Director of Zoning and Business Development - 43rd Ward Office - Chicago, IL

For more information please visit:  43rd Ward, City of Chicago

About Alderman Knudsen:

Previously serving as Chairman of the City of Chicago Zoning Board of Appeals, Alderman Knudsen brings that expertise to managing zoning and development matters in the 43rd Ward (which comprises the communities of Lincoln Park, Old Town, and the Gold Coast). Alderman Knudsen is an advocate for affordable housing, adaptive reuse and preservation as a means to maintain available housing options, safer/complete streets and multimodal transportation as a means to making the 43rd Ward accessible to all Chicago residents. The Alderman prioritizes commercial revitalization of the Ward's commercial corridors and strong partnership with local business leaders.

Our office is seeking to hire a Director of Zoning and Business Development. Ideal candidates will have a graduate degree in urban planning, architecture, or law, and 2 - 5 years work experience, preferably to include direct constituent/customer service.

Salary: Position available as full time or part time position. Salary to be determined after election, but starting at $50,000/year minimum.

Candidates should have some familiarity with the Lincoln Park, Old Town, and Gold Coast communities, and must be community-oriented as well as empathetic listeners.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Managing a portfolio of zoning and development proposals review (ranging from minor zoning relief such as Administrative Adjustments and Variations, zoning map amendment processes, to large-scale Planned Developments). 
• Overseeing Landmark affairs (permit reviews for new construction or renovation, new Landmark designations, etc.)
• Advising the Alderman on policies, ordinances, and related legislative matters from the Department of Housing, Department of Planning, etc.
• Interacting with personnel from City of Chicago planning, enforcement and licensing departments, as well as Zoning Board of Appeals, Plan Commission, Commission on Landmarks and Committee on Zoning
• Leading community review processes for zoning and licensing matters (engaging with community stakeholders, neighborhood associations, other residents, etc.)
• Primary business liaison for 43rd Ward office (loading zones, licenses, etc.), close collaboration with Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce
• Other duties as required

At a minimum, candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree and be working towards a Master's Degree in Urban Planning or Public Policy. Other essential characteristics include:

• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong written communication skills. 
• Occasional public testifying before the Zoning Board of Appeals, Commission on Chicago Landmarks, Committee on Zoning, or Plan Commission on behalf of the Alderman is required. Excellent verbal communication skills are required.
• Ability to remain impartial and patient when projects include differing perspectives and potential controversy
• Problem-solving aptitude
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and engage on multiple issues simultaneously and on deadlines
• Familiarity with (or ability to independently learn) City of Chicago Zoning Code, business protocols, and liquor licensing laws
• Ability to work with confidential documents, process information and learn the nuances of municipal governance
• Ability to work with architectural documents (read project plans and their zoning requirements, etc.)
• Basic computer skills (including Word, Excel, internet, email)

All candidates must be residents of the City of Chicago at the time of employment.

Please direct all résumés, cover letters, and questions to yourvoice@ward43.org from April 3, 2023 onward.

Job Type: 

Internship, with option to extend to full-time pending election results

Education:
Bachelor's (Required)

Masters (Preferred, in-progress acceptable)

Experience:
Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:
English (Required)

Shift availability:
Day Shift (M-F required)

Some nights and weekends (as required)

Work Location:

43rd Ward office, hybrid schedule with some WFH flexibility

Director of Business Development - Rosin Preservation

Who: Rosin Preservation

What: Rosin Preservation is hiring a full-time Director of Business Development to join our team. This position is responsible for developing new geographical markets and ideal clients, nurturing existing relationships, and securing contracts to support our historic tax credit consulting services. The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge about marketing strategies that generate new qualified leads as well as previous success cultivating relationships for mutually beneficial engagements in historic preservation, real estate development, economic development, architecture or urban planning.

Rosin Preservation is a growing eight-person, full-service historic preservation consulting firm based in Kansas City’s East Crossroads neighborhood. We thrive on collaboration and new challenges. Our expertise and proven track record working with real estate developers and community leaders has built a reputation for adding value and creativity to rehabilitation projects nationwide.

Learn more about Rosin Preservation by visiting our website rosinpreservation.com or Rosin Preservation’s Linkedin, Facebook, or Instagram feeds.

Primary tasks:

• Identify opportunities and develop relationships to secure work with ideal developer clients; this may include local preservation, community development, and economic development officials as well as potential clients. 
• Interpret and communicate requirements of federal and state historic tax credit programs to clients and potential clients. 
• Prepare proposals including custom scopes of work and budgets. 
• Coordinate with Director of Operations to assure alignment of production capacity and contractual obligations. 
• Develop marketing materials and maintain web site and social media accounts, working both independently and in conjunction with Rosin Preservation’s marketing/branding/public relations consultants. 
• Research, create, and publish a monthly report for developer clients highlighting industry trends and properties available for historic tax credit rehabilitation. 
• Develop session proposals for professional conferences for company staff 
• Attend and present at industry conferences. Track and report program results monthly, quarterly, and annually.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 2-5 years of experience in business development for a company in a related industry. 
• Familiarity with federal and state historic tax credit programs a plus. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Strong people skills. 
• Ability to travel (by auto and air) in the continental United States 4-8 days/month with some overnight travel required 
• Ability to work independently and take initiative. 
• Willingness to ask questions and seek input. 
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, SalesForce, WordPress, and social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook). 
• A valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle. 
• Ability to visit dilapidated buildings that may present physically challenging conditions, such as uneven surfaces; lack of working elevator, electricity, heating or cooling; mold; animal droppings; etc. 
• Previous experience working in a small-office environment 
• Most importantly, the successful candidate will mesh with our company culture.

The position is full-time, 40 hours/week, although we will consider a part-time arrangement for the right person. Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits include PTO, health insurance, disability insurance, SIMPLE retirement savings plan, and a team of collaborative and engaged coworkers.

Interested candidates should send a resume and a letter explaining your interest and qualifications for the position to owner Elizabeth Rosin, info@rosinpreservation.com. Deadline for application is Monday, January 20, 2020 @ 8:00 am CST. Background check will be conducted before hiring.

Urban Planner, Sustainable and Resilient Cities – RTI (Durham, NC)

Who: RTI Headquarters, Environment and Health Sciences unit

What: The Urban Planner for Sustainable and Resilient Cities will be a key member of a team responsible for developing our emerging sustainable and resilient cities practice. EHS has many of the technical capabilities required to support sustainable/resilient cities work and requires an urban planner with a demonstrated track record working on sustainable/resilient cities-related projects and developing new business.

Responsibilities will include the entire project cycle from identification, marketing, proposals, and contract negotiation to implementation and project management. Key requirements are technical expertise and established contacts/relationships with cities, international organizations and firms working in this space that will allow RTI to successfully compete in this market by bidding on projects, but also working with governments to create projects and solicit funds. Opportunities to work across RTI units and programs for growth and exposure across sectors (i.e., energy, water, food and agriculture, waste, climate change adaptation and resilience, low emissions development) will be provided.

The Urban Planner, Sustainable and Resilient Cities will support EHS staff in a range of activities including but not limited to:

Economic Development Coordinator – Village of Winnetka

Who: Village of Winnetka, Village Manager’s Office

What: Under the direction of the Assistant Village Manager, the Economic Development Coordinator is responsible for developing, guiding, and administering the Village's economic development and business relations functions. The position emphasizes business development (existing business retention/expansion and new business recruitment), marketing/branding activities, and special events. The Economic Development Coordinator is a key liaison to the Winnetka business community and Chamber of Commerce and also plays an important role in the implementation of Winnetka's Downtown Master Plan. The position requires experience and expertise in developing strategies to create a sustainable long-term commercial base and to promote the community's vision of its three business districts. Essential functions include:

President & CEO - Land of Lincoln Economic Development Committee (Springfield)

Who: Land of Lincoln Economic Development Committee. The goal of the EDC is to create a more vibrant, diverse, multi-generational community through economic development efforts that attract and retain a broader range of stable employment opportunities. This is accomplished through leveraging Sangamon County and the City of Springfield’s historical significance, strong education system and choices, state-of-the-art medical facilities, geographic location, low cost-of-living and broad human outreach initiatives. The Land of Lincoln Economic Development Committee (EDC) was created in Springfield and Sangamon County, Illinois, late in 2017 with the expectations that it will form a 501-c3, public-private, economic development corporation. After an in-depth analysis of the current economic development efforts, regional leaders saw the need to form an entity that is laser-focused on primary job creation and retention and economic growth for the region.

What: The President/CEO of the Economic Development Committee will be responsible for the recruitment of new industries/businesses to the Sangamon County Region and plays an important role on the committee in achieving overall goals and objectives. This position will report to a Board of Trustees and is responsible for implementing economic development initiatives in collaboration with local business leaders, state and local government officials, site selection consultants, and staff. Specific economic development responsibilities include those associated with entrepreneurship development, workforce development, business retention and expansion, business recruitment and marketing. As this is a newly created position, it offers a unique opportunity to shape and influence this start-up corporation into a catalyst for economic growth and prosperity for the region. Specific roles and responsibilities include:

Economic Development Director - Jefferson East, Inc. - Detroit, MI

Economic Development Director
Jefferson East, Inc.

Detroit, MI

Do you love creating a visually compelling, before and after redevelopment story that transforms commercial districts and neighborhoods? If yes, then you may be interested in leading the revitalization of the East Jefferson corridor, and JEI's historic Jefferson-Chalmers Main Street project, including the redevelopment of vacant and blighted commercial properties. With JEI's partners, the goal is to bring buildings back to a useful life that support neighborhood retail and housing in multiple commerical districts. Specifically, you will help energize seven retail storefronts, attract inspiring entrepreneurial business owners and support JEI's properties with finance layering, environmental cleanup and project management coordination.

