Economic Development Specialist - Joliet

TITLE: Economic Development Specialist (Position Code #1012)

SALARY: This role’s targeted salary is $70,000-$85,000.

DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

DIVISION: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Under general supervision, promotes the development and redevelopment of the City by leveraging private sector investment, offering public sector inducements, and soliciting grants from federal, state, and philanthropic entities; analyzes economic development projects and manages the implementation of these projects. This position performs advanced level economic development duties for the City involving high-level client interaction, collaborative partnerships, technical assignments, and financial analysis. Assists the Economic Development Director with activities related to business attraction, business retention, marketing, development research and other tasks to enhance the City’s economic and employment base.

Full description and application available here.

Senior Economic Development Specialist - Joliet

TITLE: Senior Economic Development Specialist

SALARY: $85,000- $105,000 (Targeted salary range, based on experience)

DEPARTMENT: Community Development

DIVISION: Economic Development

Under general supervision, promotes the development and redevelopment of the City by leveraging private sector investment, offering public sector inducements, and soliciting grants from federal, state, and philanthropic entities; analyzes economic development projects and manages the implementation of these projects. This position performs advanced level economic development duties for the City involving high-level client interaction, collaborative partnerships, technical assignments, and financial analysis. Assists the Economic Development Director with activities related to business attraction, business retention, marketing, development research and other tasks to enhance the City’s economic and employment base.

Full description and application available here. 

Plans Examiner (Community Development) - Village of Schaumburg

Location: Village of Schaumburg, Illinois

Work Type: Full Time

STARTING PAY RATE:  $34.08 - $37.97  Salary dependent on qualifications.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

This position reviews and approves plans for residential, commercial/industrial construction, and fire systems submitted to the department which requires a permit for compliance with international building codes and local ordinances. Applicants will need to effectively and clearly communicate to a full range of people, inside and outside the organization.  We are looking to add a team member capable of finding solutions and processing change efficiently, while prioritizing requests and responsibilities with accurateness.

 

Full job description and application available here.

Board of Fire & Police Commission Recruiting Coordinator - Village of Schaumburg

Location: Village of Schaumburg

Job Type: Part Time / In Person

Starting Salary Range: $37.62 - $41.85 Hourly salary dependent on qualifications. 

JOB SUMMARY:
This position performs highly responsible, complex, and confidential office tasks under the general direction of the Board of Fire and Police Commission (BFPC).  This position exercises discretion and judgment on BFPC processes, answers inquiries as appropriate, and performs oversight and management of multiple professional contracts associated with the hiring and promotional processes.  Activities such as recruitment, hiring, and promotional processes comprise most of the tasks associated with the BFPC.  The remainder of the responsibilities for this position consist of administrative support for the Boarf of Fire and Police Commissioners. Knowledge of the Open Meetings Act and Roberts Rules of Order would be beneficial.  This position also utilizes technology to the greatest extent possible so that procedures and processes are maintained efficiently.  This position reports to the Assistant Village Manager as well as the Chair of the BFPC.

Full job description and application can be found here.

Assistant Director, Illinois Office of Broadband

Location:  Chicago or 

Springfield, IL

Agency: Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

Closing Date/Time: 05/29/2024
Salary: $8,750 - $9,833 ANTICIPATED MONTHLY STARTING SALARY
Job Type: Salaried / In Person
County: Sangamon; Cook

Position Overview

The Dept. of Commerce & Economic Opportunity is seeking to fill the Assistant Director position within the Illinois Office of Broadband to support the bureau’s lead administrator and manage a current annual operating budget of $1 million, a current capital budget of $400 million, and anticipated federal funding of a least $1 billion to supplement existing investment in broadband infrastructure deployment, community and regional planning and engagement, and digital equity and inclusion programming.

The ideal candidate will be able to help lead and support a growing office staff in grants creation, management, compliance, and technical assistance. This position will play a critical leadership role in administering and managing $1B+ across multiple grant programs within the Office of Broadband, including broadband infrastructure deployment, digital inclusion programming, and capacity building among local communities. This position is responsible for building, overseeing, and refining broadband grant programs, supervising grants administration staff, managing federal reporting, and ensuring fiscal and regulatory compliance with federal and state laws.

