The City of Lake Forest, IL

Lake Forest, IL seeks a qualified individual to act as a Business Advocate. This contractual position serves as a critical liaison between commercial property owners, business owners, business prospects, and the City. 

Excellent communication/people skills are essential along with experience & proven success in the following:

• Ability to develop & maintain relationships with retail, service, restaurant business & commercial property owners.
• Data collection, analytical and presentation skills to track business activity and convey the information to elected officials and community in a positive and beneficial manner.
• A proactive approach to identifying potential businesses that would be a good fit for the community and retaining existing businesses.
• Management skills to initiate and support community events: seasonal Open Air Market, annual Sidewalk Sale and other unique marketing activities.

Position requires:

• Knowledge and experience with business incentive programs.
• Well-honed writing and speaking skills.
• Preparation of presentations, newsletters & other materials.
• Knowledge of effective ways to use social media in marketing.   
• Understanding of zoning principals.
• Energy, creativity and passion for supporting the vitality of a unique business community.

Expectations:

• Develop partnerships with key community members:  corporate businesses, Northwest Lake Forest Hospital, Chamber of Commerce, Lake Forest College, the local real estate community.
• Devote as much time as necessary to perform the responsibilities of the position.
• Maintain liability insurance; indemnify/ hold harmless the City.

Compensation based on qualifications. No benefits.

Submit resume, cover letter and references to Human Resources, HR@cityoflakeforest.com. For questions, contact Cathy Czerniak, 847-810-3504. More info: http://037f32a.netsolhost.com/EIP/files/7014/9462/2888/Business_Advocate_Posting_5-17.pdf