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Triad Associates

Community and Economic Development Specialist

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What they do

An Economic and Workforce Development Program Director employs strategies to improve the economy and support the skill development of workers in a city of state. They may administer economic development to attract and retain businesses and industries and support programs to support unemployed or underemployed workers. They manage relationships with businesses, civic groups, and training providers to support the local economy and workers within it.

$200,183 / year median in New Jersey

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Community and Economic Development Specialist to complement our staff. You will join a team of individuals with a diverse range of expertise who are committed to creating meaningful change through thoughtful planning and strategic community development. About the Role As a Community and Economic Development Specialist, you will work on a range of initiatives that contribute to a diverse portfolio of planning, economic development, and redevelopment initiatives that help communities move from vision to implementation. Experience in all focus areas is not required, but candidates should bring expertise and enthusiasm for community transformation and development in some of the following areas:
  • Community Development and Redevelopment
  • Strategic Planning
  • Grant Writing and Implementation
  • Federal and State Funding Programs
  • Market Assessments/Market Feasibility Studies
  • Community and Stakeholder Outreach
  • Demographic and Socio-Economic Analysis
  • Economic Analysis
  • Workforce Development The successful candidate will demonstrate experience supporting economic development programs and redevelopment activities.
They will possess excellent analytical, interpersonal, writing, and verbal communication skills along with experience supporting economic development and redevelopment activities. The ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple priorities, and represent the company in meetings and presentations with public and private stakeholders is essential. Travel throughout the tri-state area may be required. A bachelor's degree in planning, community development, or a related field and at least five years of experience in economic development, neighborhood planning, redevelopment, affordable housing, or related planning initiatives. Experience with implementation, community visioning, and charrette facilitation is a plus.
NOTE:
Duties outlined above are solely for illustrative purposes. A particular position in the firm may require an employee to perform additional duties and responsibilities not outlined above. The company offers a competitive health and dental plan, vacation, 401K, profit sharing and other benefits that will be reviewed with candidates who are invited for an interview. Triad Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, references to: Noemi Mazza, HR Manager nmazza@triadincorporated.com To learn more about Triad Associates, visit: www.triadincorporated.com
Pay:
$85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have Community Development and Redevelopment experience? Do you have previous experience grant writing? Have you done Market Assessments/Market Feasibility Studies?
Work Location:
In person