate. Bradford Allen professionals create flexible solutions through a high level of expertise, persistence, and a singular focus on client objectives. Our integrated services platform includes Tenant Representation, Landlord Representation, Property & Asset Management, Consulting & Advisory Services, and Project & Construction Management.
Bradford Allen professionals create flexible solutions for our clients through their experience, commitment to solving the most difficult problems, persistence, loyalty, hard work, and a singular focus on client objectives.
Position Summary:
The Director of Asset Management will serve as the dedicated asset management professional within Bradford Allen's growing multifamily division. Reporting to the Executive Vice President of Asset Management, this individual will play a critical role in shaping the asset management function for the firm's multifamily investments. This role is responsible for overseeing the financial and operational performance of a portfolio that includes newly developed properties in lease-up as well as stabilized assets. The Director will collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure that assets meet strategic objectives, adhere to business plans, and maximize value for investors.
This position offers the opportunity to help build out the asset management framework for the multifamily division, leveraging the firm's established commercial office asset management platform while tailoring processes, policies, and best practices to multifamily investments.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Process Development: Establish asset management best practices, reporting frameworks, and operational procedures as the multifamily division scales.
Portfolio Oversight: Provide financial and operational oversight for a growing portfolio of multifamily assets, ensuring business plan execution and performance optimization.
Investment Performance Management: Monitor and drive asset performance to meet financial targets, occupancy goals, and operational benchmarks.
Budgeting & Business Planning: Lead the development and execution of annual business plans, budgets, and capital strategies for each asset.
Capital Projects & Renovations: Oversee capital improvement projects, ensuring alignment with investment objectives, timelines, and budgets.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Serve as the primary liaison between asset management and property managers, leasing agents, legal counsel, consultants, lenders, and contractors.
Investor & Lender Reporting: Oversee preparation and presentation of reporting to investors, lenders, and ownership.
Acquisitions & Due Diligence: Support the acquisitions team by providing asset management insights during underwriting, due diligence, and business plan development for new investments.
Lease-Up & Operations Optimization: Work with property management teams to drive leasing strategies, revenue growth, and operational efficiencies for new developments and existing assets.
Negotiations & Agreements: Lead or assist in negotiating property-level agreements, including leases, amendments, listing agreements, and management contracts.
Market Intelligence & Benchmarking: Maintain knowledge of industry trends, market conditions, and competitive positioning to inform strategic decision-making.
Frequent Property Tours & Site Visits to assess operations, capital needs, and overall asset performance.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, business, accounting, economics, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in asset management, acquisitions, or a related role with a focus on multifamily properties.
Strong financial and analytical skills, with experience in budgeting, financial modeling, and investment analysis.
Experience managing lease-ups for new construction multifamily developments.
Familiarity with capital projects and property-level renovations.
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate effectively with senior leadership, investors, and third-party partners.
Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to operate within a small team in a growing division.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant real estate software platforms.
Ability to travel for property visits as needed.
Benefits:
401(k) matching
AD&D & LTD insurance
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to take a leadership role in shaping the asset management strategy for a growing multifamily platform within an established real estate firm.
VP of Property Management
Chief executive officer job in Elgin, IL
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Develop and implement long-term strategies for property management operations across commercial assets.
Partner with construction and development teams to ensure seamless transitions from construction to occupancy and management.
Drive operational excellence, cost efficiency, and portfolio value growth.
Establish KPIs and performance metrics for property teams and vendors.
Operational Management
Oversee day-to-day property management operations for office, industrial, and retail assets.
Direct budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance of the managed portfolio.
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
Oversee vendor management, maintenance programs, and capital project planning.
Construction & Capital Projects
Collaborate with the construction division on new builds, renovations, and tenant improvements.
Manage integration of property management considerations into construction planning and design.
Oversee capital expenditure programs to maintain and enhance asset value.
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and develop regional property managers and operational staff.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
Provide leadership in recruiting, training, and retaining top property management talent.
Financial & Client Relations
Maintain strong relationships with ownership groups, investors, and major tenants.
Prepare and present property performance reports to executive leadership and stakeholders.
Oversee lease administration, collections, and expense control measures.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Construction Management, or related field (MBA or CPM preferred).
12+ years of progressive experience in commercial property management, including leadership over multiple asset types.
Proven experience managing property operations in conjunction with large-scale construction or redevelopment projects.
Strong financial acumen with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L oversight.
Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
Professional certifications such as CPM, RPA, or CCIM are highly desirable.
Key Competencies
Strategic and operational leadership
Construction project integration
Financial management and reporting
Tenant and stakeholder relations
Team development and mentoring
Regulatory compliance and risk management
Vice President of Brokerage
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
Job Title: Vice President of Brokerage
Reports To: Principal / Managing Partners
Cross Street is a Chicago-based real estate services firm with deep roots in property operations and client service. Cross Street combines institutional-quality expertise with entrepreneurial flexibility, offering clients a full suite of brokerage and advisory services.
Position Overview
The Vice President of Brokerage will be responsible for leading and expanding Cross Street's brokerage platform across leasing and sales. This senior role will focus on driving transaction volume, implementing career development plans for brokers, overseeing managing brokers in other markets, and innovating the systems and processes that support the team. The VP will play a key role in scaling the brokerage division, developing talent, and positioning Cross Street as a market leader.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Growth
Set the vision and growth strategy for the brokerage division across sales and leasing.
Establish clear career development paths and training programs to grow future leaders.
Recruit, mentor, and retain top brokerage talent.
Innovate and oversee training curriculum for the brokerage team.
Oversee and support managing brokers in regional markets (2+ direct reports), ensuring alignment with firm-wide goals and consistent performance standards.
Transaction Oversight
Guide negotiation strategies, deal structures, and client presentations.
Ensure a high standard of client service and execution excellence on every transaction.
Ensure transaction management standard across each office/city.
Business Development & Client Service
Drive new client relationships and grow the firm's pipeline of residential sales opportunities.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with developers and investors.
Position Cross Street as a trusted advisor through market insights and creative solutions.
Design and implement lead generation strategies.
Innovation & Systems
Implement tools and technologies to enhance brokerage productivity and tracking.
Develop standardized processes for pipeline management, reporting, and client communication.
Drive innovation in how brokerage services are marketed, measured, and delivered.
Market Knowledge
Stay ahead of market trends in Chicago and other key markets.
Translate market intelligence into actionable strategies for brokers and clients.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, or related field.
8+ years of experience in residential real estate brokerage, with a strong background in both leasing and sales.
Proven track record of building teams and scaling brokerage operations.
Strong leadership and coaching skills with a passion for developing talent.
Experience managing brokerage operations across multiple markets.
Strong understanding of brokerage systems, technology, and process optimization.
Excellent negotiation, relationship management, and communication skills.
What We Offer
Compensation: $175,000-$200,000 + Profit Share
Comprehensive benefits package including Medical (BCBS), Dental and Vision Insurance
Paid time off: 15 vacation days and 5 sick days
Leadership opportunity to shape and scale a brokerage division.
Oversight of a growing, multi-market platform.
Access to Cross Street's established network.
A collaborative and entrepreneurial culture committed to innovation and career growth.
VP Asset Management
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
🚀 VP of Asset Management
📍 Chicago Loop (Hybrid 3/2 schedule)
We're partnering with a top-tier private equity real estate investment firm to hire a Vice President of Asset Management for their housing based portfolio. This role offers high visibility across the organization and direct collaboration with senior leadership.
Why This Role?
Equity participation + strong bonus program
Hands-on exposure to portfolio strategy, capital projects, and vendor negotiations
Formal mentorship with a Partner
Inclusive, team-oriented culture with firm-wide event
What We're Looking For:
5-10 years of progressive real estate asset management experience
Senior Housing, Student Housing, Multifamily, or Manufactured housing background
Proven leadership and management track record
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Boutique Director
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
WHO WE ARE
Maria Pinto is a fashion futurist and artist that believes women should “cultivate their eye and explore their own look”, celebrate themselves, and find confidence in embracing their own unique image.
Initially differentiating herself styling iconic women for breathtaking luxury events, (First Lady Michelle Obama, Oprah, Brooke Shields and many other inspirational leaders) in 2013 Maria recognized that women were evolving their own sense of power and confidence leading her to start a movement of sustainable and beautiful fashion, that supports every woman's need to feel fabulous every day.
This is a unique opportunity to join early and make a significant impact-sharing in the success while benefiting from the strength of the Maria Pinto brand, a product that deeply resonates with its target audience, and strong, rapidly growing sales momentum.
WHO YOU ARE
The Boutique Director is an integral role that directly impacts the success of the Maria Pinto brand, specifically in our River North location. We're looking for a fearless leader with an entrepreneurial mindset with people development experience. You will be expected to facilitate and supervise daily operations on site and ensure that all direct reports work together effectively to achieve individual and store sales goals, while providing an exceptional client experience as the face of the brand.
You're a seasoned professional in the luxury fashion industry. Our leaders at Maria Pinto are sophisticated and driven individuals who know how to keep their team focused and inspired, leading by example. You must have a passion for developing an elevated team focused on acquiring and retaining a loyal client base. We encourage an innovative workplace to strategically drive the business by being a master problem technician, so you should be comfortable challenging the status quo with your entrepreneurial spirit. You're client obsessed and take pride in the overall client journey both in store and online. You represent the Maria Pinto brand and present our culture, making authentic connections with every client.
Develop plans to exceed sales goals with strong execution with little to no guidance.
Coach, develop, and practice radical candor to ensure the success of all front line staff and uphold boutique standards. This includes individual performance management with discretion and executing on Performance Improvement Plans as you see fit.
Proactively monitor in-store product inventory with keen attention to detail and collaborate with internal partners to uphold visual merchandising strategies.
Manage client escalations and ensure all interactions result in client satisfaction and retention of brand loyalty.
Conduct regular team meetings by reviewing analytics and communicating wins and areas of opportunities.
Master knowledge on brand history, current product offerings, inventory, and upcoming collections.
Act as a source of truth for standard operating procedures.
In addition to client retention, Boutique Managers should think outside of the box to expand our client outreach and acquire new business.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE
5+ years of leadership in Retail Management and People Development.
Previous experience working with affluent clients and luxury brands
Full understanding of specialty retail, including business development, visual merchandising, and boutique operations
Commitment to providing expert customer service, quality operations and an unparalleled level of professionalism
Exceptional interpersonal skills, persuasiveness, and conflict resolution with superb follow through
Ability to adapt in a dynamic, high growth environment - as the one constant is change in our current stage of scaling the business and catering to client feedback
Exceptional communications, both verbal and written, necessary with internal and external partners
Strong time management and organizational skills
Willingness to work a flexible schedule and must be available to work weekends
Proficiency of retail point of sale system (Shopify preferred), Google Suite, Word, and Excel
Must be able to lift, carry or otherwise move objects weighing up to 30 pounds when merchandising the sales floor and use ladders or stairs
Proficiency in another language is an asset
COMPENSATION
$110,000 annually, plus performance-based bonuses.
President - United Ground Express
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network. Come join us to create what's next. Let's define tomorrow, together.
Description
Key Responsibilities:
Directly responsible for United Ground Express (UGE), a wholly owned subsidiary of United Airlines. Oversight of corporate infrastructure, operational strategies, and financial governance. Since 2015, UGE has grown to over 64 locations across the United States and to more than 7,000 employees. UGE delivers top-tier service providing customer service, station operations, ramp, baggage handling and cargo service for United and other airlines.
Hub Services
* Oversight for managing the Passenger Assistance team at airport locations and delivering United's flyer friendly service to our customers as well as ensuring compliance with all safety, quality, and compliance standards established by United Ground Express, United Airlines, and any regulatory authorities.
* Agents will perform a variety of duties within the airport, including wheelchair service, curbside check-in, baggage assistance, security duties, queue line assistance, etc.
Operations
* Directional Oversight to Stations, Operations Safety & Security, Performance Standards & Goals Vendor Relations - Contracts, Government & Regulatory Interface
* Responsible for fueling, cargo and airport ground handling operations, including the leaders and teams above and below the wing as required, at UGE contracted stations.
Labor
* Responsible for contract negotiations with IAM
* Develops and maintains relationships with union leaders.
* Consults with United LR service level agreement on grievances, investigations, and discipline.
* Provides leadership and direction to UGE leadership.
Finance
* Direct oversight with Finance team in developing and leading departmental financial strategy, ensuring the accurate booking of financial data and for the creation of accurate budgets and forecasts to allow for informed decision making and accurate external financial guidance.
* Supports UGE Finance leadership through financial analysis to support decision making and labor negotiations optimizing the financial performance of the company.
* Ensures that UGE is following internal policies and procedures established by the corporate governance authorities.
* Oversees procurement of new and existing contracts and awards for UGE
Human Resources
* HR Policies and Procedures
* Compensation
* Benefits
* Performance Management
* Employee Relations & Field Support
* Recognition Programs
* Management & Administrative Recruiting
* Front line Recruiting
* Ethics & Compliance
* Affirmative Action Plans
United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the "desired" qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!
Qualifications
What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
* 12+ years of relative professional experience
* 7 years in a managerial role with 8 years Operational Experience with major or regional air carrier, or ground handler
* Financial Acumen
* Interpersonal relationship skills
* Strong leadership skills include solid communication, visionary mindset, and ability to motivate and lead others.
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.
You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.
Chief of Staff to the CEO
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
For more than three decades, Aeris has been a trusted cellular IoT leader enabling the biggest IoT programs and opportunities across Automotive, Utilities and Energy, Fleet Management and Logistics, Medical Devices, and Manufacturing. Our IoT technology expertise serves a global ecosystem of 7,000 enterprise customers and 30 mobile network operator partners, and 90 million IoT devices across the world. Aeris powers today's connected smart world with innovative technologies and borderless connectivity that simplify management, enhance security, optimize performance, and drive growth.
We are looking for a Chief of Staff to work closely with the entire leadership team globally to lead the next stage of growth. The COS requires a highly organized, strategic and resourceful leader with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. As a force multiplier and key advisor, this role ensures the smooth operation of the executive office by prioritizing tasks, overseeing project execution, and leading communications on behalf of the executive office across the organization. This role will play a key role in driving the CEO's priorities, optimizing his time, and ensuring seamless execution of strategic initiatives. The COS supports the executive office in analyzing data, and providing insights to inform decision-making, particularly as it relates to overall strategic planning. This role not only tracks progress of strategic initiatives and key performance indicators of others but will also be called upon to lead specific programs or projects at the executive level.
Key Areas of Impact
Own and drive the operating rhythm of the business-coordinating bi-weekly leadership syncs, monthly reviews, quarterly planning, board meeting preparations, and executive-level communications
Drive cross-functional alignment across departments (Marketing, HR, Product, Finance) to ensure clarity of objectives, timely information flow, and accountability for company-wide initiatives
Act as project manager and right hand to the CEO in coordinating internal and external engagements with key stakeholders
Support and manage high-priority strategic initiatives, including the design and execution of the company's Generative AI program in partnership with technical leadership
Work in close collaboration with executive leadership to assess new business opportunities and make recommendations based on competitive, market, and internal data
Facilitate strategic planning cycles, including development of multi-year strategic roadmaps, financial models, and enterprise scorecards to track progress against key company goals
Design and implement operational governance models and tools that enhance leadership decision-making and business execution
Translate the CEO's vision and priorities into actionable plans and programs and ensure continuous follow-through and reporting on progress
Ideal Candidate will have
8+ years of experience with a fast-growing tech organization and/or top-tier strategy/management consulting
Strong analytical, research and problem solving-skills
Deep project management and organizational skills, with experience managing a significant number of active workstreams or projects simultaneously
Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including development of presentations and keynotes
Appreciation for In-office culture
Demonstrated experience leading and managing a small team within the executive office, delegating tasks, and fostering collaboration
Master's degree or equivalent education plus experience in business administration
The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may also be modified in the future. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.
The salary range for this role is $240,000 to $280,000.
Aeris offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical / dental / vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. As part of our hiring process, Aeris may conduct background checks to verify the information provided in your application and assess your suitability for the role. The scope and type of checks will comply with the applicable laws and regulations of the country where the position is based. Additional detail will be provided via the formal application process.
Aeris walks the walk on diversity.We are a brilliant mix of varying ethnicities, backgrounds, religions, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages and professional/personal/military experiences - and that's by design. Different perspectives are essential to our culture, innovative process and competitive edge. Aeris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Auto-ApplyCEO/Superintendent, Chicago Public Schools
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
Job Description: About Chicago Public Schools Chicago Public Schools (CPS), the fourth-largest school district in the nation, is at a defining moment in its history as we seek a visionary leader to help shape our next chapter. Serving over 325,000 students across 634 schools with an annual budget just under $10 billion, CPS is a system of scale, complexity, and possibilities.
Following a historic milestone in the fall of 2024, CPS is now governed by a newly structured hybrid Board of Education, comprised of both elected and appointed members.
This means greater representation and voice from parents, students, and community to the district's leadership.
Together, our 21-member Board oversees 10 districts of the city and is actively seeking a bold, equity-driven, and innovative CEO/Superintendent to lead CPS into its next era.
We are proud to be home to some of the highest-performing schools in the nation and we have made measurable progress in critical areas, including academic recovery post-pandemic and rising graduation rates.
We have launched an ambitious 5-year strategic plan, rooted in culturally relevant curriculum and restorative principles that are rigorous and engaging, so every student has joyful learning experiences.
And yet, our mission is far from complete.
We are committed to closing opportunity gaps, especially for our Black and Latino students, supporting the needs of our vibrant and expanding immigrant communities, adding more students and families to our school enrollment, and ensuring that our highest-need schools receive the resources and supports required for transformative success.
About the CEO/Superintendent Role The CEO/Superintendent is charged with carrying out the mission, vision, and strategic priorities established in partnership with the Board of Education.
This role leads the day-to-day implementation of the district's priorities, managing the leadership team that executes on the district's vision, and setting the direction that will enable the district to realize its strategic plan.
We are seeking a leader who is ready to think big, embrace innovation, collaborate, and build an equitable, student-centered future.
This is a moment of extraordinary promise - and the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of hundreds of thousands of students, families, and communities across Chicago.
Explore the job prospectus to learn more about Chicago Public Schools, priorities identified by community stakeholders, and the district's five-year strategic plan.
RequirementsYour Key Responsibilities Ensure that every student experiences high-quality, joyful, and culturally responsive learning Advocate for and cultivate safe, engaging learning environments that fully support all of our students, including multilingual learners, students with disabilities, and students with diverse learning styles and needs.
Prepare each and every one of our students for career and college by strengthening programming from PK-16, beginning with our earliest learners in PK4, all the way to high school graduation, and ensure that students graduate with credits for college and/or the skills and path to the career of their choice.
Implement a clear and coherent plan that will fully actualize our five-year strategic plan.
Identify successful programs already occurring and solidify or expand them.
Mobilize action across board members, administrators, teachers, parents, students, civic, philanthropic, community organizations, labor partners, and state leadership in support of the strategic plan and our vision for student success.
Invest in our youngest students through early childhood programming, with a particular goal of ensuring that all students learn to read confidently by the third grade.
Lead the successful implementation of research-based instructional programs that address opportunity gaps, particularly for communities that have been historically underserved.
Steward financial stability and sustainability for CPSCPS faces very real structural financial challenges.
The CEO/Superintendent will need to provide the CPS community with an honest and transparent understanding of the current state of CPS's finances.
Address our facilities footprint compared to our current student enrollment, and lead thoughtful and transparent consideration and planning to protect the district's overall financial sustainability.
This may include finding new innovative solutions, as well as difficult possibilities such as school closures, consolidations, or re-zonings.
Secure education funding: fight for alternative revenue sources and/or state support to address pension problems and to ensure adequate funding for CPS.
Manage complex financial strategies such as issuing bonds for infrastructure projects or securing grants to fund key initiatives.
Build a financial plan and roadmap that includes investments in modernizing schools, improving technology, and supporting teachers.
Analyze the CPS budget and identify inefficiencies, redundancies, and opportunities for reallocating funds toward critical areas like teacher support, infrastructure, and technology.
Align resources with the needs of students.
Prioritize funding for under-resourced schools, early childhood education, and mental health services, while ensuring that the district's finances are balanced and sustainable.
Support, develop, and retain a strong leadership team to deliver on CPS's vision and mission Attract, cultivate, manage and coach a strong, cohesive leadership team from senior leadership all the way to network chiefs and deputies.
Ensure that these teams work in alignment to operationalize and deliver the district's 5-year strategic plan.
Create the conditions for staff to collaborate, seek support, feel valued, and be empowered to demonstrate their best work on behalf of the students they serve.
Assess team and individual skills, identify development needs, and provide feedback and support to improve practice, build capacity, and maximize talent.
Hold self and others accountable for high standards of performance, communication, collaboration and transparency toward the achievement of key goals and priorities.
Work to ensure that the leadership of the district is representative of our student population.
Partner with our communities to guide and accelerate the work of the district Expand partnership and connection with our community by learning what matters to our students, families and communities, and using this insight to inform key decisions and enhance learning for each student.
Cultivate trust among board members, district staff, teachers, leaders, and core stakeholders to establish a clear and compelling vision for purposeful engagement, rigorous academic experiences, and organizational effectiveness that has a direct and measurable impact on student outcomes.
Build systems that enable stakeholders to meaningfully shape curriculum, teacher supports, wraparound services, student-centered school climates, meaningful parent engagement, and inclusive school leadership.
Sustain productive relationships with our unions and employee associations in the district to amplify coherence, build shared understanding, and promote consistent communication.
Engage the city's dedicated community-based organizations, philanthropy, and business community to invest in and support the district's vision for student success.
Support a diverse system of excellent schools in every Chicago neighborhood Operationalize a vision for world class, affirming, neighborhood public schools that are accessible to every family within walking distance of their home.
Support and encourage collaboration and learning across the district's impressive diversity of schools, including our community schools, magnet, specialized programs, arts, International Baccalaureate (IB) and other offerings.
Ensure the ongoing authorization, evaluation, and effectiveness of the city's charter schools.
Address inequities in opportunities, systems, and programming offered across our schools.
Champion our schools by communicating transparently, and changing the narrative about our schools Increase dialogue and cooperation with key local, state, and national groups and organizations.
Represent the district as needed at the local and state level to advocate for district resources and support for district success.
Communicate and collaborate with members of the Board, advising the Board on initiatives and issues in the district; provide leadership to enable the Board to function effectively.
Speak authentically with stakeholders about what is happening in the district - communicate with integrity and openness.
Engage others as part of the CPS vision, in a way that inspires families to stay in the district, and invites new families to join or rejoin our schools.
Navigate politically complex structures, relationships and dynamics to challenge ideas and enable thoughtful decisions and positive outcomes for students.
Core Competencies - the skills, values, and knowledge that you will bring with you to the role Strong and Clear CommunicationDemonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to connect and engage with diverse stakeholders.
Delivers difficult or complex messaging in a way that can be readily understood by various stakeholder groups.
Leads with empathy and humility; listens to understand, and seeks feedback to improve communication and relationships.
Engages in transparent decision making, sharing with stakeholders how their input informed final decisions.
Maintains consistent visibility and ensures the organization's accessibility to stakeholders.
Political AcumenEffectively assesses and navigates informal and formal power structures, both within the organization, and across local, regional, and national government structures.
Considers the school system as part of a larger network of entities that must integrate and align for every Chicago resident to thrive; and is prepared to openly collaborate with other leaders and institutions as such.
Works productively to resolve conflict while maintaining alliances and partnerships that are critical for overall district success.
Community-Centered LeadershipViews families, students, staff and partners as assets; passionate about bringing in other voices, feedback and perspectives.
Builds coalitions and fosters collaborative relationships with others that are impactful and sustainable.
Believes that education must be grounded in both academic expertise and community wisdom, and has the skills and inclination to change policy, practice, and resource alignment in CPS and school operations to reflect this.
Seeks out the voices of marginalized communities to ensure well-rounded and diverse input on key strategies.
Equity-Driven LeadershipUnderstands the histories of harm, oppression, racism, and disinvestment that have shaped Chicago and CPS as it is today; and is committed to disrupting that legacy inside and outside the classroom.
Displays the will and skill to interrupt inequitable processes, systems, and practices through intentional analysis and honest dialogue; goes beyond recognition of racial disparities and takes responsibility, action, and accountability to improve the experience and outcomes for students, staff and families.
Fosters, promotes, and drives a culture of inclusion in the organization and commits to strengthen equitable practices in the district's planning, prioritization and implementation of key initiatives.
Creates authentic, meaningful relationships across lines of difference (race, ethnicity, gender, age, socioeconomic background, LGBTQIA+ status, etc.
) both internally and externally.
Demonstrates cultural fluency, responsiveness, and awareness while approaching the work with a strong equity lens to establish a culture of growth and a learning mindset around issues of equity and inclusion.
Innovation and Systems PerspectiveThinks expansively; able to find new and innovative solutions to seemingly intractable challenges.
Analyzes complex situations and data before making decisions, and then sets clear metrics for success, monitors progress and honestly acknowledges mistakes when something does not go as planned.
Operates at a micro and macro level, paying acute attention to detail while balancing the overarching goals with detailed steps to achieve the district's objectives and priorities.
Effectively prioritizes competing demands, and willingly makes difficult decisions - and thoughtfully pushes back when necessary - in the best interest of the district as a whole.
Capacity Building and Team ChampionModels and fosters conditions for professional growth and organizational learning through continuous feedback, honesty, and coaching.
Empowers direct reports to provide frequent and open feedback regarding district practices and policies, and to elevate the impact the team's work has on stakeholders.
Supports a collaborative and healthy work environment with mutual respect to achieve ambitious goals.
Models professional growth and learning through continuous feedback, honesty, reflection, and coaching.
Background and ExperiencesSignificant experience working in the field of public education, with experience in a direct student-facing role strongly preferred.
Demonstrated track record of improving student outcomes, ideally in an urban public school district setting.
Experience addressing equity across a system of schools, with measurable and concrete improvements.
Proven experiences building meaningful partnerships with community leaders and organizations.
Experience in community, parent, and/or youth organizing is a plus.
Administrative experience leading an organization matching the scale and complexity of an urban school system; including managing a budget and leadership team supporting multiple units or organizations.
Successful experience working in diverse economic, multicultural, and multilingual communities and environments.
Proven cultural-competence skills with a history of inclusive and relevant equity practices.
