Director of Policy

Lead staff and operations — set priorities, allocate resources, and oversee program delivery.

1 employees hold this title in Department of Human Resources. Median total compensation for the role is $121,668, above the department median of $97,332.

Employees: 1
Total payroll: $121.7K
Role median: $121,668
Agency median: $97,332
Comparison: Above

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Director of Policy is held in 2 City of Chicago departments. In Department of Human Resources, the median of $121,668 ranks #1 of 2.

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Department of Family and Support Services

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Melissa Winger

Director of Policy/Department of Human Resources

2026 total comp

$121,668

Base pay: $121,668
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $121,668
Employment type: Full-Time
Pay basis: Salaried

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Annual Salary: $121,668

Melissa Winger is a Director of Policy at Department of Human Resources. They work full-time. 2026 total compensation came to $121,668.