Economic Development Director
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1 Full-time 2 days ago Full Job Description JOB Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, manages, and provides administrative direction and oversight for all functions and activities of the Economic Development Department, which include business attraction, retention, and expansion; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments, officials, outside agencies, and the public; fosters cooperative working relationships among City departments and with intergovernmental and regulatory agencies and various public and private groups; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the City Manager in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISEDReceives administrative direction from the City Manager.
The work provides for a wide variety of independent decision-making, within legal and general policy and regulatory guidelines.
Exercises general direction and supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICSThe purpose of this classification is to develop and manage a quality economic development program for the City of Seaside that retains, expands, and attracts business firms in order to increase City revenue to improve City services, to develop/attract jobs and higher paying jobs for our citizens, and to develop a trained workforce.
This class provides assistance to the City Manager in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities.
Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy and municipal functions and activities, including the role of an elected City Council, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs in a variety of areas.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSEquivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in public administration, economics, urban planning, or a closely related field and five years of increasingly responsible municipal experience in planning, redevelopment, community development, economic development, or a related field with at least three of the five years working in a government agency conducting economic development programs.
Bilingual, both verbally and in writing, in English/Spanish is desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of an appropriate valid California motor vehicle operator's license.
Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and/or possession of the Certified Economic Developer Certificate is highly desirable.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
All applicants must provide proof of the required document(s) at the time of application.
Applications are incomplete without the required documents and will be disqualified.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Applicants' qualifications will be evaluated based on the information provided on the employment application.
The exam process may consist of an application appraisal, panel interview, and/or performance exam.
The City reserves the right to use alternate testing procedures if deemed necessary.
CITY COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE VIA E-MAIL.
PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE E-MAIL ON YOUR APPLICATION.
Finalist interview/assessment will be held with the City of Salinas.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different position and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job:
Represents City in discussions with private developers and public agencies regarding City's participation in potential development projects; negotiates financial and other terms under which City may undertake such projects.
Meets with real estate brokers and owners of vacant and underutilized commercial properties to identify occupancy and development constraints, and works with property owners and City staff to minimize or eliminate those constraints.
Meets with business representatives to determine overall growth and development needs and goals, in order to formulate needed economic development activities, programs and plans.
Evaluates, identifies, and promotes model community and business/economic development projects.
Coordinates the processing of development applications including coordination with other Departments, other government agencies, property owners, and citizens groups.
Selects, trains, motivates, and directs division staff; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with standards, including program and project priorities and performance evaluations; works with employees on performance issues; implements discipline and termination procedures; responds to staff questions and concerns.
Develops programs to attract quality developers/development projects to the City.
Oversees the work performed by consultant staff hired by the City.
Evaluates services performed and costs for services performed by external consultants, vendors, and contractors.
Manages and participates in the development and administration of the economic development annual budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary.
Assesses economic and fiscal impact of business projects to the City, and of City projects on the business community.
Responsible for trouble shooting and problem solving of specific issues related to business retention and new business recruitment.
Prepares variety of reports, recommendations, contracts and memoranda related to assigned activities and programs.
Makes presentations to the City Council and Successor Agency Board regarding all matters related to economic development policies and activities.
Conducts a variety of departmental organizational and operational studies and investigations; recommends modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
Conducts an on-going process of evaluation and review of program goals, objectives, strategies, and plans to ensure the long-term ability of the program to accommodate appropriate responses to new or changing issues and opportunities.
Represents the City in meetings with developers, builders, citizens and other governmental agencies.
Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:
Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, and supervision of staff, either directly or through subordinate levels of supervision.
Public agency budget development, contract administration, City-wide administrative practices, and general principles of risk management related to the functions of the assigned area.
Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs; principles and practices of municipal government administration.
Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
Principles and practices of public and private financing mechanisms commonly used to fund development projects.
Principles of real estate including property acquisition, disposition, and marketing.
Principles and practices of modern public administration, municipal budgeting, economic development, urban planning, zoning and management.
Applicable state and federal laws affecting financing and management of city operations.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Ability to:
Plan, communicate, delegate, and monitor a variety of concurrent projects.
Interpret objectives, regulations, and policies for the public.
Formulate and present policy recommendations to the City Council, community organizations, and other boards and commissions.
Analyze difficult problems, develop a positive course of action and follow through on its implementation.
Understand quality site planning and architectural design principles and their application to development proposals.
Formulate and present policy recommendations to the City Council, community organizations, and other boards and commissions.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Physical DemandsMust possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.
This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required.
Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.
Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.