In your first year at JEI, here is how you will make a difference in real estate and business attraction:

Real Estate

• Oversee JEI's new subsidiary development entity, JEDEVCO, and assist the Executive Director manage a board of directors.
• Provide "get it done" project management — stellar communications and ability to deliver client value — the development phase for JEI's Jefferson-Chalmers Main Street property portfolio.
• Manage contractors and contracts for architecture, engineering, construction and financing.
• Interface, negotiate and partner with project funders.
• Manage documents and data necessary for obtaining predevelopment loans and financing, grant reporting requirements, including CDBG façade, HOME funds, and MSHDA grants.
• Develop project proformas, budgets and plans.
• Market and promote the corridor to attract businesses, visitors, and residents.
• Establish an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District and other appropriate economic development incentives.

Business Attraction

• Collaborate with TechTown and other business support agencies in collaboration with business owners looking to locate in the corridor, and property owners that want to lease space.
• Assist local property owners, business owners and developers in their interaction with governmental agencies.
• Identify and secure additional resources to aid commercial and mixed use redevelopment projects.
• Marketing JEI and partner programs to area businesses, property owners, and residents.
• Main Street Project Partners:

In this position, you will collaborate with the City of Detroit, state agencies, and funders and neighborhood organizations, including:

• City of Detroit planning, economic development, housing and BSEED departments
• Detroit Economic Growth Corporation
• State Agencies: MEDC and MSHDA
• Philanthropic partners: Enterprise Community Partners and The Kresge Foundation
• Wayne State University Tech Town
• Neighborhood residents and businesses

Our Ideal Candidate:
JEI seeks a highly motivated candidate who is eager to build their professional experience with the JEI team and board of directors. You understand real estate, the development process and proformas, with strong negotiating skills. You have proven project management acumen with strong leadership to keep your work and everyone else on track, and the ability to say no. Most important, you know how to build trusting relationships that lead to collaborations with our partners, including the JEI team, community members, local business/property owners, city staff, funders and peer organizations. Above all, you love urban spaces and want to be immersed in Detroit's transformation.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors in Real Estate Development, Urban Planning, Business, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Project management certification or related training.
• 5+ year's relevant experience in real estate development.
• Experience in real estate, brokerage, contract management and negotiation.

About Jefferson East, Inc.
Founded as the Jefferson East Business Association in 1994, today Jefferson East, Inc. (JEI) improves the economic viability of business districts, increases the density and livability of residential neighborhoods, and creates an inviting sense of place throughout the east Jefferson corridor - from Downtown Detroit to Alter Road on the city's lower eastside. JEI fosters the economic renewal and physical transformation of the corridor that serves as the gateway between downtown, the Detroit riverfront and eastern suburbs.

14628 E. Jefferson Ave.
Detroit, MI, US
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300 River Place Drive
Detroit, MI, US 48207

LIRI Representative/Business Outreach Coordinator - North Branch Works - Chicago, IL

LIRI (Local Industrial Retention Initiative) Representative -
Business Outreach Coordinator
North Branch Works
Chicago, IL

Overview/Purpose
North Branch Works is a non-profit, community based economic development agency that works with industry and businesses located in four industrial corridors on Chicago’s north side to maintain stable and growing business corridors that retain and expand jobs for area residents. The Business Outreach Coordinator will build and maintain relationships with local companies and the community through outreach and marketing of city and business services, explore and document company needs and connect them to solutions. A successful applicant will possess self confidence, the ability to connect with business owners and community members and demonstrate how they worked effectively to help others and benefit the community in past jobs or endeavors.

Responsibilities

• Become conversant in and effectively market public and private business assistance programs available through NBW and our partner organizations such as OCS Micro Loan program, SomerCor-SBIF, TIF Works, BCAP, IMEC, etc.; 
• Conduct outreach to firms in our service area to explore/obtain/explain issues related to business retention/expansion; work with company leadership to resolve issues resulting in retention that supports private investment and job creation; 
• Organize and ensure strong attendance at NBW’s Infrastructure Task Force meetings. This includes finding a location, creating an agenda in coordination with city departments, aldermen, and local companies to address company/community needs; 
• Assist with membership revenue generation-both of new member recruitment and member retention. Help plan member events and update membership marketing materials. Work with Membership Coordinator and Executive Director to set target membership goals to meet revenue goal; 
• Write, edit and produce the NB_Connector (our weekly e-newsletter). Compose and gather relevant articles for the e-news letter including new member stories and features. Ask staff for articles on their programs, events, and seek additional relevant info to include in e-news. 
• Work with Executive Director and Director of Finance to prepare and submit LIRI contract budget and workplan documents in coordination with DPD. 
• Track and report monthly and quarterly progress on LIRI contract related to goals of the program including: business outreach, economic development programs, and real estate listings for our area. 
• Work with the local real-estate community to market space in our area and address expansion/relocation needs of area businesses. 
• Update NBW’s website with business incentives, real estate, membership info, events, and other relevant info as needed. 
• Update social media by tweeting and making Facebook posts at least once a week and as needed. 
• Help create and plan networking events, business workshops and fundraisers. 

Qualifications

• BA or BS in business administration, social services, urban planning, or related field and 3-5 years work experience or MS; 
• Emphasis on excellent sales and market skills, self-starter and ability to work independently and as a team member; 
• Strong time management skills, ability to meet deadlines and complete tasks. Diligence in record keeping and reporting; 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft office suite, Salesforce.com, and constant contact; ability to pick up and learn databases quickly. 

Additional Info

• The LIRI Rep reports to the Director of Sustainable Economic Development 
• Local Travel in Chicago neighborhoods is required 
• Salary $38,000 - $48,000 /yr based on experience; competitive benefit package 
• Full time: Monday- Friday (40 hours a week) 
• Position starts mid July, 2016 

Contact Krista Elam, Director, Sustainable Economic Development, for more information at krista@northbrachworks.org




Deliverables



Spend 25% of time outside the office visiting local firms in sales/marketing/service delivery effort

25 + new or renewed contacts with local businesses (per month) that result in issue resolution or retention/expansion of firms (documented and tracked in ECM)

Update Salesforce with current membership status and company information, key contacts, etc.



Produce 4 e-news letters per month

2 company e-news features per month

Assist with planning events (for example: Wendella Boat Networking, Business Mixers & Fall Fundraiser)

Organize and conduct 3-4 Infrastructure Task Force Meetings per year

Assist with meeting our annual membership revenue of goal of $ 25,000; recruit 2 new members per month (revenue sharing based on existing policy)

Executive Director - Chicago Heights Development Corporation - Chicago Heights, IL

Executive Director
Chicago Heights Development Corporation
Chicago Heights, IL

Job Level Mid II (4-8 years)
Salary Range $75,000 to $100,000

Job Description
The Chicago Heights Development Corporation, a newly created non-profit economic development corporation in the metro Chicago area, is seeking a difference maker to lead the day to day operations of the organization. An equal amount of the organizational time will be devoted to business attraction and business retention. The successful candidate will establish the full business operations which include industrial development, urban infill real estate development for retail, mixed-use, administration and budgeting of tax increment finance districts; aggressive business recruitment; deal making; business retention/expansion; and general marketing.

Ideal candidate will have economic development experience in the metro Chicago area, be extremely energetic, analytical, high level of initiative, excellent interpersonal skills with a track record of success. Bachelor’s degree in a related area (master’s preferred) and 5 to 7 years of progressively increased experience in economic development, real estate development, public finance, or advisory services. At least three years of management experience and prefer candidates with experience deal making, business development, government affairs and working in step with a Board of Directors.

E-mail resume, references and salary history to AWG & Associates to awg.griffin@gmail.com. Initial screening of applicants will begin on April 4, 2016. 

Community profile and job descriptions can be at: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/d3lt634x7issrwq/AAD8_3zHM2TV_KQx8hQxjZMna?dl=0.

Contact Information
Contact Name: Anthony Griffin
Phone 708-288-3179
Email awg.griffin@gmail.com
Website www.dropbox.com/sh/d3lt634x7issrwq/AAD8_3zHM2TV_KQx8hQxjZMna?dl=0

Economic Development Specialist - Evanston, IL

Economic Development Program Specialist
City of Evanston
Evanston, IL
Job Level Mid I (1-4 years)
Salary Range $29.97 – $38.47/hour*

NATURE OF WORK:This position performs responsible professional work to assist in the development and implementation of City of Evanston economic development programs and projects that support commercial, office, and industrial businesses and development activities. Work for this position is primarily focused to include business retention of existing Evanston businesses, with a focus on retail business. Additional work includes conducting marketing and business attraction work associated with bringing nationally recognized commercial businesses as well as supporting the innovation and development of new locally-based businesses. This position will require regular reports to the City Manager, Elected Officials, and other senior City staff on business recruitment and retention activities. The Economic Development Division is comprised of a staff of four and is located within the City Manager’s Office. The Economic Development Specialist reports to the Senior Economic Development Coordinator; the Senior Economic Development Coordinator reports to the Economic Development Division Manager; and the Economic Development Division Manager reports to the Assistant City Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Specific assignment will include some or all of the following):
• Conducts business visitations of businesses located in Evanston’s neighborhood business districts and subsequent identification of retailers or businesses in districts through business visits that are interested in expansion or require additional retention assistance.
• Develops and supports a retail incubation program that supports entrepreneurs or area businesses interested in opening a new business that does not currently exist in a district or in Evanston.
• Acts as initial point of contact for general inquiries from new and existing business walk-in and phone inquiries; acts as Economic Development liaison for 311 inquiries.
• Assists in the preparation of customized, confidential, professional responses to prospect requests.
• Contributes to the constant improvement of presentation materials / in-house publications.
• Participates in the development of aggressive marketing and sales strategies that will result in new prospect activity.
• Works to create economic development incentive packages for prospects interested in locating in Evanston (includes coordination with City Law Department to draft and create redevelopment agreements).
• Meets and works with business district organizations concerning economic development issues and challenges.
• Develops and maintains a comprehensive inventory of available commercial, office and industrial building spaces and sites within the community for economic development purposes; tracks vacancy rates within the City by commercial industry.
• Represents the City in regional and national convention and trade shows for which prospective businesses for Evanston are present.
• Develops and maintains relationships with retail broker community.
• Assists as needed in preparation of Power Point presentations and supporting materials, for presentation to City Manager, City Council, Committee meetings, key business groups, and/or other special interest groups.
• Works with Economic Development Division Manager and the Community Engagement Team, local merchant districts, and Chamber of Commerce Officials to coordinate announcements and the promotion of the new businesses openings, existing business expansions or key anniversaries, and general business activities and special events.
• Provides timely reports to the Economic Development Division Manager and City Manager on activities and progress on retention, expansion, and attraction efforts that are used to brief City Council and other elected officials.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
Must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in planning, public administration, or business with a focus on real estate and/or economics or similar discipline. Master’s degree is preferred.

Must possess two (2) or more years of progressively responsible economic development based work experience including economic development research experience. Possession of two (2) or more years of experience working for a local chamber of commerce, business district improvement area, special service area, or related municipal position in which job responsibilities involved direct contact with business districts and individual businesses is preferred.

Must possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
• Knowledge of marketing, communications, and public relations, with experience in outreach and communications to a broad base audience.
• Innovative, self-motivated, creative, resourceful and independent thinking; Strong problem solving skills with an ability to quickly assess the issues and challenges and begin to develop alternative solutions for preferred economic development projects and programs.
• Ability to review, understand and discern key information from market analysis, economic or fiscal impact reports, or other related economic development studies and reports; ability to take information and adapt, as appropriate, to Economic Development priorities and strategies.
• Ability to understand, administer and adapt the process of land use regulations as administered by local municipalities throughout the U.S., and articulate their theoretical basis, generally, and specifically related to commercial business expansion and attraction.
• Considerable knowledge of and ability to use Internet search engines, word processing software, email, and Windows operating systems.
• Experience utilizing social media software in a professional capacity through marketing, social campaigns, advertising, and/or business promotion.
• Ability to work with and relate to a diverse group of citizens from varying socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds.
• Excellent communication, organizational and project management skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
• The ability to work in a primarily sedentary position, with the ability to occasionally use force to exert up to 10 pounds. The ability to lift, carry or otherwise move objects, books, materials, etc. using up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions: protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from indoor temperature changes.
• There are no environmental hazards associated with this classification.

To view the full job description and apply for this position, please visit www.cityofevanston.org on or before (3/13/2016) application closing date and complete the on-line application. Only those who submit an application directly on our employment site by the (3/13) closing date will be considered.

Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position. Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes, including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.

CONTACT:

Human Resources
Phone 847 448 8204
Fax 847 448 8109
Email humanresources@cityofevanston.org
Website www.cityofevanston.org/employment
Postal Address City of Evanston
Human Resources
2100 Ridge Ave

Evanston IL 60201

Deputy Commissioner - New York City

Deputy Commissioner

Business Acceleration/Development Division
New York, NY

Experience:10-12 years
12-15 years

JOB DESCRIPTION:
•Lead and manage Business Acceleration/Development division (currently 70+ full-time staff) to ensure successful service delivery and fulfillment of program objectives

•Guide senior leadership and staff in implementing Division’s strategic plan by developing, executing, evaluating, and making recommendations on programmatic, operational, and technological initiatives

•Set Division policies and define Division objectives and initiatives by leading strategic planning process and analyzing performance indicators

•Develop and maintain relationships with Mayoralty, City agencies, other government entities, community organizations, and industry associations

•Oversee City’s SB1, Financial and Business Services,, NYC Business Solutions, Business Incentives, Emergency Response and Business Acceleration programs and initiatives.

•Lead preparation of and deliver external communications, including testimony at public hearings, and content for public speaking engagements, panels, and training sessions

Minimum Qualifying Requirements

•A masters degree from an accredited college in business, public administration, public policy, public policy, urban affairs, finance, economics, or a related field plus 10+ years satisfactory full-time professional experience in : business administration, law, public market operations, government contracting, urban planning, finance, grant administration, program management, service delivery, or economic development. OR

•A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in business or related field. Plus 12+ years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in program management, service delivery or economic development

Preferred Skills

•Exceptional leader with a proven track record in business services, operations, program management and service delivery

•Significant knowledge of entrepreneurship, regulatory environment for businesses in NYC and economic development

•Significant experience working with industry and small business community

•Experience directing large systems

•Experience managing senior staff

•Knowledge of New York City economy

•Excellent interpersonal, organizational, strategic thinking and quantitative/qualitative skills.

