Director of Business & Neighborhood Services - Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce

IACCE Job Postings Title:
Director of Business & Neighborhood Services - Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce

Post Date
5/9/2018

Expiration Date
8/7/2018

Details:
About Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce: Founded in 1948, the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting its members through education, marketing, and awareness in a manner that will contribute to the overall health and longevity of the business communities. Job Description: The Director of Business & Neighborhood Services is the leader of small business development and business district projects for the Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce. The Director manages all aspects of the organization’s Special Service Area (SSA) taxing district, known as the Lincoln Square Neighborhood Improvement Program, and the Neighborhood Business Development Center (NBDC) program. Through each of these the Director assists in attracting and retaining local small businesses, supports City of Chicago business initiatives, develops and executes business programs, advocates on behalf of the business community, and manages projects to enhance the business district’s public right-of-ways. The Director of Business & Neighborhood Services works as a member of the Chamber of Commerce staff and assists in all aspects of the organization to help in achieving its small business development goals. The Neighborhood Services Director reports directly to the Chamber’s Executive Director.

Qualifications:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Bachelor’s Degree. Minimum of two-year experience in business development, business marketing, and/or community planning preferred. Must have superior written and verbal communication skills, with a high degree of professionalism, respect, independence and self-motivation. A level of proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office is required. Knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite preferred. One or more years’ experience in association management or small business services is preferred. Occasional weekend and evening hours required. Specific Responsibilities/Duties:  Special Service Area (SSA) o Works with Executive Director to plan and manage yearly work plan and budget. o Oversees Chicago Department of Planning and Development (DPD) contract administration and reporting requirements. o Recruits, retains, and manages Commissioner Board. o Coordinates and facilitates public Commissioner Meetings. o Develops and implements programs and services. o Creates Requests for Quotes (RFQs) and manages contractors for neighborhood services (i.e. landscaping, litter removal, holiday décor, etc.). o Manages and works with the master planning consulting team, and administers implementation plan after completion.  Neighborhood Business Development Center (NBDC) o Works with Executive Director to plan and manage yearly work plan and budget. o Oversees Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) contract administration and reporting requirements. o Develops Small Business Center programs and services. o Assists the Membership Services Director with business networking events and professional development workshops. o Troubleshoots City-related issues for small businesses. o Markets neighborhood commercial vacancies. o Advocates on behalf of the small business community.  General o Produces monthly reports outlining progress for Executive Director and LSRCC Board of Directors. o Keeps website up-to-date with current information (html experience not required). o Works with Chamber staff on public/media relations and marketing efforts, including social media. o Assist in daily administrative tasks.

Comments:
Compensation/Benefits: Annual Salary, $45,000 - $50,000 determined on qualifications. Group Health Insurance, 70% employer contribution. Cell Phone Reimbursement, 100% employer contribution (with approval). Personal Time-Off (PTO), 20 paid days per year.

Submit resume and cover letter to info@lincolnsquare.org. No phone calls or walk-ins, please.


Employer:
Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce

Address:
2611 W. Lawrence Avenue, Chicago IL 60625

Email:
info@lincolnsquare.org

Website:
http://www.LincolnSquareRavenswood.org