Environmental Elements Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
1 Full-time 2 days ago Full Job Description JOB Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, manages, and provides administrative direction and oversight for all functions and activities of the Economic Development Department, which include business attraction, retention, and expansion; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments, officials, outside agencies, and the public; fosters cooperative working relationships among City departments and with intergovernmental and regulatory agencies and various public and private groups; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the City Manager in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISEDReceives administrative direction from the City Manager.
The work provides for a wide variety of independent decision-making, within legal and general policy and regulatory guidelines.
Exercises general direction and supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICSThe purpose of this classification is to develop and manage a quality economic development program for the City of Seaside that retains, expands, and attracts business firms in order to increase City revenue to improve City services, to develop/attract jobs and higher paying jobs for our citizens, and to develop a trained workforce.
This class provides assistance to the City Manager in a variety of administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison capacities.
Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy and municipal functions and activities, including the role of an elected City Council, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs in a variety of areas.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSEquivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in public administration, economics, urban planning, or a closely related field and five years of increasingly responsible municipal experience in planning, redevelopment, community development, economic development, or a related field with at least three of the five years working in a government agency conducting economic development programs.
Bilingual, both verbally and in writing, in English/Spanish is desirable.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of an appropriate valid California motor vehicle operator's license.
Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) and/or possession of the Certified Economic Developer Certificate is highly desirable.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
All applicants must provide proof of the required document(s) at the time of application.
Applications are incomplete without the required documents and will be disqualified.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Applicants' qualifications will be evaluated based on the information provided on the employment application.
The exam process may consist of an application appraisal, panel interview, and/or performance exam.
The City reserves the right to use alternate testing procedures if deemed necessary.
CITY COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE VIA E-MAIL.
PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE E-MAIL ON YOUR APPLICATION.
Finalist interview/assessment will be held with the City of Salinas.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different position and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job:
Represents City in discussions with private developers and public agencies regarding City's participation in potential development projects; negotiates financial and other terms under which City may undertake such projects.
Meets with real estate brokers and owners of vacant and underutilized commercial properties to identify occupancy and development constraints, and works with property owners and City staff to minimize or eliminate those constraints.
Meets with business representatives to determine overall growth and development needs and goals, in order to formulate needed economic development activities, programs and plans.
Evaluates, identifies, and promotes model community and business/economic development projects.
Coordinates the processing of development applications including coordination with other Departments, other government agencies, property owners, and citizens groups.
Selects, trains, motivates, and directs division staff; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with standards, including program and project priorities and performance evaluations; works with employees on performance issues; implements discipline and termination procedures; responds to staff questions and concerns.
Develops programs to attract quality developers/development projects to the City.
Oversees the work performed by consultant staff hired by the City.
Evaluates services performed and costs for services performed by external consultants, vendors, and contractors.
Manages and participates in the development and administration of the economic development annual budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary.
Assesses economic and fiscal impact of business projects to the City, and of City projects on the business community.
Responsible for trouble shooting and problem solving of specific issues related to business retention and new business recruitment.
Prepares variety of reports, recommendations, contracts and memoranda related to assigned activities and programs.
Makes presentations to the City Council and Successor Agency Board regarding all matters related to economic development policies and activities.
Conducts a variety of departmental organizational and operational studies and investigations; recommends modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
Conducts an on-going process of evaluation and review of program goals, objectives, strategies, and plans to ensure the long-term ability of the program to accommodate appropriate responses to new or changing issues and opportunities.
Represents the City in meetings with developers, builders, citizens and other governmental agencies.
Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:
Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, and supervision of staff, either directly or through subordinate levels of supervision.
Public agency budget development, contract administration, City-wide administrative practices, and general principles of risk management related to the functions of the assigned area.
Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs; principles and practices of municipal government administration.
Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
Principles and practices of public and private financing mechanisms commonly used to fund development projects.
Principles of real estate including property acquisition, disposition, and marketing.
Principles and practices of modern public administration, municipal budgeting, economic development, urban planning, zoning and management.
Applicable state and federal laws affecting financing and management of city operations.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Ability to:
Plan, communicate, delegate, and monitor a variety of concurrent projects.
Interpret objectives, regulations, and policies for the public.
Formulate and present policy recommendations to the City Council, community organizations, and other boards and commissions.
Analyze difficult problems, develop a positive course of action and follow through on its implementation.
Understand quality site planning and architectural design principles and their application to development proposals.
Formulate and present policy recommendations to the City Council, community organizations, and other boards and commissions.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Physical DemandsMust possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.
This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required.
Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.
Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.
Environmental Elements Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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