The Compliance Analyst functions as an administrative analyst to the Director of Compliance whose responsibilities are outlined in the Employment Plan. The Compliance Analyst supports compliance initiatives and activities of the compliance unit for the Assessor’s Office. The Compliance Analyst will assist with identifying and assessing areas of risk and non-compliance with the Employment Plan and Employee Handbook, as well as track and investigate complaints of non-compliance and, monitor employment actions and perform audits under the supervision of the Director of Compliance. Additionally, the Compliance Analyst will assist with training responsibilities associated with the Employment Plan. Works on special projects as assigned.

Essential Job Duties

Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to, facilitating compliance with the terms of the Employment Plan and relevant sections of the Employee Handbook, and taking appropriate action to report instances of Unlawful Political Contacts and Unlawful Political Discrimination including, but not limited to:

• Assists with monitoring compliance activities consistent with the terms of the Employment Plan and Employee Handbook.
• Conducts investigations into complaints of violations of the Employment Plan and/or the Employee Handbook.
• Prepares investigative, compliance, and related reports/memos for review by the Director of Compliance.
• Analyzes employment-related documents, statistical data and reports to assess compliance risks.
• Performs compliance audits and makes recommendations to the Director of Compliance accordingly.
• Monitors employment actions taken by the Assessor’s Office to ensure compliance with the Employment Plan and the Employee Handbook.
• Tracks and addresses all matters related to investigations and related reports, including recommendations and corrective action to address the violations, which may include discipline, additional training, changes to policies and procedures and other courses of action needed to ensure matters are fully resolved.
• Collaboratively works with the Director of Compliance, HR management and staff regarding matters related to the Employment Plan and Employee Handbook.
• Collaboratively works with the Office of the Independent Inspector General and assists the Director of Compliance to evaluate, eliminate, remedy, and report instances of Unlawful Political Discrimination and Political Contacts.
• Assists the Director of Compliance with thorough review of job descriptions to ensure consistency of proposed changes.
• Assists the Director of Compliance with training responsibilities associated with the Employment Plan and Employee Handbook.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director of Compliance.
• May work extended hours and weekends, as assigned.

The duties described above are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete description of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• Two (2) years of full-time work experience in a compliance role, in employee relations, or in administrative, civil or criminal investigations or investigating employment-related and discrimination complaints.

OR

• A Master's degree or Juris Doctorate degree.
• One (1) year of full-time work experience in a compliance role, in employee relations, or in administrative, civil or criminal investigations or investigating employment-related and discrimination complaints.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience conducting training.
  One year of full-time work experience in the public sector.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize work with minimal supervision and skill in efficient time management.
• Ability to perform highly specialized compliance work independently and collaboratively with consistent and reliable productivity that is accurate and thorough.
• Ability to think critically and strategically.
• Ability to effectively listen, understand points being made and ask questions as appropriate.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in written formats.
• Demonstrate initiative and self-motivation, attention to detail, and effective prioritization of workflow.
• Knowledge of investigative and audit analysis methods, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Assessor’s Office procedures, policies, practices and guidelines as well as federal, state and local laws, statutes and ordinances or the ability to quickly gain such knowledge.
• Working knowledge of CCAO Employment Plan, Employee Handbook and any applicable collective bargaining agreements or the ability to quickly gain such knowledge.
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate matters and implement solutions.
• Skill in critically analyzing and assessing actions and decisions in fast-paced environment as well as use of good judgment and sound decision making.
• Skill with investigations, gathering and reviewing sensitive or confidential materials, information and incidents of records and preparing reports.
• Skill in conducting audits and preparing related reports.
• Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity to review and edit written communications for long periods of time.
• Walking between offices and buildings may be required.
• Repetitive use of hands to handle and/or operate standard office equipment.
• Regular use of a telephone to communicate.

This is an Actively Recruited Position

ANNUAL SALARY: $107,166 - $121,258    GRADE: 21

(Salary is Commensurate with Education and Experience)

Benefits Package Includes:
   Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
   Basic Term Life Insurance
   Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
   Employee Assistance Program
   Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
   Hybrid Work Schedule (granted at the discretion of the Department Head -- all CCAO employees are expected to live within a distance of Cook County that will allow them to work in the office as demanded by operational needs)

For more information on our top tier benefits package click on the following link: 2026 Cook County Benefits

METHOD OF APPLICATION: 

Internal Applicants Apply online at:  https://cookcountyil.taleo.net/careersection/170/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en   

External Applicants Apply online at: https://cookcountyil.taleo.net/careersection/120/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Online submissions will close at 11:59pm on 05/04/2026.

Applications of eligible applicants will be retained for consideration for 12 months following receipt of application, or until this Notice of Job Opportunity is withdrawn, whichever occurs first.

On or before the final date for interviews, applicants must furnish Human Resources with sufficient proof of education (if applicable), designations/certifications, professional references, and photo identification.

ANY APPLICANT THAT FAILS TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED ELIGIBLE FOR THE POSITION.

The Office of the Cook County Assessor hires and promotes based on applicant qualifications and merit. The use of political factors as a condition of employment for the above job opportunity is prohibited. Any questions should be sent to Human Resources at 312-603-5115 or assessor.ccaohr@cookcountyil.gov.

*All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a criminal background check* 

(Current Cook County Assessor's Office employees will not be subject to a criminal background check)

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship*

COOK COUNTY ASSESSOR’S OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER