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Project Coord.- Department of Planning & Development - Chicago, IL

Project CoordinatorDepartment of Planning and Development
City of Chicago, IL

Number of Vacancies: 1

Within the Business Development Division, position functions as part of a team responsible for providing program management and technical assistance to Special Service Areas (SSA). This includes but is not limited to fiscal and programmatic overview, evaluation of program successes and challenges and a clear understanding of city-wide policies, procedures and any tax implications which may impact other programs. In addition, position will be required to attend meetings within the various program districts and communicate and interface with various stakeholders.

DUTIES
  • Assist with SSA work plan/budget management and oversight 
  • Coordinate annual ordinance packet preparation 
  • Conduct community presentations on the SSA program 
  • Assist in maintaining a current database of SSA information
  • Analyze and evaluate program efficiency and recommends improvements for same 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration, Social Sciences, Planning or a related field, supplemented by three years of experience in program administration, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:
  • Masters Degree in Public or Business Administration, Urban Planning or a related field 
  • Experience working with and/or for a Special Service Area or Business Improvement District or local Chamber of Commerce 
  • Experience managing or coordinating economic development projects and/or programs
  • Experience managing or directing projects related to the responsibilities of this position
  • Proficiency with Excel
Accepting applications through February 22, 2016 at www.cityofchicago.org/CAREERS