•Strong communications, presentation and writing skills.

•Ability to manage teams; implement change management processes

•Knowledge of government procurement principles, rules and implementation.

Community/Economic Development - South Bend, IN

Assistant Executive Director - Department of Community Investment

City of South Bend

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Economic Planning and Development

Real Estate Development

Urban Design

Experience: 

5-7 years

Contact person: 

Christine Villaire                

Email: humanresources@southbendin.gov

Website: https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=1189101

Location: 

South Bend, IN

Serves as the ‘single point of contact’ in the City to assist businesses seeking to navigate the public process for purposes of economic development. Leads the City of South Bend's Business Development team and its activities to develop the strategies to effectively identify, recruit, support and enhance new and expanding businesses in the City and executes on those strategies. Supports the Executive Director of Community Investment in all of his/her responsibilities. Innovation, creativity, high energy and problem solving are critical skills toward incumbent’s success.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Reporting to Executive Director, responsible for daily operations of entire Community Investment Department and direct supervision of Business Development team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This list represents the types of duties required by the position. Other duties may be assigned as reasonably expected.
• Leads the department’s economic development and redevelopment activities including strategic planning, budgeting, hiring personnel and creating successful public-private partnerships.
• Develops performance measures based on accepted best practices to assess programming effectiveness.
• Leads strategic review of prospective development opportunities requesting City participation. Works with professional service providers (attorneys, financial consultants, engineers, etc.) along with developers/investors to finalize projects.
• Organizes internal interdisciplinary project teams around individual opportunities, drawing from the Planning, Analytics, Business Development, and Neighborhood Support groups within the Department, and from outside the Department where appropriate.
• Oversees implementation of approved development projects with City participation.
• Creates and deploys new business assistance programs, investment initiatives and revises existing program as necessary to increase effectiveness.
• Develops and maintains working relationship with key area businesses to facilitate growth and reinvestment in the City.
• Performs as Executive Director of City’s Industrial Revolving Fund including marketing, administrating and staffing its commercial loan program.
• Works collaboratively with private sector economic development groups to further City’s community investment goals and objectives.
• Researches, leverages, receives and deploys appropriate federal, state and local funding sources in furtherance of City development goals.
• Directs the management of the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the City's economic development activities for the Urban Enterprise Zone Program.
• Meets with and advises City Officials, redevelopment commissioners, business leaders and other concerned citizens as to economic development, redevelopment, community development, business assistance, housing and neighborhood plans. 
• Supervises and evaluates progress of staff, and coordinates department's work with that of contractors, agencies and other City departments. 
• Works with the community's elected and appointed leadership to develop policy in the areas of business assistance and economic development and redevelopment.

NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:
• Assumes additional responsibilities as directed and as they relate to overall function.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION
• A college degree in public administration, urban planning, law, finance and economics or related field and five years of increasingly responsible positions in real estate and development, public housing, urban planning, urban redevelopment, community development, economic development or a similar area of work experience. 
• A graduate degree in business, public administration, urban planning, law, finance and economics or related field is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES PREFERRED
• Knowledge of principles and practices of urban planning, redevelopment, business assistance and economic development, neighborhood revitalization and housing programs;
• Knowledge of basic public administration procedures; ability to supervise a multifaceted public development agency and coordinate a variety of projects related to economic development, community development, urban redevelopment and neighborhood revitalization; ability to evaluate and analyze complex plans, projects, and programs, taking into consideration such factors as the public budget process, the sources and uses of revenue, the conflicting community viewpoints and plans, the political process, strategic planning considerations and other difficulties; 
• Ability to direct a professional staff; ability to relate well with community leaders, elected and appointed officials and diverse community and civic groups;
• Ability to clearly explain long term, complex plans and alternatives in both private and public meetings and presentations.

Vice President, BAE Urban Economics - Berkeley, CA

Vice President

BAE Urban Economics

Professional Area: 

Economic Planning and Development

Experience: 

7-10 years

Location: 

Berkeley, CA

The Firm

BAE Urban Economics is an award-winning urban economics and public-benefit real estate development consulting practice.  Since 1986, we have served more than 2,000 clients including public agencies, non-profit organizations, and private developers throughout the US.  BAE’s experience ranges from statewide policy studies, to strategic plans, to development projects.  Our services include feasibility studies, strategic planning, revitalization, public-private transactions, public financing, fiscal and economic impacts analyses, and development advisory services. 

We value places and people, and have a strong commitment to supporting our clients with expert services.  BAE has 20 staff members in five offices including San Francisco, Sacramento, Los Angeles, New York City, and Washington DC.  For more information, see www.bae1.com.

The Position

We are seeking a Vice President for our main office in the San Francisco Bay Area.  This position offers a path to Principal, along with membership in our ESOP (stock ownership).  This position works directly with Principals of the firm, and also manages our staff of outstanding professionals through a project team approach. 

The successful candidate will have a graduate education in city planning, public policy, business/finance, or equivalent, with an emphasis on quantitative and/or financial analysis.  This position requires at least 10 years of demonstrated professional experience, including preparation of reports for public distribution, in-depth analysis, staff management, and business development.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.  Experience and knowledge of the Northern California real estate and development market, public agencies, and legal framework affecting planning and projects is required.  Prior consulting experience is also required. 

BAE seeks an expert with knowledge and experience across multiple topics in urban development, along with one or more specializations such as P3, real estate development, public finance in California, economic development, affordable housing, or TOD. 

We offer a fast-paced, flexible, and interesting workplace with a casual atmosphere and a serious commitment to excellence.  Salary is commensurate with experience.  BAE offers excellent employee benefits, and is an equal opportunity employer.  To apply, please email your cover letter, resume, and a work sample to Janet Smith-Heimer, President, at: jsmithheimer@bae1.com.  Please put “Application for Vice President Position” in the subject line.

Urban Design West Coast Practice Leader Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) - San Francisco, CA

Urban Design West Coast Practice Leader

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM)

Professional Area: 

Urban Design

Experience: 

More than 10 years

Location: 

San Francisco, CA

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) is one of the leading architecture, interior design, engineering, and urban-planning firms in the world, with a 75-year reputation for design excellence and a portfolio that includes some of the most important architecture of the 20th and 21st centuries. Since its inception, SOM has been a leader in the research and development of innovative technologies, processes and ideas, many of which have had a lasting impact on the built environment. The firm has been honored with more than 1100 awards. The American Institute of Architects has recognized SOM twice with its highest honor, the Architecture Firm Award—in 1962 and again in 1996. The firm maintains offices in Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Washington, DC, London, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Dubai.  

SOM's multifaceted practice includes: Architecture, MEP/Building Services, Digital Design, Graphics, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Structural & Civil Engineering, Sustainable Design, Urban Design and Planning.

Position Overview:    

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP, an internationally-known, multi-disciplinary architectural and engineering design practice seeks an experienced urban designer to join the award-winning City Design Practice in its San Francisco office. The Practice specializes in the urban design and planning of large-scale, urban revitalization projects, as well as the preparation of master plans for major institutions, workplace initiatives, and new communities. The candidate will have the opportunity to lead urban design and planning projects within the western US.    

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strengthens SOM’s firm vision, goals and values building client commitment to the firm    
• Solves complex problems in connection with the urban design of large-scale projects.    
• Leads project design through all phases of work on multiple project assignments as part of a leadership team.     
• Acts as primary design interface with clients, consultants, contractors, and others during various stages of project development.    
• Manages work on assigned projects, within group and with other disciplines, guides and encourages the development of staff and empowers individuals and team performance    
• Pursues new urban design and planning project and business development leads, including the preparations of proposals, project fees and scopes of services in concert with the group’s project manager.     

Please note this job description contains only a partial listing of duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Master Degree in Urban Design or City Planning, with undergraduate training in architecture design. CA architecture licensure or AICP is required. LEED accreditation is desirable.    
• At least 15 years of progressively responsible project experience in the urban design and physical planning profession in North America, including 10 years of experience running a team.  At least five years of California experience is desirable.    
• A strong design ethos consistent with the core principles of SOM’s City Design Practice    
• Established track-record of high profile, approved projects along the West Coast, particularly in the Bay Area    
• Thorough knowledge of urban design and planning issues, including  site planning, zoning, infrastructure and utility planning, entitlements, and sustainable design practices    
• A dynamic, creatively-focused and efficient approach     
• Compelling communication and engaging client liaison skills     
• Ability to effectively engage communities in public participation processes    
• Excellent people management and strong team leadership with ability to listen and collaborate effectively    
• Ability to adapt to change in a fast-pace, highly creative working environment is essential.    
• Proven success in business development with positive results    
• Demonstrated proficiency with Autocad, MS Office, and Adobe CS skills, along with hand-sketching, are highly desirable.    
• Domestic travel will occasionally be required     

Work Environment / Physical Demands:   

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, printers and fax machines.  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  

Additional Information:  

SOM is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We conduct all employment-related activities without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or marital status (except where certain characteristics are essential bona fide occupational requirements or where a disability is a bona fide occupational disqualification), as required by applicable law. SOM welcomes diversity in the workplace. SOM will make reasonable accommodation in the application process for applicants with disabilities, as required by applicable law. Please contact the Human Resources department at the location of interest to request accommodation.  

We realize that all candidates may not be able to submit an online application.  If you cannot submit an online application for a position, please submit your resume, cover letter and 3 to 4 works samples to the appropriate office (C/O Human Resources) via regular mail.  Clearly indicate in the cover letter the position and location to which you are applying.  For a complete listing of SOM locations and addresses, please visit the Contact section on our web site atwww.som.com.

