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Economic Development Manager
Village of Schaumburg | |||
life insurance, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan | |||
United States, Illinois, Schaumburg | |||
101 Schaumburg Court (Show on map) | |||
May 12, 2024 | |||
VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG Human Resources Department 101 Schaumburg Court,Schaumburg, IL 60193 http://www.schaumburg.com/ 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; and being recognized as a Better Business Town by The Better Business Bureau of Chicago and NorthernIllinois. 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 ACCEPTINGAPPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Economic Development Manager 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. STARTING SALARY RANGE: $94,563.00 - $115,839.00annually dependent on qualifications.The salary range for this position is $94,563.00 -$137,116.00. Please attach as part of your application all necessary documents verifying that you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. JOB SUMMARY: This position is assigned administrative and management work designed to provide professional support to the Director. The position is responsible for the implementation of economic development programs for the village, including planning, coordinating, and monitoring programs and projects that are designed to retain existing businesses, attract new businesses, and secure new economic investments. Work assignments range from very specific and involved to very general responsibilities are normally performed under minimal supervision and are subject to assessment through reports, conferences, and observation or results obtained. Assigned projects can include unique situations that arise in the village, sensitive or confidential issues, potential changes in village policies, or large-scale projects that require interdepartmental cooperation and coordination. This position assumes responsibility for assigned projects and will be required to analyze different approaches to projects and make recommendations and/or decisions on how to address and manage the project and related problems. Supports the Director in planning, implementing, and reviewing a variety of economic development initiatives including TIF District, marketing, communication, business attraction, business retention, tourism, and workforce issues. Additional responsibilities may also include the preparation of materials for the village president, board of trustees, or advisory bodies of the village as directed. JOB DUTIES: QUALIFICATIONS: BENEFITS: The Village of Schaumburg has a competitive benefit package with coverage that begins on the first day of employment and includes: flexible benefit Section 125 plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a retirement plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. The Village also provides paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, succession development, and more. SELECTION PROCESS: Candidate screening process may consist of an application review, skills testing, employability assessment, interviews, reference checks, and other job-related testing or verifications. Chosen candidates will be subject to a background and criminal history investigation, and qualifying pre-employment medical examination and drug screen (including cannabis). THE VILLAGE OF SCHAUMBURG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER |