ASSOCIATE - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FINANCE, Chicago

Title:  ASSOCIATE - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FINANCE

Type: Full-Time Position

Location: Chicago 

Pay:  $$70,000 to $80,000

SB Friedman is seeking an associate to join our growing Transaction Closing and Asset Management (TCAM) team within our Community Development Finance practice to support equitable, innovative and impact-driven real estate projects nationwide. This position will be involved in all aspects of SB Friedman’s Community Development Finance practice, gaining exposure to high-impact real estate projects, deal structuring, asset management and public-private financing. Our work brings to fruition real estate projects that support vital social and economic infrastructure, including affordable housing, healthcare, education, healthy foods and quality jobs.

Administrative Clerk (Community Development), Village of Schaumburg

Title: Administrative Clerk (Community Development)

Type: part-time

Location: Schaumburg, IL

Pay:  The salary range for this position is $18.75 - $27.34

This position involves handling various administrative tasks, including data entry, maintaining filing systems, and updating records. This position performs a wide range of general office duties to include, but not limited to, answering phones, directing inquiries, typing, copying, scanning, mail distribution, and providing general support.  The role requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure smooth daily operations.  

 

The preferred work schedule is Monday to Friday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.

Apply here

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The Village of Schaumburg is a thriving community of 78,723 residents located 11 miles west of O’Hare International Airport and approximately 26 miles northwest of Chicago. Not only is Schaumburg the twelfth-largest community in the State of Illinois, but it is also home to the second-largest concentration of retail, office, and commercial activity. Notable village distinctions include being rated as an excellent or good place to live by 95% of respondents in the National Community Survey; having multiple highly-awarded and accredited departments; being selected as a Best-In-Class-Employer by Gallagher for midsize employers and being recognized as a Better Business Town by The Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois. 

 

The village employs approximately 600 employees in 12 departments, including police, fire, engineering and public works, communications, community development, cultural services, economic development, finance, general government, human resources, information technology, and transportation. Our employees work to serve the residents and strive to make Schaumburg the best community it can be.

 

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

Administrative Clerk (Community Development) part-time

Interviews will be conducted as applications are received.  This position will remain open until filled.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

This position involves handling various administrative tasks, including data entry, maintaining filing systems, and updating records. This position performs a wide range of general office duties to include, but not limited to, answering phones, directing inquiries, typing, copying, scanning, mail distribution, and providing general support.  The role requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure smooth daily operations.  

 

The preferred work schedule is Monday to Friday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.

JOB DUTIES:
1.    Provides general administrative support for department staff, supporting all departmental programs.
2.    Answers incoming phone calls and provides routine information, or properly routes calls for appropriate resolution.  Assists walk-in customers with requests, questions, and complaints.  Enters customer service requests and provides general information on issues.
3.    Conducts basic research and data entry in village databases and software programs.  
4.    Assists the department by entering information and scanning documents such as inspection reports and contractor licenses into village databases.
5.    Receives, sorts, opens, dates, stamps, and distributes incoming mail; prepares and routes outgoing mail.
6.    Copies, sorts, and collates documents for assembly.
7.    Files documents as appropriate.
8.    Prepares routine correspondence and proofs for accuracy.  Types moderately difficult material that may require the exercise of judgment in processing information within a specified format.
9.    Serves as FOIA officer, directing requests to divisions within the department and other departments.  
10.    Performs other duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:
1.    Education equivalent to a high school diploma.
2.    A minimum of six months of experience in general office work or customer service.
3.    Proficiency with current computer technology, job-specific software, and customer service systems.
 

STARTING SALARY RANGE:  $18.75 - $20.90  per hour working up to 19 hours per week.  Salary dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is $18.75 - $27.34.  This position is represented by a union; you may refer to the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement available on our website. 

 

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

 

BENEFITS:

Part-Time employees are not eligible for benefits.

 

ABOUT THE VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG:
The village employs approximately 600 employees in 12 departments, including police, fire, engineering and public works, communications, community development, cultural services, economic development, finance, general government, human resources, information technology, and transportation. Our employees work to serve the residents and strive to make Schaumburg the best community it can be. 

Our Core Values are the heart and soul of how we operate.  Customer service, integrity, respect, teamwork, and trust are the values we dedicate ourselves to with the goal of providing excellent services and programs to meet the needs of our community and those within our organization. They guide our actions and serve as the framework for the decisions and contributions we make every day – at every level.  Each member of the Schaumburg team is valued, belongs and provides essential services to the residents, visitors, and businesses of Schaumburg. We are proud of the rich diversity of the Schaumburg community, and we want employees to bring their own unique capabilities, experiences, and characteristics to their work in serving the community.  The characteristics of humility, empathy, respect, and open-mindedness are cornerstones of our organizational culture. The success of the village depends on our employees, and we are committed to helping employees continue growing and developing in their careers. 

 

SELECTION PROCESS:

The candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, and other job-related testing or verifications.  Chosen candidates will be subject to background checks and a criminal history investigation.  The top candidate will need to successfully complete the post-offer qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis).

Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to complete the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at 847-923-3900.

 

The Village of Schaumburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Manager of Community Reintegration, Access Living of Metropolitan Chicago - Hybrid (Chicago, IL)

 Title: Manager of Community Reintegration

Type: Full-time, hybrid

Location: Chicago, IL

Pay: $63-66k/year

The Manager of Community Reintegration, under the supervision of the Vice President of Independent Living, is responsible for shaping, implementing and evaluating some of Access Living’s long term care services including, but not limited to, helping disabled people access SSI and SSDI benefits, find housing and transition from nursing homes, personal Assistant trainings and referrals.

Apply here, and view more specific duties and tasks. 

Farm Stand and Education Program Manager, Stein Learning Gardens at St. Sabina - Chicago, IL

 Title: Farm Stand and Education Program Manager

Type: Full-time, in-person

Location: Chicago, IL

Pay: ~$43.8k/year

The Farm Stand and Education Program Manager is responsible for running Barbara’s Market (commonly referred to as the farm stand) during all hours of operation. Tasks related to Barbara’s Market will represent approximately 60% of Program Manager’s time. The Program Manager will also be responsible for (co-)facilitating classes offered to students at St Sabina Academy, The Ark and to the broader community. As much as possible, the Program Manager will look for opportunities to provide education programming and other activities that will draw people to the weekly farm stand. Tasks related to Education will represent approximately 40% of Program Manager’s time.

Apply here.

Loan Underwriter - Cinnaire Corporation

Job Summary: Cinnaire Lending is a U.S. Treasury certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). At Cinnaire Lending, a Loan Underwriter evaluates and structures loan transactions and assesses the associated risks and mitigants for affordable housing and community development loans. This includes ensuring that the proposed loan meets underwriting guidelines, is appropriately secured by real estate or other collateral, and that it will provide positive financial and social impacts that align with the CDFI mission.

Find more information and full information here.

Planner I - Village of Glenview, Illinois

Schedule/ Work location:
This position is typically required to work during the hours Village Hall is open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., based on operational needs, for a total of 40 hours per week. This position is exempt under FLSA. Attendance at evening meetings up to several times per month is also required.

Salary:
The starting salary is $63,697- $89,176 DOQ, with excellent fringe benefit package.

Are you ready to shape the future of a vibrant, thriving and family-friendly community? Do you have a passion for urban planning and a desire to create environments that enrich people's lives? As the Village of Glenview embarks on a number of significant new developments and the revitalization of our Downtown District, we're seeking an enthusiastic and visionary Planner to play a pivotal role in shaping this transformation.

Full description and Application are available here.

Assistant Commissioner (Underwriting) - Chicago Department of Planning and Development

Job Posting

: Feb 13, 2024, 12:00:00 AM | 

Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External

: Mar 12, 2024, 11:59:00 PM

BU: 09 | Salary: $118,128.00 - $133,524.00 

Pay Basis

: Yearly

The City of Chicago’s Department of Planning & Development is responsible for the economic development growth of the City and it’s neighborhoods. This work is largely done through the Department’s Bureau of Economic Development (“the Bureau”), whose mission is to create equitable economic growth throughout Chicago, by investing financial resources and support in people, businesses, and neighborhoods. To do that, the Bureau administers a variety of programs including Community Development Grants (CDG), Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF), Tax Increment Financing (TIF), and property tax abatements. In total, the City has used these programs to make approximately $1.7 billion in investments in Chicago’s neighborhoods over the past five years

 

The Assistant Commissioner of the Underwriting Group is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Bureau’s evaluation of projects requesting the use of City funds and the oversight of staff members primarily responsible for this work. This principally involves reviewing application materials, identifying community benefits and alignment with the Department’s overall goals, and conducting financial and feasibility analyses in order to make recommendations regarding the use of the City’s financial incentive resources. For recommend projects, the Assistant Commissioner also manages the internal review process, contract negotiations, legislative approvals, and the execution of the agreement. The Assistant Commissioner also works in close coordination with the Bureau’s Deputy Commissioner in order to assist and facilitate the operation of the City’s various incentive programs.

Full Description available here (Search Job # 396318)

SOCAL Community Engagement Coordinator - Community Housing Development Corporation

Title: SOCAL Community Engagement Coordinator 
Department: Transportation Department- Community Engagement 
Reports to: Senior Community Engagement Coordinator 
FLSA Status: Full-time, 
Non-Exempt Hourly Rate: $58,580- $68,243 

About Community Housing Development Corporation 

We strive to create vibrant communities by providing housing and supportive services. We aim to create a foundation for low to moderate-income individuals, families, and seniors to thrive. Our goal is to promote self-sufficiency and improve the quality of life within the communities we serve. CHDC is committed to building a staff that is rich in cultural, social, and experiential diversity. 

Full description available here.

Community Development Fellow - The Resurrection Project

Position Title Community Development Fellow

Reporting Relationship: Chief Real Estate Development Officer

General Job Description

The Community Development Fellow will work closely with the Chief Real Estate Development Officer on a variety of projects ranging in stages of planning and construction. The Fellow should understand the effects of displacement and gentrification on communities of color, be interested in mitigating these effects through the development of affordable housing and be inclined to work on the financing aspects of development.

Community Development Planner - Village of Westmont, IL

What Does a Community Development - Planner Do?
Under general supervision of the Community Development Director, Deputy Director of Community Development/Planning, or Village Planner, performs a variety of routine and complex technical and professional land-use planning work for the Village including: assisting the public in applying planning and zoning regulations; reviewing building permits and business license applications for conformance with zoning regulations; processing applications for zoning entitlements; providing planning support such as research and analysis of technical data, assisting the general planning process, gathering data and administering the Village’s Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan.

For more information, please click here to see the full job description. Online Application is available here.

Community Investments Portfolio Asset Manager - CIBC

Location: Chicago, IL

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2320998

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com. Full post available here.

Land Bank Coordinator - South Suburban Land Bank and Development Authority

COMPENSATION: $55,000-$65,000; commensurate with experience/qualifications

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The South Suburban Land Bank and Development Authority (SSLBDA or Land Bank) is entering an exciting new phase to scale up operations and staff capacity. In partnership with the Southland Development Authority (SDA), the Land Bank expects to maintain consistent redevelopment of vacant residential real estate while initiating nascent large-scale redevelopment and economic development to the benefit of residents and businesses in Chicago’s South Suburbs.

We are seeking a responsible, creative, and dependable professional with demonstrable knowledge and a history of accomplishment in urban planning, redevelopment, or community development. The Land Bank Coordinator will support real property reclamation projects, manage internal communications and the Land Bank’s web presence, assist in day-to-day operations and administration, and ultimately manage new projects as they are created.

This is a great opportunity for an early career planner or public administrator looking to work in a growing organization with substantial opportunity for advancement.

The position offers a high degree of autonomy and flexibility to the right candidate; dependability is paramount.

The Land Bank Coordinator reports directly to the Program Director, who is responsible for piloting and implementing new projects and programs for the Land Bank.

This position is hybrid but requires regular in-person attendance at meetings, site visits, municipal hearings, and other Land Bank functions in the Chicago Southland.

KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Support the creation, design and implementation of new programs
• Assist Program Director in managing planning initiatives and redevelopment projects
• Oversee the Land Bank’s website, online presence, and external communications with interested parties
• Support Operations Manager and legal team on acquisition, disposition, and maintenance of property inventory
• Monitor and administer grant funding to implement new programs and strengthen existing operations, with a particular focus on the Illinois Housing Development Authority’s Strong Communities Program
• Support Executive Director on planning initiatives, complex projects, and external communications with municipal officials and program partners.
• Ensure quality control, data integrity, and accuracy in the Land Bank’s Property Profile System
• Other tasks as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum three (3) years of demonstrated achievement in urban planning, redevelopment, public administration, housing development or economic development
• Matriculated graduate coursework in public administration, nonprofit management, urban planning, environmental studies, public policy, or a related scholarship may substitute for work experience up to two (2) years
• Familiarity with the greater Chicagoland area
• Experience in urban planning, redevelopment, housing, public policy, or economic development is non-negotiable
• Knowledge of best practices in planning and redevelopment
• Experience working in state or local government or directly with public non-profits is highly desirable

TO APPLY:

Submit Cover Letter and Resume to: anissa.smith@southlanddevelopment.org by no later than January 31, 2023.

