Immediate Opening for Planning Liaison
The Will County Governmental League (WCGL), one of the metropolitan Chicago
regional Councils of Government (COGs) is seeking applications for the position of
Planning Liaison. This entry level, full-time position will be engaged in the WCGL’s
Transportation and Member programs. The WCGL represents 35 member
communities in one of the fastest growing counties in the country. Will County is
located approximately 40 miles southwest of Chicago, has an area of 837 square
miles, and a population of over 750,000.
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in managing the WCGL
Surface Transportation Program (STP), Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
and running training opportunities. Managing the STP program includes supervising
the preparation and processing of League members applications for federal funding,
recommending priorities for various federally funded projects and maintaining
records on STP funds allocated to and expended by the League through the program.
The WCGL is responsible for the programming of all federal and state funded
transportation projects in the regions Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
The Planning Liaison will assist in active program management for projects in the TIP.
The position will regularly coordinate with the Illinois Department of Transportation
(IDOT) and the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) to keep the TIP
accurate and projects on schedule.
This position will also be responsible for primary staffing of the WCGL’s Public Works
Training Program. The Planning Liaison will organize local and web based training
opportunities related to public works and transportation.
A degree in planning, public administration, political science, or related field required.
Knowledge of regional transportation and planning related issues is desired, and local
knowledge is helpful. A successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills for
interactions with elected officials and the business community, as well as strong
organizational skills with the ability to multi-task. Regional travel required. This is an
entry-level position with a compensation package based on the individual
qualifications of the candidate.
Please submit a cover letter and resume by email to apply@wcgl.org by September
29, 2017. This position is available immediately.
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Accounts Payable Representative - Downers Grove, IL - Deadline 9/13
| Job Title: | Accounts Payable Representative |
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| Opening Date/Time: | Wed. 08/30/17 12:00 AM Central Time |
| Closing Date/Time: | Wed. 09/13/17 11:59 PM Central Time |
| Salary: | $13.91 - $17.98 Hourly |
| Job Type: | Office/Clerical |
| Location: | Central Administration 2700 Ogden Avenue Downers Grove, Illinois |
| Department: | Finance |
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| Review, analyze and process payments generated by Purchasing and Engineering, as well as telephone and utility payments. |
| Examples Of Essential Duties: |
| The position of the Accounts Payable Representative that handles payments for Maintenance and Operation Fund 01 reports directly to the Assistant Supervisor - Accounts Payable and has no subordinates. The position of the Accounts Payable Representative that handles payments for Design and Construction – all other funds – reports to the Disbursement Control Supervisor and has no subordinates. The incumbent is responsible for reviewing, analyzing and processing payments generated by the Purchasing and/or Engineering Departments. The incumbent needs to ensure all required documentation, including approvals, is received and balanced prior to processing of payment. The incumbent must perform in-depth, insightful review of payroll and direct expenses on design and inspection invoices to ensure accuracy and proper documentation. The incumbent must possess the expertise to utilize, maintain and troubleshoot Excel spreadsheets to accomplish the responsibilities of the position. Incumbent may confer with other departments within the Authority for clarification on invoices. Regular follow-up is necessary to resolve problems so payments can be processed on a timely basis. In addition to basic mathematical and documentation review, it is required that the incumbent use proper judgment to determine the legitimacy of items requested for reimbursement that may not be spelled out in the agreement. Incumbent must also ensure the clarity of information entered in the system to ensure proper processing of the invoice in Springfield. If there are any questions to the type or purpose of merchandise/service being provided it is to be resolved before data entry is made. Incumbent must be familiar with the concept of General Ledger Expense account numbers and with terminology associated with order processing. The Accounts Payable Representative is responsible for issuing all checks from the locally held accounts. All payments must be verified for proper approvals, back up documention, and account numbers. IPass refund checks and violation refund checks are issued from uploads into the current system. All checks issued through the Revolving Accounts must be reimbursed by the Comptroller by entering information into the current payment system. Additional responsibilities may include regular review of unpaid invoices to resolve missing paperwork, process travel vouchers for payment, regular review of vendor files, monthly review of vendor statements and subsequent follow-up to determine and correct errors. The Accounts Payable Representative distributes daily reports and mail, prepares pay-orders for approval by the Controller or Chief Financial Officer, and ensures that daily payment releases are prepared and sent to Springfield on a timely basis. Incumbent also may coordinate preparing files to be sent to CIS (Central Information System). Incumbent is also responsible for resolving payment issues with the vendor, when necessary, by telephone, fax, and/or e-mail. |