Community school experience preferred.
Deep understanding of the complexity of education systems and evidence of leading large scale change in urban public school contexts.
Experience and successful track record of collaboration with labor unions and collective bargaining units.
Experience working in conjunction with a board to identify priorities, establish goals, monitor progress, and produce outcomes in service to stakeholders.
Must hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License, with a Superintendent endorsement as issued by the Illinois State Board of Education, or an equivalent credential from another state.
BenefitsSalary and Benefits Salary for this integral leadership position is competitive, and commensurate with prior experience.
In addition, a comprehensive benefits package will be included in the ultimate offer for the identified sole finalist.
We look forward to discussing details with you as the interview process progresses.
Co-CEO, REACH Pathways
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
Job DescriptionDescription:
Co-CEO, REACH Pathways
Location: Remote (Hybrid if in Chicago) | Full-time | Reports to: Board of Directors
REACH Pathways™ is the award-winning platform reimagining how young people explore careers, build skills, and connect with opportunity. Recognized by
Fast Company's World Changing Ideas
,
SXSW Pitch
,
Chicago Innovation Awards
, and others, REACH is preparing the next generation for a workforce transformed by AI, automation, and a generational divide.
Built with and for learners, REACH delivers career guidance personalized by AI, structured skill-building, and near-peer mentorship to drive long-term success. Backed by 30 years of proven outcomes through Chicago Scholars, REACH serves under-resourced students across 40+ states and is rapidly scaling through partnerships with colleges, employers, nonprofits, and school districts.
The Opportunity
REACH is seeking a visionary Co-CEO to help lead our next stage of growth. You'll join a company with a 12-month+ runway, rapid user growth (2,000+ and rising), strong partner traction, and exceptional user feedback (including a 70% retention rate and 20% referral rate). You will share executive leadership alongside our current Co-CEO and Co-Founder and be directly responsible for business growth, go-to-market strategy, product-market fit, and investor relations.
This is a rare opportunity to co-lead a mission-driven, revenue-generating edtech startup with national momentum, a differentiated product, and a deep commitment to under-resourced youth.
Requirements:
Key Responsibilities
Market Leadership & Growth
Own and lead go-to-market strategy across multiple verticals: employers, colleges, nonprofits, and school districts
Drive and close new business deals to grow ARR across revenue streams including licensing, partnerships, sponsorships, and job placement
Deepen product-market fit through user and partner feedback loops
Fundraising & Investor Relations
Lead the next investment round (pre-Series A), working closely with advisors and current funders
Cultivate investor relationships, manage data room and diligence, and provide regular investor updates
Strategy & Execution
Make core business decisions on product direction, pricing, operations, and scaling strategy
Maintain alignment with REACH's mission, values, and impact goals in alignment with the mission, values, and impact goals of Chicago Scholars, while ensuring a sustainable profitable business model
Co-lead quarterly planning and OKR processes with executive team
Leadership & Culture
Manage a growing cross-functional team (product, tech, employability, operations)
Serve as co-leader of the company, building a strong, mission-aligned, and accountable culture
Lead board meetings, strategic planning, and organizational pivots when necessary
The anticipated salary range for the role is $175,000-$190,000 with a short- and long-term bonus structure and competitive benefits.
Who You Are
Must-Have Experience
10+ years in edtech, youth development, workforce development, or adjacent fields
Proven experience leading a high-growth startup or early-stage company (CEO, GM, or senior exec role)
Demonstrated ability to raise capital from institutional or mission-aligned investors
Track record of selling to education systems, employers, or public/private sector partners
What You Bring
Strategic thinker who thrives in ambiguity, adapts quickly, and makes data-informed decisions
Mission-first leader who deeply understands the challenges facing under-resourced youth
Passion for building tech that drives equity, opportunity, and long-term impact
Clear communicator and inspiring storyteller who can galvanize funders, partners, and team members
Strong understanding of edtech, AI's implications on work, and the future of learning
Proven track record in product sales and revenue growth
Why Join REACH
Join a fast-scaling, award-winning company redefining access to opportunity
Lead with purpose-and results-with a model backed by decades of research and impact
Work with a team that believes in bold moves, not small tweaks
Shape the future of college and career readiness, equity in AI, and youth-centered innovation
Chief Finance and Operations Officer
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
One Million Degrees accelerates community college students' progress on career pathways to economic mobility.
Over 60% of students who start community college do not complete a degree or successfully transfer to a four-year institution. However, 84% of jobs in the US require skills training beyond high school. OMD's holistic support model is designed to support community college students as they work toward degrees and careers. From personal and academic coaches to financial assistance and professional development, OMD helps community college students succeed in school, work, and life, transforming their futures and the futures of those around them for generations.
The OMD student support model is rooted in evaluation and evidence: A randomized controlled trial conducted with the University of Chicago Inclusive Economy Lab shows that OMD scholars are 70% more likely to enroll, 94% more likely to persist, 73% more likely to earn a degree.
Currently, OMD serves scholars in all 7 of the City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) and is scaling to reach nearly 3,000 Chicago students by 2026. In addition to its unique CCC partnership, OMD partners with employers across industries to build on-ramps to in-demand jobs through internships and apprenticeships. Alongside this direct service work in Chicago, OMD is also experiencing rapid growth working with higher education institutions and additional partners across Illinois and nationwide, supporting them to build holistic student support models.
Through this growing body of work, OMD continues to have a profound impact in Chicagoland while becoming a national model for sustainable, scalable, and systemic change.
OMD Values:
OMD is deeply committed to our core values, as demonstrated in the work we do, our approach to change and growth, and our commitment to our staff.
Equity: We address historical and existing systemic inequities by taking a holistic approach to supporting students on their path to economic mobility.
Excellence: We hold ourselves to a high bar and provide exceptional support so that students are empowered to achieve their ambitions.
Community: We unite around putting students first, collaborating with partners, and celebrating our collective wins.
Learning: We each adapt to a changing world and refine our approach to support students, community members, staff, and stakeholders along the way.
Amplify: We advocate for our students and share what we've learned as leaders in the field.
Position Summary:
One Million Degrees (OMD) seeks a strategic, data-informed, and operationally innovative Chief Finance and Operations Officer (CFOO) to steward the organization's financial health and operational excellence into the future. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CFOO will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, providing oversight of finance, accounting, human resources, compliance, technology, and facilities while driving new systems, policies, and initiatives that enhance efficiency and impact.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, embraces change, and brings a strategic mindset to scaling organizations. Partnering closely with the CEO, the CFOO will play a pivotal role in shaping OMD's strategic plan, ensuring the organization is positioned to meet growing needs, expand its reach, and deepen its impact on scholars' economic mobility. This includes fostering a culture of accountability and innovation while serving as a primary liaison to the Board of Directors on financial and operational matters.
