Economic development specialist job description

Lake Havasu City is the home of the London Bridge. It is an accredited member by Destinations International. The community combines wide-open waters, breathtaking views, outstanding outdoor recreational pursuits and year-round events making Lake Havasu City a dream destination for your VISTA year of service. The Economic Specialist VISTA will reduce poverty by working towards increasing organizational capacity for community-based plans. The VISTA will also assist the Director of Community Programs & Relations to create jobs at multiple income and education levels, and spur increased tourist visitation which can lead to the creation of new jobs. Economic diversification and business development is a pathway out of poverty for many Lake Havasu City residents. Ultimately, LHC Main Street Association has a great opportunity to make an impact in Lake Havasu City. The VISTA will build capacity in the objectives and activities outlined below. The VISTA will be working with city staff, community partners and members. During the year as a VISTA with LHC Main Street Association a VISTA can expect to build relationships, develop new programs, and partner with internal stakeholders. The Alliance VISTA team offers monthly professional development, a state-wide network of support, and beauty that can only be found in rural Arizona. This position requires relocating to Arizona. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.

Member Duties : 1) Coordinate and facilitate business retention efforts. 2) Develop marketing initiatives and strategies to promote economic investment throughout Lake Havasu City. 3) Engage in resource development - grant writing, individual giving, and corporate giving - subject to AmeriCorps VISTA guidelines to build the capacity of LHC Main Street Association. 4) Ensure there is a sustainable transfer of knowledge, products, and relationships to the appropriate person who will be picking up elements of your project after your service year.

Program Benefits : $100 a moth housing allowance , Training , Relocation Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage* , Education award upon successful completion of service .
Terms :

Car recommended , Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .

Service Areas :

Community and Economic Development .

Skills :

Fund raising/Grant Writing , Community Organization , Communications , Public Speaking , Social Services .

Salary $61,744 - $97,414 + excellent benefits

JOB PURPOSE

The Economic Development, Business Retention Specialist assists in the creation and administration of economic development programs as funded by the Economic Development Retail Sales Tax Fund (EDRST). This position will assist in the creation and implementation of Business Retention and Expansion Program, promoting and marketing the city as a place to do business, and assist in implementing strategies to attract and recruit businesses to the city. A significant amount of time is spent in the field carrying out principal responsibilities.

The Business Retention Specialist works under the supervision of the Deputy City Manager/Director of Economic Development and will assist with the Loop Special Business District and Economic Development Retail Sales Tax Board as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Assist with the creation and administration of economic development programs and serves as primary contact regarding economic development programs, process and review all economic development program applications
• Assists with the attraction and retention of businesses to the city
• Assists with the implementation of the city's Economic Development Strategy, including the creation and implementation of a Business Retention and Expansion Program
• Familiarize public officials, retailers, community groups, the general public and others with the nature and orientation of this effort.
• Develops and maintains a cooperative working relationship with existing businesses, develop and maintain contacts with landowners, developers, site consultants, realtors, entrepreneurs, private industry representatives, and economic development related organizations and agencies
• Coordinates a wide range of projects, from supervising promotional activities to assembling market information.
• Examples of projects may include: developing a shop local plan, managing grant programs, managing the façade replacement program, developing a jobs training program
• Serves as an authority on information, resources and programs related to operating a business in the city and acts as a data and information source for current and prospective businesses
• Engage and interface with the International District Businesses to build relationships and promote better understanding of their business needs and plans
• Prepares updates to community demographic information and maintains current data regarding the community on the economic development page of the city's website
• Assist with the Loop Special Business District (LSBD) and Economic Development Retail Sales Tax Board (EDRSTB)
• Other duties as directed by the Deputy City Manager/Director of Economic Development
• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of short and long range plans and policies related to economic development activities.
• Serve as staff liaison to the Economic Development Retail Sales Tax Board and other boards/commissions as assigned. Provide staff support to this and other boards.
• Attend occasional evening meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong written, oral, and organizational skills are required and include external communications such as newsletters, press releases, web copy, grant applications, etc.
• Must demonstrate strong community engagement/outreach skills and experience
• High level of technical ability with strong working knowledge of computer software programs such as desktop publishing, graphic design, website administration, and Microsoft office suite
• Knowledge or principles and practices of economic development, redevelopment and reuse, business retention and recruitment programs, and marketing and advertising
• Experience with event planning and organizational/membership/community meetings
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local economic development tools available (i.e. brownfields, tax increment financing, historic tax credits)
• Ability to produce quality materials and assigned responsibilities with competing demands, changing priorities, and required timelines and work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the public, and gain the trust and cooperation of others to effectively communicate concepts and ideas
• Strong organizational, analytical, research, evaluation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to exercise a high degree of sound, independent judgment and work within established guidelines
• Ability to attend evening or weekend meetings as required

PHYSICAL/VISUAL ACTIVITIES OR DEMANDS

• Sitting, talking, hearing, walking, reaching, stooping, bending
• Concentrated mental and visual attention with normal hand-eye coordination
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches-corrected or uncorrected
• Occasional moving/lifting of items up to 30 lbs

EQUIPMENT USED TO PERFORM JOB

Telephone, computers, cameras, copy machine, fax, printers, scanner

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning or related field. Master's Degree preferred. Minimum 3 years related experience and/or training in economic development, downtown development, or industrial and commercial real estate development.

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements below. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Job Summary:

This individual will be accountable for managing the project support services for the client's Regional ED Managers in their efforts to provide site and facility location services to prospective companies within an assigned geographic region.

Job Responsibilities:

• Project Management
  • Coordination of clients internal project reviews
  • Monitor and influence progress on track construction projects at industry locations
  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients internally and externally
  • Monitor and influence progress on track construction projects at industry locations
• Administrative
  • Initiate and coordinate on-site development meetings
  • Conduct research, compile data and perform special projects
  • Understand, utilize monitor and provide reports on clients internal projects process tools
• Misc.
  • Any and all other duties and tasks assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Education/training
  • Minimum
    • Bachelor Degree from an accredited institution
  • Preferred
    • Business Administration, Real Estate or Finance
• Years of Relevant experience
  • 5 plus years in Economic development
  • Direct railroad or real estate experience
• Skills and knowledge
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels internal & external clients
  • Organizational & detailed-oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage differing needs of the business.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
  • Basic knowledge of MS Office.
  • Ability to use New Business Review, APD, CPAR, Controlled Use
• Other Abilities
  • Understanding of geographic boundaries, zoning concepts, land use planning, engineering challenges, environmental issues, surveys and platting
  • Understanding the use and need of basic contracts specifically indemnification, environmental and insurance provisions
• Certifications/licenses
  • Valid Real Estate license for state conducting business
• Physical work Requirements
  • Position may work primarily at client site or project location with potential daily client and contractor interaction.
  • Face to face and/or remote daily interpersonal interaction is usually required in order to perform the job.
  • Ability to travel 25% within assigned geographic region when possible

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Benefits:

Our benefits are a good reason to come to JLL.

We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry, and then empowering them with the resources and support to enhance their health, financial and personal well-being. Our underlying benefits philosophy is this: be fair to our people, and provide opportunities for those who take advantage of our programs and resources to lower their health costs and increase their personal and financial security.

Benefits to eligible employees, include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Flexible Work Arrangements may be available
• Executive Benefits

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