Who: City of Chicago
What: Under direction, the Economic Development Coordinator manages and directs staff engaged in economic development activities, developing strategies and negotiating business agreements to promote and stimulate economic growth within the City of Chicago; and performs related duties as required.
Responsibilities:
Assigns and supervises the work of professional staff and private consultants engaged in researching industry trends and identifying future development opportunities
Develops and implements strategies, programs, and incentives to stimulate economic and business growth, ensure industries remain current with trends and develop future economic markets
Plans and supervises the conduct of land use studies and the compilation and analysis of survey data identifying business opportunities with the greatest economic development potential in the City
Oversees the preparation of requests for proposals announcing development opportunities within the City
Evaluates complex development proposals of substantial magnitude and potential economic impact submitted by prospective developers for feasibility, incentive requests, and compliance with City development goals and prepares recommendations and submits for review by the appropriate legislative body
Provides technical assistance and works with businesses in obtaining financing and tax incentives for very large and major redevelopment agreements
Develops marketing strategies and assists in securing funds to promote Chicago as a viable business location
Functions as a liaison to governmental agencies, other City departments, and public and private agencies relative to collaborative projects
Monitors legislation that may affect the economy as well as the City’s economic development programs and prepares position on same
Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban planning, or a related field or a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, supplemented by five years of experience in business development, industrial development, or economic development, and two years of supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
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