Economic Development Coordinator

Elgin Development Group (EDG) A Division of the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Coordinator

The Economic Development Coordinator supports the mission of the Elgin Development Group by assisting with business retention and expansion initiatives, economic development projects, research, marketing, events, and stakeholder engagement activities. This position provides administrative and project support to the Director of Economic Development while serving as an important point of contact for local businesses, community partners, and investors.

This is an excellent opportunity for an emerging professional interested in economic development, business development, community development, public administration, urban planning, or chamber of commerce leadership. The Coordinator will gain broad exposure to regional economic development initiatives and contribute directly to projects that strengthen the Elgin area economy.

• Site selection and business recruitment support, including site visit coordination and property research.
• Development project tracking and management.
• Assistance with grants, incentive programs, and business resource identification.
• Workforce development partnership support with employers, schools, and workforce agencies.
• Small business and entrepreneurship support activities.
• Data visualization, dashboards, and economic reporting for investors and stakeholders.
• Expanded database/CRM management and economic development records maintenance.
• Support on special projects and other duties and responsibilities as assigned from time to time.

• Assist in coordinating and scheduling business retention and expansion (BRE) visits.
• Conduct follow-up communications with local employers and business stakeholders.
• Maintain records of business contacts, visits, and project activity in CRM and reporting systems.
• Help identify business needs and connect employers with appropriate resources and partners.

• Research demographic, workforce, economic, and industry data.
• Assist with preparation of community profiles, business recruitment materials, and responses to Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Maintain inventories of available commercial and industrial sites and properties.
• Compile data and performance metrics for reports, grant applications, and presentations.

• Assist with website updates, social media content, newsletters, and promotional materials.
• Develop stories highlighting business successes, expansions, investments, and workforce initiatives.
• Support preparation of presentations, investor reports, and marketing collateral.

• Assist with planning and execution of economic development programs, committee events, workforce forums, and educational workshops.
• Attend community meetings and networking events as a representative of EDG when appropriate.
• Support investor and partner engagement activities.

• Maintain databases, prospect records, and economic development files.
• Track key performance indicators and prepare monthly and quarterly reports.
• Provide general administrative support to the Economic Development Director and EDG initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Marketing, Communications, Political Science, Community Development, or a related field preferred.
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

• One to three years of professional experience, internships, or significant project involvement in economic development, business, government,…