Assistant Project Manager - Latin United Community Housing Association (LUCHA)

Application Deadline: December 31, 2023

Starting Date: February 1, 2024

LUCHA is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join the Community Development team in supporting LUCHA’s pipeline of community-driven affordable housing development projects. With the oversight and support of LUCHA’s Director of Community Development, the Assistant Project Manager will assist with all aspects of the real estate development process, from concept development through acquisition, construction, and initial occupancy.

LUCHA’s current development pipeline includes the adaptive reuse of a church in Logan Square, an 89-unit new construction development in Humboldt Park, a 40-unit new construction development in Humboldt Park and the development of a new office/community center.

Senior Director of Real Estate Programs

Title: Senior Director of Real Estate Programs 
Reports to: CEO Employee 
Status: Full-time Exempt 
Salary: Starting at $90,000, based on qualifications 

Please email a cover letter and resume to hr@communitydeskchicago.org for consideration.

Position Summary 

Community Desk Chicago (“The Desk”) is a community development intermediary leveraging relationships, aggregating risk tolerant capital, and working intentionally in underserved communities to shift power dynamics and create a path to advance economic prosperity through community wealth-building and small-scale infill commercial real estate development. 

Planner II - Shorewood, IL

Title: Planner II
Status: Exempt
Department: Community Development
Reports To: Economic Development Director

Planner II is responsible for performing a variety of zoning, planning and economic development activities. Under the supervision of the Economic Development Director, Planner II assists with the design, promotion and administration of long-range, short-range and current planning efforts. Planner II works closely with the public to assist and provide information regarding the Comprehensive Plan and zoning, land subdivision and business licensing ordinances.

Online description is available here.

Development Manager - Chicago Housing Authority (CHA)

Salary Range: $90,000 - $95,000
Grade: S9
FLSA: Exempt
Union: None

Full description and application are available here.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Development team is responsible for the preservation, creation, implementation, monitoring/evaluation of development proposals/plans for mixed-income and public housing sites with the goal to create and preserve vibrant communities and new housing opportunities for public housing residents. Activities include development of mixed income communities, family development improvements, development and preservation of market-quality affordable family and senior housing, and the acquisition/disposition of real estate assets.

Community Development Administrator - Village of Morton Grove, IL

Salary range $95,000 to $122,000 DOQ. IMRF pension and excellent benefit package included.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter. Applications accepted until position is filled.

Full description and application are available here.

The Village of Morton Grove, Illinois (pop. 25,297) is a mature near-north suburb of Chicago with immediate access to interstate, public transit, and recreational trail networks. Residents enjoy the comforts of suburban living, access to 400 acres of Cook County Forest Preserves, a mix of small businesses and national retailers, a short commute to Chicago’s Loop, and a community rich in diversity. Today, over 40% of residents were born outside of the United States, an increase of over 7% since 2000.

Director of Community Development - Village of North Riverside, Illinois

Category: Administration

Status: Open

Posted: October 16, 2023

Closing: November 1, 2023 11:59 PM

Full description and application are available here.

Job Description:

The Village of North Riverside is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Director of Community Development.  This is a full time administrative position who manages, directs, supervises and coordinates all operational activities of the North Riverside Community Development Department. The Community Development Department includes the areas of urban planning, zoning and redevelopment, economic development, building code administration, property maintenance and code enforcement, and inspection services.

Economic Development Director - Teamwork Englewood

Position Title: Economic Development Director
Department: Community Programming
Reports to: Executive Director

Organization Overview: Teamwork Englewood (TWE) is a community-based organization that provides programming and planning for Englewood residents. The organization’s mission is to improve the quality of life of the residents and stakeholders of Englewood by facilitating economic, educational and social opportunities. The Englewood Quality of Life Initiative (EQLI) is a community driven plan to improve the community through resident developed strategies. The Plan has served as a catalyst for residents and stakeholders of Greater Englewood to implement a number of programs, initiatives, and events as a large coalition formed of several issue focused task forces developing on-going implementation tactics.

Development Director - Metropolitan Planning Council

Position Summary:

The Development Director will primarily focus on meeting MPC’s financial goals, forecasting future revenue, and building relationships with donors/funders. The candidate will come to MPC with established relationships with foundations, corporations, and experience with government grants. The candidate will lead prospect research and identify new revenue streams. To strengthen and attract new donors/funders, the Director of Development will implement and manage the organization’s moves management program to connect with new major donors and reconnect lapsed donors. The person in this position will also develop and produce special events to build and strengthen relationships with donors and prospects and to position MPC as a leader. The Director of Development will work closely with the program teams to identify and manage funding opportunities. The person in this role will also work together with the Marketing and Communications team to raise awareness and support through various communications channels and events.

Full description and application information are available here.