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JOB SUMMARY AND DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE WORK:
Coordinates the economic development operations and activities to achieve the goals and objectives of the City of Greenbelt. The work is performed under the direction of the Assistant City Manager, but leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this position establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected and appointed officials; city staff; businesses and community groups; developers; county, state and federal officials; and the general public. A significant focus of the work is in Business Retention and Expansion, working with and in support of, Greenbelt’s existing businesses. Work involves setting policies and goals under the direction of the Assistant City Manager.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Implementing a Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) visitation and tracking program to support retention and expansion needs.
Identifying resources and developing Economic Development initiatives designed to assist small businesses and entrepreneurs; and referring them to the appropriate County or federal business assistance agency to support their business growth needs.
Identifying workforce development resources to assist businesses with workforce training and employee retention/recruitment.
Serving as a liaison to businesses, professional groups, and county and state agencies.
Maintaining strong working relationships with area businesses, clients, the media, the general public, and others having an interest in, or impact on, economic development for the City of Greenbelt.
Providing advice and assistance in the City’s application and permitting process to businesses, property owners and developers.
Maintaining an inventory of available office space, buildings and development sites within the City.
Maintaining and updating a list of Greenbelt businesses.
Monitoring and updating the Economic Development pages on the City website.
Working with the City’s Public Information Office to promote economic development activities/events on the City’s social media platforms.
Providing information and/or making presentations to the City Manager, City Council, boards, commissions, civic groups, businesses, and the general public on economic development issues, programs, services and plans.
Remaining current on the principles, practices and trends in economic development through attendance at conferences, workshops, and training sessions.
Other duties as assigned.
IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS:
Developing short and long-term economic development strategic goals as well as gathering information and preparing studies, reports and recommendations to achieve such goals.
Researching, collecting, compiling analyzing and preparing information for dissemination, including economic and financial statistics, demographic information, and labor market trends; and preparation of information on utilities, taxes, zoning, transportation, community services, financing tools and incentives.
Develop, implement and track economic development efforts to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the City's economic development program.
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Computer General Office Equipment Automobile Mobile Telephone
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABIITIES:
General understanding of economic development, community development, and local government practices.
Ability to work collaboratively and build consensus around economic development initiatives.
Knowledgeable in economic development tools including but not limited to, Tax Increment Financing (TIF), tax abatement, and state and county economic development incentive/assistance programs.
Knowledgeable in preparing budgets and fiscal analysis of proposals.
Skill and ability in public speaking and making effective presentations to a variety of audiences.
Ability to prepare and present accurate, logical, and reliable oral and written reports, recommendations and presentations utilizing illustrative charts, tables and graphs.
Knowledgeable in City, County and State laws, ordinances, regulations, and policies as they affect the business community and economic development efforts.
Knowledgeable in current economic development, demographic and market trends in the region; and the ability to research and analyze methods and techniques.
Knowledgeable in local, regional and national business and real estate market trends.
An understanding of the principles, practices, and methods of financing private and public sector projects.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education & Experience:
Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Preferred:
Master's degree in Economic Development, Planning or a related field.
Demonstrated experience with coordinating and organizing business events or special projects.
Experience or training in business retention & expansion or community revitalization.
Familiar with CoStar and LoopNet property databases.
This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
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The employees working conditions are typically quiet.
Occasional evening and weekend working hours will be required.
NOTE: This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible https://www.greenbeltmd.gov/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/579/278
Job Title: Director of Economic Development SUMMARY:
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Interested applicants should submit resume, cover letter, and references to: To apply online: https://www.indeed.com/job/director-economic-development-6daf775be6dd5e01
POSITION TITLE: Business Support Program Director
Summary / Objective: As a joint effort from the Kansas Small Business Development Center (KSBDC) and The Northwest Kansas Economic Innovation Center, Inc. (Innovation Center), this program will provide business development services to the business community in the 26 county region served by the Innovation Center (Cheyenne, Rawlins, Decatur, Phillips, Smith, Rooks, Jewell, Republic, Sherman, Thomas, Sheridan, Graham, Rooks, Osborne, Mitchell, Cloud, Wallace, Logan, Gove, Trego, Ellis, Russell, Lincoln, Ottawa, Ellsworth, Saline). The position will be under the direction and supervision of the Innovation Center CEO.
This position is a full-time, 12-month position; can be remote or can work from the Innovation Center office in Norton. This position must reside in the 26-county region listed above. This position also provides a benefit package. This position is not a state or federal position. The position will remain open until filled by a qualified applicant.
Major Duties / Responsibilities: These duties are not listed in any order of priority but will be reviewed for performance purposes.
Required Education / Experience / Qualifications:
Knowledge / Skills / Attributes:
Send cover letter, resume and three letters of recommendation to our [email protected] email or submit to our address at 212 South Kansas, Norton, KS 67654.
DISCLAIMER: This Position Description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by the individual in this role. It does not list all possible duties that may be assigned. NWKEICI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with ADA and all applicable laws.
Director of Economic Development
Allegany County NY This is an important professional management position responsible for the Economic Development Office for Allegany County, New York. The incumbent is appointed by the Allegany County Board of Legislators and performs work under the supervision of the County Administrator with wide leeway allowed for the use of independent judgment in the performance of job duties and tasks. The incumbent works with public and private entities at the local, regional, and State level and is responsible for planning, coordinating, and encouraging all facets of business, industrial, recreational, commercial, tourism, and economic development in Allegany County including the retention, expansion, attraction, and growth of visitors, residents, businesses, and industries within the County. Supervision is exercised over the work of professional and non-professional employees as well as the work of outside consultants. Minimum Qualifications: Either:
*Business development – the activity of pursuing strategic opportunities for a particular business or organization, for example by cultivating partnerships or other commercial relationships, or identifying new markets for its products or services SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Must possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license. Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience. Application Process: Interested applicants should submit resume, cover letter, and references to: Link with full details: Job-Opportunity_Director-of-Economic-Development.pdf (alleganyco.gov)
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