| Typical Qualifications: |
| High school diploma or GED equivalent is required. Some college level accounting courses are preferred. A minimum of two years accounts payable experience is required. Incumbent must possess excellent written and oral skills, organizational skills, be detail-minded, have an aptitude for figures and take initiative. Computer experience with Windows and Excel experience is required. An understanding of the Authority's payment process is helpful. |
| Supplemental Information: |
| 1. Efficient, accurate review and processing of invoices and pay requests to expedite payment to vendors. 2. Monitors expenses on construction and design projects by maintaining detailed and effective log sheets and spreadsheets for all costs incurred. 3. Provides informative accurate reports to keep management abreast of project progress and payment flow via payment tracking in spreadsheets for certain vendors. 4. Obtains complete supporting documentation by maintaining excellent rapport with internal and external contacts. 5. Process invoice transmissions to the State Comptroller's Office for audit and issuance of payment 6. Work closely with the State Comptroller's Office to rectify and/or clarify any issues so that payments may be issued 7. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. |
Link to Apply:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/illinoistollway/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=1830465&hit_count=yes&headerFooter=1&promo=0&transfer=0&WDDXJobSearchParams=%3CwddxPacket%20version%3D%271%2E0%27%3E%3Cheader%2F%3E%3Cdata%3E%3Cstruct%3E%3Cvar%20name%3D%27TRANSFER%27%3E%3Cstring%3E0%3C%2Fstring%3E%3C%2Fvar%3E%3Cvar%20name%3D%27CATEGORYID%27%3E%3Cstring%3E%3C%2Fstring%3E%3C%2Fvar%3E%3Cvar%20name%3D%27FIND_KEYWORD%27%3E%3Cstring%3E%3C%2Fstring%3E%3C%2Fvar%3E%3Cvar%20name%3D%27PROMOTIONALJOBS%27%3E%3Cstring%3E0%3C%2Fstring%3E%3C%2Fvar%3E%3C%2Fstruct%3E%3C%2Fdata%3E%3C%2FwddxPacket%3E
Research and Data Analyst - Chicago, IL
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Apply with this link:
https://pshr.depaul.edu/psp/
Access Living Community Development Organizer - Chicago IL
Position Title: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZER
BASIC FUNCTION:
Development and implementation of community organizing campaigns on topics including but
not limited to: racial justice, community integration, transit and other disability issues. Base
building and recruitment of grassroots leaders of all ages to build Access Living’s capacity for
advocacy mobilization through Power to the People coalition (PTP).
DUTIES:
Campaign Development: In coordination with manager and fellow organizers, design
and coordinate advocacy/organizing campaigns for systems change and reform at the
local, state and Federal levels which support Access Living’s mission and strategic goals;
Base Building: Recruit new grassroots leaders for PTP through any combination of the
following: social media, tabling at community events, phone banking, canvassing, one-
on-ones, house meetings, presentations at/referrals from AL independent living services,
Training and Leadership Development: Provide grassroots leaders in the disability
community with leadership development and organizing training; Train people with
disabilities on advocacy, legislative processes, and direct action,
Coalition Building: Increase PTP’s political power by building and cultivating
relationships with community groups, advocacy organizations, and government agencies
to create broad coalitional support for disability rights issues,
Internal Collaboration: Coordinate with Access Living legal and direct services staff as
needed, and to recruit members for PTP from those clients assisted,
Policy Work: Provide support to the Manager of Organizing and Policy in monitoring
campaign-relevant policy and legislation at local, state and Federal levels; coordinating
public and written testimony and comments on proposed legislation and policy/rule
changes; and promoting new policies and policy reform efforts to further the disability
movement.
Community Education/Outreach: Conduct popular education efforts around disability
and racial justice and specific policy and legislation, including through the use of media;
Provide internal and external workshops as needed
Miscellaneous Duties: Conduct written quarterly project activities reports; Ensure
compliance with grant requirements through regular data entry; act as a spokesperson for
Access Living on campaign-specific issues as assigned; and execute any other duties as
assigned.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Bachelor’s degree or applicable life/work experience. Good communication skills, both for
public presentations and written reports. A writing sample may be required. Proficiency in
Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, Publisher, and Outlook.
EXPERIENCE:
Extensive experience (3-5 years as paid staff or key strategic leader) in community organizing
strongly preferred. Knowledge of racial justice issues, disability issues, and/or independent
living philosophy is strongly preferred. Understanding of social media is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to travel extensively and independently within the City of Chicago, as well as
occasional travel outside of Chicago.
If interested, please send a cover letter and resumé to:
rmata@accessliving.org
No phone calls, please.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Development and implementation of community organizing campaigns on topics including but
not limited to: racial justice, community integration, transit and other disability issues. Base
building and recruitment of grassroots leaders of all ages to build Access Living’s capacity for
advocacy mobilization through Power to the People coalition (PTP).
DUTIES:
Campaign Development: In coordination with manager and fellow organizers, design
and coordinate advocacy/organizing campaigns for systems change and reform at the
local, state and Federal levels which support Access Living’s mission and strategic goals;
Base Building: Recruit new grassroots leaders for PTP through any combination of the
following: social media, tabling at community events, phone banking, canvassing, one-
on-ones, house meetings, presentations at/referrals from AL independent living services,
Training and Leadership Development: Provide grassroots leaders in the disability
community with leadership development and organizing training; Train people with
disabilities on advocacy, legislative processes, and direct action,
Coalition Building: Increase PTP’s political power by building and cultivating
relationships with community groups, advocacy organizations, and government agencies
to create broad coalitional support for disability rights issues,
Internal Collaboration: Coordinate with Access Living legal and direct services staff as
needed, and to recruit members for PTP from those clients assisted,
Policy Work: Provide support to the Manager of Organizing and Policy in monitoring
campaign-relevant policy and legislation at local, state and Federal levels; coordinating
public and written testimony and comments on proposed legislation and policy/rule
changes; and promoting new policies and policy reform efforts to further the disability
movement.
Community Education/Outreach: Conduct popular education efforts around disability
and racial justice and specific policy and legislation, including through the use of media;
Provide internal and external workshops as needed
Miscellaneous Duties: Conduct written quarterly project activities reports; Ensure
compliance with grant requirements through regular data entry; act as a spokesperson for
Access Living on campaign-specific issues as assigned; and execute any other duties as
assigned.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Bachelor’s degree or applicable life/work experience. Good communication skills, both for
public presentations and written reports. A writing sample may be required. Proficiency in
Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, Publisher, and Outlook.
EXPERIENCE:
Extensive experience (3-5 years as paid staff or key strategic leader) in community organizing
strongly preferred. Knowledge of racial justice issues, disability issues, and/or independent
living philosophy is strongly preferred. Understanding of social media is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to travel extensively and independently within the City of Chicago, as well as
occasional travel outside of Chicago.
If interested, please send a cover letter and resumé to:
rmata@accessliving.org
No phone calls, please.
Planning & Development Position - Flint Michigan, Deadline 9/8/17
Openings as of 8/28/2017
- Planner IJobID: 773
- Position Type:
City of Flint - Planning & Development/Planner I - Date Posted:
8/25/2017 - Location:
City of Flint Municipal Center (City Hall) - Closing Date:
09/08/2017
District:
City of Flint - website
Please see attached Job Description and Job Posting for further details. You must meet the minimum entrance requirements and attach supporting documentation to be considered for employment. Failure to supply required documentation (i.e. Transcripts, Driver’s License, incomplete application) will result in disqualification for consideration.
Employees hired by the City must maintain residency as follows: Local 1600 - within 20 miles of the nearest boundary of the City of Flint.
Proposal Writer - Chicago IL
Proposal Writer
Chicago, IL
Newmark Grubb Knight Frank (NGKF) is one of the world's leading commercial real estate advisory firms. We provide a fully integrated platform of services to prominent multinational corporations and institutional investors across the globe, as well as to occupiers, owners and developers of real estate on a local, regional and national level.
Together with London-based partner Knight Frank and independently-owned offices, NGKF's 14,100 professionals operate from more than 400 offices in established and emerging property markets on six continents.
Job Description:
This individual will help develop, establish and maintain marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives, pursue new direct to market channels (non RFP), develop and write content for proposals specific to custom consulting opportunities (with support of Service Line Leaders) and chase opportunities to be more visible in marketplace (quotes, speeches, whitepapers, and interface with targeted audiences, industry forums, and promotional activities).
Time allocation: 50% to proposal support; 50% of marketing related activities as listed below. Position will involve travel to regional consulting centers of excellence; expect no more than 20% of overall time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5 to 8 years of experience
- Background in marketing management, public relations, business development, digital/social media, journalism (good to excellent writer – key skill) or equivalent
- Some exposure to real estate industry preferred (non-brokerage services); management consulting solutions support also a preferred background; understand the selling and marketing of intangible services
- Excellent verbal, written and research skills; ability to influence and coordinate with other GCS marketing initiatives where appropriate
- Competency to help compile and develop products and services for service lines, help develop entire GCC brochure and qualifications platform (integrated)
- Coordinate and participate in promotional and trade and speaking forums, help set up for practice leaders and thought leadership forums
- Participate in white papers, case study templates, overall look and feel of practice to external market
- Initiate market research studies and partnerships that set the stage for white papers and thought leadership in the marketplace
DESIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with Marketing consulting or service industry initiatives
- Industry specific experience (Management Consulting, Business Consulting, Real Estate Adviosry or related industry segments)
- Prior experience with selling outsource contracts
- Bachelor’s degree
REQUIRED SOFT SKILLS:
- Creative, innovative thinker and planner
- Collaborative approach – The ability to work with others to achieve a goal by sharing knowledge, learning and building consensus.
- Self confidence
- Ability to stay calm and balanced in stressful, overwhelming situations.
- Resilience
- Persuasive and persistent while maintaining professionalism and integrity
- An influential nature
- Must possess patience and perseverance
- Team work skills – ability to work effectively with anyone with different skill sets, personalities, work styles or motivation level.
- Self-motivated with the ability to self-manage
- Skills in dealing with diverse or difficult personalities
- Ability to think / communicate on your feet
- Strong networking skills – ability to be interesting and interested in business conversations that motivate others to be in your network.
Working Conditions: Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Newmark Grubb Knight Frank is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Healthcare Auditor - University of Illinois, Chicago IL
Healthcare Auditor - UIC
Academic Professional
Chicago
University of Illinois
University Audits
Audits UIC
Healthcare Auditor
Chicago Campus
The University of Illinois seeks a Healthcare Auditor to provide healthcare related and clinical expertise and guidance in performing complex healthcare and clinical audits and oversee functions performed by professional audit staff. This position also assists Chicago, Springfield, and Urbana Champaign campus staff by providing healthcare audit expertise. Additional responsibilities include:
1. Perform specialized financial, compliance, operational, information technology, and investigative audits in various operational areas of the University healthcare and clinical business activities. Work may be sensitive, unusual, and have no precedence. Projects may occur concurrently. Work is primarily based in Chicago and may occur in other locations within Illinois. Work may be performed independently or as part of a team or task force.
2. Conduct all phases of the audit including planning and research, risk assessment, fieldwork, report development, wrap-up, and follow-up.
3. Identify and effectively communicate suggestions and recommendations on improving controls, gaining efficiencies, and strengthening compliance with laws and regulations.
4. Identify recommendations in audits at a unit, process, or University-wide level.
5. Conduct meetings with operational and financial employees at all levels of the University organization. Meetings should promote effective gathering of information and assessing the business, environment, and controls while at the same time providing benefit to the auditee.
6. Consult with University senior management, faculty, and staff on processes, policies, and good business practices on an ad hoc basis.
7. Participate on project teams for business system re-engineering, evaluation of process flows, and financial reviews to provide internal control advice and counsel.
8. Participate in self-evaluation processes and continuous improvement projects within the Office of University Audits.
9. Assist in training new audit staff on organization, processes, policies, systems, and audit techniques.
10. Assist in development and delivery of training on internal controls to University employees.
11. Assist Chicago, Springfield, and Urbana-Champaign audit staff in the performance of their assignments.
12. Actively stay current in Federal, State, and local rules and regulations as they relate to the healthcare enterprise. Communicate near-term risks to audit management, University faculty and staff, external parties, (as directed by University Counsel), and/or University Related Organizations, such as Wolcott, Wood, & Taylor.