Grounded in OMD's commitment to social and racial justice, the CFOO will lead with vision, collaboration, and integrity, building on OMD's strong history while advancing its infrastructure and operational capacity to meet future opportunities and scale aspirations. This is a unique opportunity for an accomplished financial and operations leader to join a mission-driven, rapidly scaling organization and help transform the lives of students nationwide.
Specific duties and responsibilities include:
Providing ultimate oversight to the organization's financial, administrative, and human resources activities;
Working with Leadership Team colleagues to establish the organizational operations strategy and evaluate progress against strategic goals;
Overseeing annual operating budget currently $14M, working closely with finance team to ensure excellent fiscal stewardship and transparency, ensuring strategic budget forecasting and annual planning, and conducting financial modeling and analysis to support current and emerging bodies of work;
Auditing, implementing, and maintaining existing internal systems, moving existing systems from a manual to an automated approach;
Providing oversight to public funding and grant management activities, and reviewing and systematizing a growing portfolio of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) to ensure alignment with organizational strategy, operational feasibility, and compliance standards;
Offering insight to interdepartmental initiatives while developing consultative working relationships throughout the organization;
Managing OMD's facilities and lease agreements, negotiating where appropriate;
Driving knowledge management activities and processes to improve quality and efficiency of operations;
Ensuring excellence in core HR functions including supporting the employee lifecycle, performance management, and benefits administration;
Ensuring optimal software platforms and technology infrastructure;
Managing relationship with OMD legal counsel;
Ensuring that key functions are operating in conjunction with one another to maximize impact;
Implementing strategic changes based on data, circumstances, and sound reasoning;
Collaborating with, mentoring, and supporting staff over the Finance, Operations, Technology, Compliance and Human Resources functions including labor responsibilities as OMD is partially unionized;
Leading and developing a high functioning team that embodies a culture of service excellence and achieves performance expectations; and
Overseeing other responsibilities as they arise, such as timely and accurate financial and regulatory reporting, contract review, indirect cost rate negotiation, oversight of defined contribution retirement plan and reporting, institutional operating and capital budget planning and oversight, cash forecasting, and board finance committee engagement.
Qualifications and Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have the following professional and personal background:
Bachelor's degree in business-related field required, and MBA or professional certification such as CPA or CFA preferred
Proven experience as a CFO, COO, or senior finance/operations leader in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization, and 7+ years of management experience
Deep expertise in nonprofit finance, accounting, and compliance
Demonstrated success in scaling organizations and leading change
Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills; fluent in data-informed management
Exceptional communication and leadership abilities
Strong collaborative spirit, embodying a team player and enterprise success-focused mindset
Experience working closely with a Board of Directors
Additionally, a successful candidate will have the following skills, competencies, and characteristics:
Financial & Operational Expertise
Proven experience overseeing core business functions - finance, human resources, information technology, facilities, and compliance - in a scaling organization, and a track record in budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
Rigor and insight needed to build out systems, policies, and infrastructure that enable stability and growth, particularly in resource-constrained or evolving environments.
Strong financial acumen to ensure rigorous accounting and compliance while aligning resources with long-term organizational strategy and growth.
Experience overseeing annual financial audits and additional financial reporting requirements, and in driving a culture of compliance to ensure audit readiness.
Proven ability to take an end-to-end view of operations, redesigning and integrating cross-functional systems and processes to drive organizational efficiency and impact, and a track record of driving transformation.
Experience leading complex organizational change, bringing staff along in transitions while ensuring adoption and accountability.
Uses data, metrics, and analysis to drive continuous improvement and guide organizational decision-making.
Collaborative partner to senior leadership and the Board, ensuring transparency and operational excellence.
Strategic & Visionary Leadership
Adept at setting long-term goals, forecasting future needs, and navigating ambiguity.
Decisive yet collaborative in setting priorities, delegating, and ensuring accountability.
Creative problem solver who can simplify complexity and overcome obstacles to achieve goals.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to adapt strategies as the organization grows.
Equity-Driven Change Agent
Brings a builder's mindset to establish foundational tools, like standard operating procedures, employee handbooks, vendor agreements, and team calendars, and leads teams through operational change with transparency, consistency, and care.
Experienced leading change and executing strategy in complex environments.
Balances collaboration with decisiveness to drive progress efficiently.
Champions equity, inclusion, and belonging in organizational systems and culture.
Inspires innovation and entrepreneurial thinking across teams.
Team Leadership & Culture Building
Skilled coach and facilitator who develops high-performing, mission-driven teams.
Fluency in HR practices for managing both unionized and unaffiliated staff.
Fosters transparency, empowerment, and accountability while valuing staff voice.
Deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in practice and culture.
Builds trust and strong relationships with staff, partners, and Board members.
Maintains clarity and composure in high-stakes moments, and demonstrates executive presence, political astuteness, and the judgment needed to manage complexity.
Mission Alignment
Passionate about OMD's mission to advance economic mobility.
Leads with empathy, respect, integrity, and authenticity.
Motivated to address systemic inequities and support student success.
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The salary range for this role is $180,000 - $205,000 plus annual bonus eligibility.*
Full Health Benefits - Provided for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision. OMD pays 100% of individual's basic monthly health premium and 80% dependent coverage.
Employee assistance program, which offers confidential emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance, financial resources, and more.
Retirement Benefits - For full-time employees, OMD matches retirement contributions up to 4% of total salary.
Generous Paid Time Off Policy - OMD has 12 paid holidays and offers up to 15 days PTO in year one; in addition to two weeks paid time off for winter break.
Compensatory time for designated duties performed outside of normal work hours**.
Monthly cell phone and internet reimbursement up to $50/month.
12 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents.
Professional Learning Opportunities - OMD supports employee development in areas relevant to professional and organizational goals and will pay for training such as workshops and conferences as agreed upon by the employee and supervisor.
Hybrid Work Schedule - Currently one in-office day required per week; other days can be remote (in-person day set by you and your manager), and additional in-office days may be needed based on organizational priorities.
*To allow OMD to set salaries based on market data and internal equity, and to ensure fair and equal pay for every role, we offer our best offer first.
**All employees are expected to work a set number of Saturdays and evening hours per year due to organizational-wide events.
One Million Degrees is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation, and evaluate all candidates based on merit.
Auto-ApplySmart Coos Virtual Bilingual Guide
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
ARE YOU BILINGUAL? You are? Well, you are exactly who we are looking for! If you speak a language other than English or know American Sign Language and have experience working with kids please apply at ************************* . We will contact you for an interview ASAP.
Job Description
Smart Coos Virtual Bilingual Guide
Smart Coos works very hard to develop and deliver an inspiring curriculum for young children and need people who believe in making that happen. There is room to grow with our company if you have the right team-player attitude and are ready to create an unforgettable experience for kids each week. If this is you, we can't wait to meet you!
Compensation
Salary for this position is very competitive and commensurate with experience.
Additional Information
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We will contact you for an interview ASAP.
Qualified bilingual individuals from any state within the United States are encouraged to apply.
Vice President & General Manager, Ready-Mix Operations
Chief executive officer job in Bridgeview, IL
WELCOME TO VCNA! We are VCNA Prairie, part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA). As the North American operations of Votorantim Cimentos, a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader in 11 countries, we are helping to make a positive impact and are transforming our world. We have a culture built on solid partnerships, long-lasting relationships, and opportunities for those who want to learn, grow and be part of a diverse and dynamic culture.
With solutions that include cement, ready-mix concrete and aggregates, we help to build homes, highways, hospitals, buildings, bridges, and schools across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and Northeast United States. Our commitment to excellence can be seen in those who invest and believe in what we do, those who share their lives with us, those who trust in our deliveries and those committed to innovation and a sustainable future.
Every day, we have the chance to accomplish something new and you're invited to be part of it.
Summary/Job Scope:
This position is responsible for devoting all its time and attention to sales and operations of Prairie's NIL & CIL operations. Also coordinates the activities of the long- term strategic and capital planning for Prairie's NIL & CIL operations and the implementation of the key strategic projects of the plan.
Key Responsibilities:
* Overall responsibility for coordinating functions and directing operations and commercial strategy between departments at plants and for reviewing activity reports and financial statements to determine progress and status in attaining production and profitability objectives.
* Ensures that Prairie establishes and achieves appropriate financial, growth and safety targets of performance. Final and direct responsibility for safety results.
* Provides strategic direction for growth, initiatives, and expansion. Guides the development of new markets and channels to support growth. Responsible for five-year strategic planning. Develop supply side logistics plan to support operations.
* Ensures collaborative business planning within Prairie's NIL and CIL regions and VCNA. Ensures standardization of VCNA corporate goals and initiatives within Prairie's NIL and CIL regions.
* Develops annual budget, monitors performance, and adjusts strategy to ensure maximum returns are being realized, and allocates operating budget. Maximizes profit margin through strategic planning. Final P&L, capital allocation, and performance responsibility.
* Ensures effective succession planning and career development. Provides mentoring to direct reports.
* Serves as a role model in the areas of leadership, teamwork, customer focus, continuous improvement, safety & health, wellness and environmental stewardship to ensure alignment with the company's vision and critical success factors. Develops relationships with other key leaders and stakeholders within industry, such as agencies, associations, major suppliers and contractors.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree in related field.
* Ten to fifteen years related operations and sales experience.
* Displays expertise in all areas of ready mix and cement manufacturing.
* Ability to manage, direct and engage employees in daily and long-term plans of the business' needs.
* Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.
* Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
* Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style.
* Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
* Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations.
* Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
* Ability to visualize, articulate, and solve both complex problems and concepts and make decisions that are sensible and based on available information. Ability to apply logical thinking to gathering and analyzing information, designing and testing solutions to problems, and formulating plans.
* Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Note:
* This job description may not cover all duties and requirements and may include additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Being part of VCNA is being part of building famous landmarks such as Toronto's CN Tower, Roy Thompson Hall, Maple Leaf Gardens and the Darlington Nuclear Station and Ryerson Centre, St. Regis Chicago and 150 N. Riverside, Louis High-Speed Rail in Chicago and more
* Opportunities to collaborate with teams around the globe and growth opportunities in different areas
* Training, professional development
* Access to Employees Resource Groups (ERGs), including SheBuilds, which fosters mentorship, leadership development and community support for women at VCNA
* Tuition reimbursement/assistance
* Competitive wages, vacation and holiday time
* Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
* RRSP and DC (CAN) and 401K (U.S.)
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP): confidential support for you and your family (CAN)
* Educational scholarship program for dependents of regular salaried employees.
* Fertility drug coverage
* Paid Maternity Leave Top Up
Salary Range: $200,000-$225,000
This posting is for a vacant position.
OUR PEOPLE
We care about people - all people. At VCNA, we take safety, health and wellness seriously. We're dedicated to giving our employees a safe workplace, our neighbors a safe environment and our customers a high-quality and safe product. Safety first -and always!
Our VC Way reflects who we are, inspiring us to unite our culture and be our best: Our Way of Being: ethical and respectful, Our Way of Working: together with excellence and Our Way of Thriving: with the courage to transform.
INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
We have a results-oriented culture that values being open, honest, and authentic. It's part of our DNA. We are continually expanding our diverse and inclusive team by providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability or economic status - a workplace where you can express your individuality and be your best self!
Nearest Major Market: Chicago
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, AMBULATORY SERVICES
Chief executive officer job in Chicago, IL
Applicants may apply for this position by submitting a resume/ CV to the following email address: ***************************** When submitting a resume/CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email. An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.
This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
Job Summary
The Chief Operating Officer, Ambulatory Services of Cook County Health (CCH) is responsible for supervising, directing and coordinating all ambulatory clinical and business operations, programs and functions for CCH Ambulatory Care Services. Dispersed throughout Cook County, Ambulatory Care Services coordinates primary care, specialty care, behavioral health care, oral health, and ambulatory care in community, school-based and regional outpatient settings including John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital, Provident Hospital and the Core Center.
The Chief Operating Officer, Ambulatory Services is responsible for all day-to-day operations of and ensures compliance with applicable accreditations, laws and regulations as well as all policies and procedures approved by the Board, Hospital Staff and Medical Staff, and those of accrediting bodies such as the Joint Commission. This professional will be an integral part of the CCH Leadership team. Supports the CEO and Executive COO in evaluating strategic opportunities and managing strategic partnership.
