Economic Vitality Coordinator (Full-Time)

Economic Vitality Coordinator (Full-Time)

Community Development Dept.

The Village of Skokie, IL is seeking qualified candidates for the position of full-time Economic Vitality Coordinator, working in the Community Development Dept.

As a key member of the Economic Vitality Division team, The Economic Vitality Coordinator will plan and implement programs related to economic vitality, assist in business retention and attraction efforts, create and maintain special financing districts, and assist in commercial area redevelopment and other short and long-term economic planning efforts.  Staff in the Economic Vitality Division serve as liaisons between the Village and the business community. 

You will conduct on-site business visits; assess growth potential, stagnation or downsizing, and build a continual data base on local businesses as part of the Business Retention Program; Assist Economic Vitality Manager with the study of economic development issues and implementation of programs; Assist in the administration of tax increment finance (TIF) districts, special service areas (SSA), and other financial and technical incentive programs; Promote and coordinate the Villages economic incentive programs that include, but are not limited to, tax increment financing, storefront enhancement program, the Villages review process for Cook County incentive programs such as 6B, 7A, and 7B assessments; Performs other work-related duties, as assigned.

Bachelors degree in urban planning, public administration, business or related field; Masters Degree is preferred; Three years of experience in municipal local government, not-for-profit, or similar employer; Experience with economic development consulting, Chamber of Commerce, or a real estate development company preferred; Valid Drivers License required; Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of economic development, urban planning, building and permits, small business planning, operations, finance, and assistance; Working knowledge of Tax Increment Financing, Special Service Area Financing, Cook County tax rebate programs, and other economic vitality initiatives; Excellent written and verbal communication skills required for report writing and verbal presentations for businesses and merchant groups. Must be able to foster and maintain positive and collaborative relationships with colleagues & co-workers; Must be able to speak and understand English; Valid Drivers License required.  To view the complete job description, please visit the Skokie Jobs page at skokie.org and select the Economic Vitality Coordinator position.

The annualized salary range for this position is $85,473 - $111,815. The starting salary range is $85,473 - $94,234 (DOQ). Generous benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, & life insurance; Employee Assistance Program, confidential mental health support, IMRF retirement pension plan, paid vacation days, sick days, & holidays in the first year, and 457(b) retirement savings.

To be considered for this position, please submit a Letter of Interest and resum, along with three professional references to: Village of Skokie Human Resources Division, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60077, or email to Human.Resources@skokie.org.  EOE

Applications are being accepted until the position is filled.              

Salary/Compensation: $85,473 - $111,815 per year

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