The Assistant Director will be instrumental in ensuring that broadband and digital equity grant processes are efficient and in compliance with grant and federal requirements to ensure underserved populations are connected with high quality, affordable broadband service and have the digital skills they need to participate in Illinois’ modern economy.

The Illinois Office of Broadband has forged strong cross-sector collaborations with external stakeholders in the public, nonprofit, and philanthropic sectors, leveraging these cooperative professional relationships for work in broadband data, mapping, research and publication, as well as program delivery, outreach and engagement. The unique Office of Broadband approach and working environment offers its employees a strong sense of shared mission, meaningful work toward recognized state and federal goals, and exceptional benefits including health, paid time off, and pension. We welcome interested applicants to join us in setting a new standard for state-driven broadband infrastructure investment and related programming to apply.

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Real Time Information Manager (Police Department) - Village of Schaumburg

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

This civilian position is responsible for managing the Real-Time Information Center (RTIC), as well as assisting with the daily functions and specific assigned duties, tasks, and responsibilities of the RTIC and its personnel. This position will provide guidance, manage the activities and the work of the personnel working in the RTIC, and ensure that the functions are properly supervised.  This position could be assigned the responsibility of ensuring technical resources are working in a manner to support personnel working with the RTIC systems and will serve as a liaison with Information Technology and other police divisions.   The ideal candidate will need to effectively and clearly communicate to a full range of people inside and outside the organization, and be capable of taking charge of a project, organize time and resources effectively, and complete work with accuracy.   We are looking to add a team member who can thrive in a dynamic environment and have the ability to problem solve efficiently.

STARTING SALARY RANGE:  $90,321.00 - $110,644.00 annually dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $90,321.00 - $130,966.00.

Find the full job description and application here.

Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

Development Director - City of Wauwatosa, WI

Salary: $126,734.40 - $161,928.00 Annually
Job Type: Full-Time
Opening Date: 05/03/2024
Location: Wauwatosa, WI
Department: Development

Position Overview

The Development Director plays a key role in advancing the City of Wauwatosa’s mission and vision by overseeing the strategic and day-to-day operations of the Development Department. The Development Director is responsible for leading community and economic development initiatives and negotiating complex public and private real estate and economic development deals. The Development Director is a highly visible management position providing leadership, direction and general oversight of the Development Department, comprehensive planning, zoning, development and redevelopment, economic development, building and safety, code enforcement and housing activities. The work involves significant community engagement and public involvement with elected officials, residents, businesses, neighborhood groups, developers and other city departments.

Please see our recruitment brochure for more details on the position and the City of Wauwatosa: https://www.wauwatosa.net/home/showdocument?id=5495 

Full Description and application available here.

Planner II - Charlotte Department of Transportation

Close Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2024 11:59 AM
Salary: $71,486-$80,433
Section: Charlotte Department of Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time

Introduction:

The Transportation Planner II position is housed in the Strategic Mobility Division of the Charlotte Department of Transportation (CDOT) and is part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for planning Charlotte's future mobility network and investments. This team collaborates across departments, partner agencies, and the community to achieve multimodal solutions that shape and support Charlotte's rapid growth and development. Critical responsibilities of this Division include implementing the Strategic Mobility Plan, supporting implementation of transportation elements in the UDO, and the development and programming of locally funded multimodal capital projects.

Full description and application available here.

Planner - Lake County, IL

Location: Libertyville, IL
Opening Date: 04/24/2024
Closing Date: 05/31/2024 11:59 PM Central
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $54,454.40 - $62,171.20 Annually
Department: Planning and Development

General Description

Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation, an excellent benefit package and career growth opportunities? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment.

The Planner’s general function within the organization is to perform moderately complex work related to land use planning research, development project management and application of zoning and other regulations in the review of development proposals, communication with applicants, issuance of reports and presentation of information to the Department’s key stakeholders.

Full description and application available here.