13. Perform other duties appropriate for a Healthcare Auditor.
Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in a business discipline, nursing, public health, public administration, or other related field with three years of Healthcare operations, Healthcare auditing, Healthcare compliance, and/or public accounting or internal audit experience. Additional requirements include:
Knowledge of auditing principles and practices and standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the State Fiscal Control and Internal Auditing Act; ability to learn federal, state, and university laws, rules, and/or regulations related to internal audit procedures; demonstrated ability in written and verbal communications skills; analytical ability using large data sources and electronic data mining tools; ability to work independently or in a team environment and on own initiative; ability to schedule own audit projects and coordinate travel requirements to meet annual audit plan objectives; expertise that allows complex audit activities to be independently performed while receiving guidance from an off-site Audit Director; ability to work with all levels of University System Offices to achieve the appropriate focus on both departmental and enterprise-wide issues and achieve the defined goals and objectives of the assignment; ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments to produce accurate, detail-oriented work while meeting stringent deadlines; strong computer skills including the ability to effectively use software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet Explorer; and excellent problem identification and solution skills to address difficult, complex issues.
Preferred qualifications include: Master's degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Business Administration, Nursing, or other pertinent field. Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, Registered Nurse, or RHIA.
This is a full-time, 12-month Academic Professional position. For full consideration, candidates must apply and submit a letter of application, resume, and names/addresses/phone numbers of three professional references by September 6, 2017 at https://uajobs.hr.uillinois.edu/.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
HR Services
809 S. Marshfield Ave
MC 078
Chicago, IL 60612
The University of Illinois is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity and diversity. University Administration welcomes applications from women, underrepresented minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual minority groups and other candidates who will lead and contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives.
09/06/2017
https://uajobs.hr.uillinois.edu/employment/job-board/details?jobID=69060&job=healthcare-auditor-uic
Associate Vice President for Economic Development, Urbana IL - August 28th Deadline
Associate Vice President for Economic Development and Innovation (Internal)
Academic Professional
University of Illinois
Vice President for Economic Development and Innovation
Associate Vice President for Economic Development & Innovation
(Internal Search)
Urbana Campus
The University of Illinois seeks an Associate Vice President for Economic Development & Innovation to provide a very visible and dynamic leadership role for supporting economic development innovation activities that involve stakeholders throughout the University System and across Illinois, the nation, and the world. This individual will provide an essential link between corporate, government, university, and community stakeholders and assist the Vice President for Economic Development and Innovation (VPEDI) in fulfilling the University’s missions regarding research and its translation into products and services that stimulate the economic growth – particularly in the state of Illinois. Additional responsibilities include:
1. Provide leadership in creating public - private partnerships and enhance connections among internal and external university stakeholders to foster innovation and technology commercialization.
2. Lead efforts to establish and maintain relationships with corporate, government, university, and community partners to promote the University’s economic development mission.
3. Lead regional economic development opportunities to facilitate statewide engagement and drive efforts to promote economic growth throughout Illinois, the nation, and worldwide.
4. Direct efforts to strengthen the University’s innovation pipeline and economic development activities with a particular focus on the University of Illinois at Chicago.
5. Work with university and external stakeholders to advance initiatives led by University System President and/or VP for Economic Development and Innovation.
6. Partner with VPEDI and other stakeholders to develop and implement the University System’s strategic plan for economic development and innovation.
7 Conduct research and development activities under the direction and guidance of Argonne under its Prime Contract.
8. Other duties appropriate for an Associate Vice President.
Candidate must possess a Master’s or doctoral degree in science, engineering, or other research-related field with five to ten years of experience in related field. Other requirements include: current University of Illinois employee; demonstrated leadership in commercializing intellectual property and execution of large technology-based initiatives; senior management experience, either in academic, government, or private sector, is desirable; demonstrated strong communication skills and the ability to provide leadership in the development and implementation of policy and management directives; excellent problem solving skills to address difficult, complex issues; strong interpersonal skills that reflect courtesy, diplomacy, and a collaborative approach to develop and maintain effective work relationships. Preferred qualifications include: Professional degree such as MBA, JD, or MPP
This is a full-time, 12-month Academic Professional position. For full consideration, candidates must apply and submit a letter of application, resume, and names/addresses/phone numbers of three professional references by August 28, 2017 at https://uajobs.hr.uillinois.edu/.
