OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

$57,520 - $79,449/Yr

City Of Springfield Illinois - Springfield, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Springfield, IL

About the position

The Operations Coordinator will oversee various economic development programs for the City of Springfield, focusing on Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and leveraging resources such as Community Development Block Grants to assist local businesses. This role involves providing technical assistance, responding to inquiries, and ensuring compliance with program applications and reports.

Responsibilities

• Administer various economic development programs including Tax Increment Financing (TIF) programs.
• Leverage resources such as Community Development Block Grant and Enterprise Zone to assist targeted businesses.
• Oversee the City's economic development programs, staff, and activities.
• Establish and provide technical assistance to local businesses and property owners.
• Respond to inquiries, requests, and referrals from businesses regarding economic development programs.
• Process, implement, and monitor procedures and compliance of program applications, grants, loans, and reports.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business, Public Administration, Planning, or a related field.
• Certification(s) in economic development finance is preferred.