Andersonville Chamber of Commerce and Andersonville Development Corporation
Chicago, IL
The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce (“ACC”) and Andersonville Development Corporation (“ADC”) seek an entrepreneurial Executive Director with proven skills in management, neighborhood economic development, and relationship-building to lead our innovative organizations. Andersonville is a neighborhood within the City of Chicago with values grounded in support of locally owned, independent businesses and long-term environmental and economic sustainability.
ACC fosters a vibrant environment in which Andersonville businesses can thrive by attracting a diverse customer base. Key initiatives include events and promotions that drive traffic to businesses, business owner support, business attraction, commercial district planning, and advocacy.
ADC supports a vibrant and resilient Andersonville through innovation, education, and research. Key initiatives include eco-Andersonville community composting, commercial district recycling, place-making, and the Green Building Incentive program.
Position Title: Executive Director. Salaried, full time, exempt position
Reports to: Boards of Directors of ACC and ADC
Essential Functions: The Executive Director will have overall strategic and operational responsibility for Andersonville Chamber of Commerce and Andersonville Development Corporation’s staff, programs, and execution of its mission. The Executive Director also oversees the operations of Andersonville Special Service Area #22.
Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
In partnership with the boards of directors, and through convening key stakeholders, develop and implement the strategic plan for Andersonville’s future.
The Andersonville Chamber of Commerce (“ACC”) and Andersonville Development Corporation (“ADC”) seek an entrepreneurial Executive Director with proven skills in management, neighborhood economic development, and relationship-building to lead our innovative organizations. Andersonville is a neighborhood within the City of Chicago with values grounded in support of locally owned, independent businesses and long-term environmental and economic sustainability.
ACC fosters a vibrant environment in which Andersonville businesses can thrive by attracting a diverse customer base. Key initiatives include events and promotions that drive traffic to businesses, business owner support, business attraction, commercial district planning, and advocacy.
ADC supports a vibrant and resilient Andersonville through innovation, education, and research. Key initiatives include eco-Andersonville community composting, commercial district recycling, place-making, and the Green Building Incentive program.
Position Title: Executive Director. Salaried, full time, exempt position
Reports to: Boards of Directors of ACC and ADC
Essential Functions: The Executive Director will have overall strategic and operational responsibility for Andersonville Chamber of Commerce and Andersonville Development Corporation’s staff, programs, and execution of its mission. The Executive Director also oversees the operations of Andersonville Special Service Area #22.
Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
In partnership with the boards of directors, and through convening key stakeholders, develop and implement the strategic plan for Andersonville’s future.
Ensure ongoing programmatic excellence and consistent quality of finance and administration, fundraising, communications, and systems; recommend timelines and resources needed to achieve the strategic goals.
Actively energize and engage the business and residential communities in support of a stronger neighborhood.
Connect with other innovative organizations, incorporating and sharing best practices.
Manage and support staff in all program areas and ensure that the programs support the organizations’ strategic goals.
Manage and support staff in all program areas and ensure that the programs support the organizations’ strategic goals.
Ensure effective systems to track progress, and regularly evaluate program components, to effectively communicate to the boards, ACC members, and other constituents.
Manage the operations and administration of Andersonville Special Service Area #22.
Prepare budgets, manage and communicate financials.
Communications
Be the external face of the organizations.
Establish sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with community groups, organizations, and elected officials.
Advocacy
On behalf of the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce, advocate for local business-friendly public policy including property taxes, fair and clear business fees and licenses, incidental business taxes, zoning, subsidies
Human resources
Be responsible for the recruitment and employment of all personnel, both paid staff and volunteers.
Lead, mentor, and inspire the organizations’ staff.
Maintain a climate that attracts, keeps, and motivates top quality people.
Qualifications:
Candidates should demonstrate a clear commitment to Andersonville’s values around local business support, community engagement, and environmental sustainability. Other qualifications include:
Prepare budgets, manage and communicate financials.
Communications
Be the external face of the organizations.
Establish sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with community groups, organizations, and elected officials.
Advocacy
On behalf of the Andersonville Chamber of Commerce, advocate for local business-friendly public policy including property taxes, fair and clear business fees and licenses, incidental business taxes, zoning, subsidies
Human resources
Be responsible for the recruitment and employment of all personnel, both paid staff and volunteers.
Lead, mentor, and inspire the organizations’ staff.
Maintain a climate that attracts, keeps, and motivates top quality people.
Qualifications:
Candidates should demonstrate a clear commitment to Andersonville’s values around local business support, community engagement, and environmental sustainability. Other qualifications include:
At least 10 years’ experience in management, small business support, economic development, and community engagement.
Excellence in organizational management with the ability to lead staff; manage and develop high-performing teams; set and achieve strategic objectives; manage a budget; and provide financial oversight
Demonstrably excellent skills in:
Experience in project management, process development, and program evaluation
Advanced degree or relevant experience in Urban Planning, Community Development or related field
Application:
On or before January 31, 2016, send cover letter describing your interest, resume, three professional references, and salary range/requirements.
NO phone calls, please. For more information about the organizations, please visit www.andersonville.org
Due to our small team, we will be unable to send confirmation that we have received applications. Please assume that we have received your application. We thank you for your interest and will contact you if we would like further information.
NOTES:Additional Salary Information: Annual salary is commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package.
- convening and facilitation within diverse constituencies
- organizational management
- providing staff mentorship
- budgeting and financial oversight
- building relationships with members, residents, and elected officials
- grant writing skills and fundraising
Experience in project management, process development, and program evaluation
Advanced degree or relevant experience in Urban Planning, Community Development or related field
Application:
On or before January 31, 2016, send cover letter describing your interest, resume, three professional references, and salary range/requirements.
NO phone calls, please. For more information about the organizations, please visit www.andersonville.org
Due to our small team, we will be unable to send confirmation that we have received applications. Please assume that we have received your application. We thank you for your interest and will contact you if we would like further information.
NOTES:Additional Salary Information: Annual salary is commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package.