The University of Illinois conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
HR Service Center
449 Henry Administration Building, MC 341
506 South Wright Street
Urbana, IL 61801
The University of Illinois is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity and diversity. The System Offices welcome applications from women, underrepresented minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual minority groups and other candidates who will lead and contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives.
08/28/2017
Economic Development Specialist - Milwaukee WI
Introduction
Located on the western shore of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is an urban hub bursting with energy. Milwaukee provides a casual sophistication – big city appeal without the big-city hassles. We are accessible and affordable, and our residents are welcoming. Milwaukee has evolved through the years, bringing together its unsurpassed old world charm with a breathtaking Art Museum, top-flight arts and cultural attractions, professional sports, lakefront festivals, recreational opportunities and great restaurants.
The City of Milwaukee offers a collaborative, positive work environment where each employee contributes to making the city the best place possible to live and work. The City offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a top rated pension plan, health and dental benefits, paid time off including vacation, 11 holidays and sick leave accrual, and much more.
PURPOSE
Under the general direction of the Commercial Corridor Manager, the Economic Development Specialist assists Common Council members in coordinating economic development initiatives in the City of Milwaukee’s neighborhood commercial districts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Develop new and innovative strategies for commercial development throughout the City.
- Prepare marketing materials and establish working relationships with commercial real estate brokers for the purpose of marketing neighborhood commercial district opportunities.
- Establish and maintain regular in-person and telephone contact with members of the Common Council, to understand their perspectives and insights regarding development initiatives and concerns within their districts.
- Arrange meetings and events that provide platforms for communication between Council members and businesses and commercial property owners in their districts.
- Work with City departments and other appropriate parties to resolve business and property owner concerns identified by Council members.
- Manage the City’s relationship with assigned Business Improvement Districts (BIDS).
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, political science, business administration, real estate, marketing, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Three years of program formulation and project implementation experience in the areas of economic development and/or commercial real estate development.
- Valid driver’s license and possession of a properly insured vehicle for use on the job is required at time of appointment and throughout employment.
Equivalent combinations of education and professional experience will be considered.
IMPORTANT NOTE: College transcripts are required and must be received by the application period closing date. Transcripts should be emailed to the Human Resources Officer, Vanessa Armstrong at vaarmst@milwaukee.gov- Student/unofficial copies are acceptable; however, your transcript must be legible and include your college/university name, your name, the degree completed (if applicable) and the date completed.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- A Master’s degree in Communications, Political Science, Business Administration, Real Estate, Marketing or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
- Experience working with elected officials.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES & OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
- Knowledge of business and management principles, including economics, urban development, strategic planning, project management, and marketing.
- Knowledge of commercial real estate development.
- Ability to identify and determine new and effective ways to develop interest in the City’s neighborhood commercial districts.
- Ability to effectively set goals, manages multiple priorities, and work within tight time constraints.
- Ability to read and interpret complex business, technical and legal documents.
- Written communication skills to be able to write clear, complete and error-free correspondence and reports.
- Oral communication and presentation skills to be able to promote commercial development for the City.
- Interpersonal and customer service skills to be able to establish and maintain good relationships with elected officials, City staff, and business owners.
- Ability to think critically and analytically to problem-solve, make decisions and use sound judgment.
- Ability to use standard computer software and programs such as word processing, spreadsheet, database, and the Internet.
- Self-directed and able to work in a collaborative environment.
CURRENT SALARY
The current salary range (Pay Range 2GX) for City of Milwaukee residents is $51,469-$72,063 annually, and the non-resident salary range is $50,206-$70,295. Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.
The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes the following:
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Comprehensive Wellness Program
- Onsite Clinic Services
- Onsite Employee Assistance Program
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Tuition Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
- Flexible Spending Arrangement
- Commuter Value Pass
For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit http://city.milwaukee.gov/Benefits2017.
SELECTION PROCESS
THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations and the Department of City Development reserve the right to call only the most qualified candidates to an interview. Information from the selection process will be used to make a hiring decision.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE – Interested individuals must submit a resume and a letter of interest by email to the Human Resources Officer, Vanessa Armstrong at vaarmst@milwaukee.gov. Please indicate “Economic Development Specialist” in the subject line. Questions may be directed to Vanessa Armstrong by email or by phone at 414.286.6076. The deadline for submission of application materials is 8/31/2017.
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