Compensation: $425,289 - $473,918 annually
General Administrative Responsibilities
Collective Bargaining
* Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals
* Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions and working meetings
Discipline
* Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels
* Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
* Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCH system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements
Supervision
* Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices
* Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements
Management
* Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH' systemic development and success
* Discuss and develop CCH system policy and procedure
* Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary; hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements
* Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary
Typical Duties
* Develops, implements and evaluates strategies for CCH's Ambulatory Care Services and Ambulatory Procedures
* Responsible for the day-to-day operations, achievement of long and short-term performance goals, patient relations and driving a culture focused on high quality, safe health care, service excellence and regulatory compliance
* Responsible for building a patient centered and employee supported culture that is focused on operational excellence, patient safety, and quality outcomes
* Participates in the development and administration of policies and procedures on clinical and business operations
* Supports CCH in the development and realization of overall objectives for a complex health care delivery system responsible for over 1,000,000 patient visits and outpatient procedures per year
* Builds and develops a bench of management talent by ensuring effective utilization of human resources and overseeing integrated strategies to ensure quality results in the recruitment, selection, retention and development of the workforce
* Provides instructional leadership and guidance to management staff
* Ensures cost effective use of resources by monitoring budget/financial performance and resource management of the clinics
* Implements the mission, vision and values of CCH, including the deliverance of high quality, patient focused health care in the ambulatory setting
* Leads annual development and implementation of the operational and capital budgets for Ambulatory Care Services
* Resolves problems related to staffing, utilization of facilities, equipment and supplies for the Clinics
* Analyzes and recommends changes in organizational systems, policies and procedures and ensures their implementation
* Monitors and reports statistical information for timely management decisions and as required for federal, state and local agencies
* Responsible for CCH employee orientation and education program development, implementation and maintenance for all Ambulatory Care Services and Ambulatory Procedures
* Works closely with nursing and medical staff leadership to organize care in a way that meets patient expectations, patient outcomes and promotes staff engagement
* Performs other duties as assigned
Reporting Relationship
* Reports to the Executive Chief Operating Officer
Minimum Qualifications
* Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Master's in Healthcare Administration (MHA) or related Master's degree from an accredited college or university
* Ten (10) years of progressively responsible healthcare leadership experience including operational and administrative oversight over multiple departments
* Five (5) years of financial/budget management experience
* Experience within a healthcare setting leading strategic initiatives in one or more of the following areas: strategic planning, operations, financial management, delivery model transformation, patient centered medical home delivery model or managed care
Preferred Qualifications
* Ten (10) years of management experience within the health care industry
* Previous public healthcare system experience
* Experience with a unionized workforce
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
* Knowledge and experience managing and promotes good public relationships by establishing and furthering relationships with nursing and physicians and medical staff, community organizations, healthcare organizations, and other health related professionals
* Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations related to the healthcare industry
* Knowledge and proficiency using Microsoft Office
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
* Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, time management and conflict resolution skills
* Demonstrate management and leadership skills
* Strong background in multi-site operations and especially strong leadership professionals
* Smart and strong organizational skills, detail-oriented and the ability to handle multiple priorities
* Excellent conflict resolution and negotiation skills
* Excellent communication skills to prepare written materials and to correspond with administrative personnel, CCH personnel and the generic public
* Highly developed interpersonal skills
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
* Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
* Basic Term Life Insurance
* Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
* Employee Assistance Program
* Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
* You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: ******************************
To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV. Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.
VETERAN PREFERENCE
PLEASE READ
When applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
* Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
* Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
* Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
OR
A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
"Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada muse be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belongings to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview".
* Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
* CCH is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Easy ApplyVice President & General Manager
Chief executive officer job in Carol Stream, IL
Job Description
Job Title: Vice President & General Manager
About Mobile Air & Power Rentals
Mobile Air provides temporary cooling, heating, dehumidification, and power solutions. Offering rental equipment such as portable air conditioners, cooling towers, chillers, heaters, dehumidifiers, generators, and power distribution systems, we meet HVAC rental needs nationwide. Our solutions help clients save time and money, enhance their businesses, and create memorable experiences at special events. If you have a passion for helping others, join us in a $65 billion industry dedicated to creating impactful community experiences.
Discover your purpose - work in rental!
Position Overview:
The Vice President & General Manager (VP & GM) is responsible for formulating, implementing, and executing comprehensive strategies for sales and operations aimed at increasing revenue, market share, and profitability within the rental business. The VP & GM emphasizes coaching and developing their leadership team to realize both individual and regional potential. This role encompasses the strategic direction of branch and regional rental operations in alignment with overall company objectives.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Deliver on rental revenue and profitability objectives while fostering a sustainable sales and service organization.
Lead and empower Regional General Managers (RGM) to achieve strategic revenue, profit, and market share targets through effective management processes and tools.
Maximize contribution margin by developing competitive pricing strategies for products and services that align with business goals.
Build and enhance senior-level relationships with Key and Target accounts, focusing on account management and growth initiatives.
Conduct monthly one-on-one reviews with RGMs to evaluate progress against annual sales plans, pipeline, forecasting, activity plans, account management, operations, profitability, safety, and personal development goals; document and track actionable items for follow-up.
Recommend and develop innovative sales and operations incentive plans to drive performance.
Collaborate closely with VPs of Operations and Finance to optimize service and sales support costs, enhancing the rental customer experience and profitability.
Maintain awareness of industry trends and competitive dynamics, using insights to adapt strategies that drive revenue and market share growth.
Actively participate in industry trade associations (e.g., ARA, BOMA, MCA, AGC) and promote team member involvement to strengthen regional presence and networking.
Identify and capitalize on growth and cost efficiency opportunities, developing robust business cases to support new initiatives.
Enhance customer loyalty by implementing processes that drive satisfaction and retention; analyze Target Account needs and create penetration strategies to expand market share.
Oversee regional marketing efforts, coordinating traditional and digital outreach strategies to maximize regional visibility and relevance.
Ensure cost-effective execution and quality assurance in branch operations, emphasizing operational efficiency.
Optimize the reliability, utilization, and profitability of the rental fleet; support inter-regional collaboration for effective fleet management.
Lead initiatives for product enhancement and the development of innovative rental solutions.
Develop and monitor operational metrics to assess efficiency and guide continuous improvement initiatives.
Enforce operational expense control measures within all responsible functions.
Drive branch facility expansion activities in alignment with the company's organic growth strategy.
Manage the forecasting and creation of monthly/annual budgets, incorporating comprehensive opportunity and account management processes.
Champion safety initiatives across the region, ensuring compliance with company safety policies at all business locations and field operations.
Implement and oversee the company performance management system, fostering continuous improvement through performance evaluations and personal development programs.
Collaborate with senior management and company owners to shape and refine overall business strategy.
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree required; 10+ years of relevant field experience in Engineering, Technical, Marketing, Business, or related fields. A Master's Degree in Business is preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of management experience in the Specialty rental industry, with desirable expertise in heating, cooling, and power equipment.
Strong foundational knowledge of ERP, CRM, and business systems.
Proven leadership skills with a history of motivating and mentoring teams to achieve operational excellence.
Documented track record of driving growth and achieving business objectives.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Strategic mindset with data-driven analytical skills to optimize customer relations and strategic initiatives for robust returns.
Comprehensive understanding of financial metrics, market segmentation, customer preferences, and evolving industry trends.
In-depth familiarity with construction contracting, engineering, and direct selling processes, alongside experience in sectors like Healthcare, Higher Education, Industrial/Manufacturing, and Commercial Real Estate (CRE).
Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time, with flexibility as necessary.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Ability to successfully pass pre-employment background and drug screenings.
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Annual bonus opportunities
Company-issued phone, computer, and necessary equipment
Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
401k plan with company match
Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)
Career development
Employee discount programs
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