To apply, please submit cover letter, resume and work samples atwww.som.com/careers under the San Francisco - Urban Design West Coast Practice Leader requisition.

Economic Development Coordinator - City of San Carlos, CA

Economic Development Coordinator

City of San Carlos, CA

 

Professional Area: 

Community Development and Redevelopment

Economic Planning and Development

Housing

Real Estate Development

Experience: 

3-5 years

Website: 

http://www.cityofsancarlos.org

Location: 

San Carlos, CA

Tentative Final filing date: 5:00pm, Friday, September 25, 2015

About the Position

Under general direction from the Community Development Director, performs complex professional level assignments for the Economic Development Division involving research, design, implementation, and monitoring of programs encouraging economic development in the City of San Carlos. Work includes but is not limited to developing and administering plans and programs related to commercial and industrial business attraction, retention and expansion; basic financial and economic analysis; marketing, branding and event coordination; and other duties related to the administration of programs and projects.

Reports to the Community and Economic Development Director and is expected to work independently and with minimal supervision. May exercise direct or indirect supervision of support, technical and professional staff.

Essential Duties

(This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned.)

•              Administer economic development projects and programs from conception, design, budget development, implementation, and general financial overview, to final effectiveness evaluation.

•              Administer the city’s affordable housing strategy including the Below Market Rate housing ordinance and assist the San Carlos Housing Authority to seek new development opportunities and partnerships for the creation of affordable housing.

• Act as liaison between developers and businesses in the evaluation of real estate developments, and landlords/brokers and potential tenants in pursuing leasing of commercial vacancies.

•              Plan, schedule and coordinate real estate, marketing, site development, and business development programs, including developing marketing strategy and preparing public information materials.

•              Negotiate development transactions and leases consistent with City policies.

•              Acquire, manage and dispose of property on behalf of the City.

•              Resolve legal, financial, environmental and technical real estate issues involved in development projects and commercial leasing opportunities.

•              Encourage and facilitate development by communicating with citizens groups, individuals, and public and private organizations.

•              Conduct field investigations of development sites.

•              Collect, compile, organize, and analyze data for use in economic development programs and development objectives.

•              Prepare comprehensive reports, proposals, and studies related to economic development opportunities and implementation activities.

•              Represent the City at a wide variety of community meetings.

•              Make written and verbal presentations to City Council, Economic Development Advisory Commission, other Boards and Commissions, outside organizations and community meetings.

•              Monitor legislation related to economic development and make recommendations concerning policy and procedural improvements.

•              Develop contracts, retain and coordinate the work of engineers, appraisers, architects, etc. for economic development projects.

•              Identify and prepare applications for outside funding sources (grants).

•              Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job-Related and Essential Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Economic development programs and principles including business recruitment, expansion and retention; demographic research and basic analysis of market conditions and public relations.
• Real estate principles; the development process; and project management.
• Marketing and promotional practices and strategies, especially related to municipal and community promotions.
• Federal, state, and other resources for economic development and business assistance.

Ability and skills to:

• Effectively apply the principles of economic development to projects and programs.
• Effectively manage project assignments; to operate within budget allocations; to meet deadlines; and hire and manage consultants.
• Write clearly and concisely for a variety of audiences; to communicate effectively orally; and to prepare public presentations for a variety of audiences including the community, the business community including the Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Advisory Commission.
• Understand and interpret for the public the City’s planning, engineering, and building permit processes and prepare written material and content for the City’s website on those processes.
• Establish effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Develop and maintain administrative databases, and work with graphics design software.
• Effective use of spreadsheets, developing PowerPoint presentations, and generating maps and information from other data sources.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Skill in public and interpersonal relations in a group setting or in a one-to-one situation.

Education and Training

Sufficient education and experience to satisfactorily perform the duties of this classification. A typical qualifying background would be:

• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Economics, Public Administration or Business Administration
• Three to five (3-5) years of experience in economic development, real estate or real estate finance. Graduate degree in an appropriate field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

Special Requirements

Speak clearly and understandably; ability to operate a computer; to read, to hear voices and telephone. Ability to travel to various locations within and outside the City of San Carlos to meet program needs and fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, maintenance of a California driver’s license and satisfactory driver’s record is required, in compliance with the City’s Vehicle Use Policy. Must be able to conduct City business during day and evening hours, including occasional weekend and irregular hours.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

How to Apply

Submit applications and resumes through CalOpps at https://www.calopps.org/ViewAgencyJob.cfm?ID=22641&kw. 

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications.Application, including all work history, must be fully completed if a resume is attached. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. All communication regarding your status in this recruitment process will be conducted via e-mail or postal mail. Be sure to include a valid e-mail address on the employment application. Applicants are responsible for notifying Human Resources of any changes to contact information.

Appointment to this position is contingent upon:

*A pre-employment fingerprinting criminal history records check

Selection Procedure

Based on the application screening, those candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to an oral interview, which may include a written exam and/or practical exam.