Resident Owned Business (ROB) Advisor - "ENTREPRENEUR TRAINER PREFERRED"

Responsible for assisting residents who are interested in creating businesses. Facilitates entrepreneurial program for cohorts of residents as well as one on one advising. Leads interested residents from planning to business license.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the facilitation of the business development program for CHA residents and participants.
• Facilitates group and individual sessions with those interested in creating a resident owned business.
• Co-plans and hosts events for ROBs for mentorship, graduation, and networking.
• Facilitate trainings and workshops as part of Business Academy.
• Prepares regular reports of programming activity.
• Tracks all ROBs and maintains database of activity, including post Academy efforts.
• Partners with other business development programs to link ROBs to offer additional training opportunities and elevate awareness and promote opportunities for additional training, access to capital and development.
• Assists in creating and maintaining a learning resource center for resident owned businesses.
• Ability to effectively conduct their assignments independently and within a team.
• Demonstrates ability to problem solve, plan, and organize.
• Handles multiple high priority projects simultaneously.
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously and responds to change in a positive manner.
• May be asked to handle tasks outside of job description to meet broader goals of CHA and Resident Services.
• This position requires working hours outside of CHA's established hours of 8a-5p Monday-Friday.
• Performs all other duties and projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a bachelor's degree in business management with a minimum of two (2) years of job-relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and four (4) years of job-related experience. Must be a skilled facilitator and knowledgeable in subject matter. Must have demonstrated business acumen and a keen understanding of the entrepreneurial path. Previous entrepreneurial experience a plus.

Must possess excellent written, verbal, and Interpersonal communication skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work Independently and handle multiple tasks and deadlines. Must be available for evening and weekend outreach events, trainings and workshops as assigned. Must be able to work well with internal and external stakeholders and clients in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE

• Vacation, Sick and Personal, competitive PTO package
• Medical (HMO, PPO, and No employee cost High-Deductible PPO) Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Parking Transit
• Prepaid Legal Services
• Brightstar 529 College Savings Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plan: Empower 457/401(a) with a 3% employer match
• Pension Plan: CHA makes contributions on behalf of the employee, along with the employee's 3% contribution; 100% vesting occurs after 6 years of continuous employment or opt-out of CHA's Retirement Plan and continues to participate in the Municipal Employees Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago

Salary Range: $65,000-70,000

Grade: S6

FLSA: Exempt

Union: None

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Chicago, IL 60615 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60615: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60615

Salary : $65,000 - $70,000