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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Assistant Director of Economic Development

Rowlett, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$100K/yr - $150K/yr

5+ years exp

NEOGOV is a company focused on economic and community engagement, and they are seeking an Assistant Director of Economic Development. This role is responsible for the strategic execution and leadership in implementing the city's economic development goals, overseeing daily programs, and ensuring the successful implementation of the community's vision plan.

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Responsibilities

Manage the creation of web based, print and social media marketing campaigns for both promotional and informational purposes supporting department mission and strategic plan

Manage staff in developing and executing measurable goals, reporting standards and benchmarks aligned with the department mission and objectives

Assist with oversight of various TIRZ, PID and MMD districts and Boards

Assume responsibility of project management after successful attraction or expansion efforts

Interaction with various City departments on collaboration of development projects to ensure timely permitting and commencement of construction or expansion

Represent the City at appropriate civic, cultural, charitable, business, and community activities as well as serve on boards, commissions, committees, and organizations related to critical goals and interests of the City

Assist in establishing economic development programs and practices that lead to private investment in City and result in job creation, expanded tax base, creative and niche development, recreation and entertainment venues, and other quality developments

Assist in implementing a strategic and proactive recruitment strategy for the promotion of the City to business and industry by contacting national and international businesses, site selectors, brokers, developers, and consultants and represent the City at meetings, making presentations, attending trade shows and development of proposals and promotional materials

Provide oversight and manage staff on the Business Retention & Expansion (BRE) program in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce and interaction with local businesses to maintain a positive relationship and maintain open communications to resolve business needs and promote expansion opportunities in the City

Participate in the negotiations of comprehensive development agreements between the City and the private sector, evaluate fiscal impacts, communicate decisions, and present reports and agreements to City Manager and City Council

Ensure the City is successful in efforts related to developing and maintaining strong working relationships with the Chamber of Commerce, developers, corporate leaders, business owners, public school officials, other regional and state economic development agencies and citizens

Provide ongoing support to the Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB) to advance their mission and goals

Perform other duties as assigned

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential function of this position, as is the ability to create and maintain professional, harmonious working relationships with others

Qualification

Economic DevelopmentMarketingReal EstateFinancial AnalysisProject ManagementStrategic PlanningRelationship ManagementTeam LeadershipCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingCreativity