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GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of routine and complex administrative, technical and professional work in the preparation and implementation of economic development plans, programs and services.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the City Manager.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Exercises supervision over administrative staff as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in developing short and long range economic development plans; gathers, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations; coordinates activities with other departments and agencies as needed. Maintains liaison activities with individuals, groups, and various business and community organizations, which might impact on economic development activities Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community. Ability to write and make speeches and write articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups and/or boards and commissions. Ability to develop and maintain a comprehensive inventory of available buildings and sites in the community for economic development purposes. Prepares and maintains information on utilities, taxes, zoning, transportation, community services, etc.; responds to requests for information for economic development purposes; prepares data sheets and other information. Responds to local citizens inquiring about local economic development activities and opportunities. Prepares a variety of studies, reports and related information for decision-making purposes. Conducts technical research studies and prepares statistical reports and recommendations for drafting or revising local legislation and plans, projecting trends, monitoring socio-economic data, etc. Monitors local, state and Federal legislation and regulations relating to economic development, and reports findings, trends and recommendations to supervisor. Prepares graphics, charts, tables, promotional materials, etc. for economic development activities. Serves when assigned as a member of an economic development task force composed of private, local, county or state groups. Prepares, writes and administers grant applications related to economic development; When needed. Coordinates and manages professional service contracts, as assigned. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and database management software.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

Serves as a member of various staff committees as assigned. Attends professional development workshops and conferences to keep abreast of trends and developments in the field of municipal planning. Assists other staff members as needed. Other duties as required.

Preferred Requirement:

Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) , or the ability to obtain within six months of employment. Valid Florida Driver's License

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

(A) A Bachelors degree in urban planning, business or public administration, economics, marketing, finance, or a related field, and (B) experience in business, industrial or community development and real estate which includes the design, negotiation and/or implementation of business assistance programs and real estate contracts; or (C) Any equivalent combination of education and experience, additional education substituting on a year for year basis for the required experience.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

(A) Considerable knowledge of business development; considerable knowledge of economic development; working knowledge of municipal zoning and infrastructure; working knowledge of planning programs and processes. (B) Skilled in the operation of tools and equipment. (C) Ability to analyze and communicate effectively orally and in writing with industrialists, architects, contractors, developers, owners, supervisors, employees, and the general public; Ability to establish effective working relationships.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid Florida Driver's License, or ability to obtain one.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Personal computer, including word processing; motor vehicle; calculator; phone; copy and fax machine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed mostly in office settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments and construction sites. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand or sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderate in the field.