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NEOGOV · 1 month ago

Business and Community Development Manager

Bastrop, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Bastrop Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) is dedicated to improving the quality of life for Bastrop residents through various community support programs. The Business and Community Development Manager will work closely with the Executive Director and Operations Manager to implement initiatives for workforce development, business attraction, and retention, aiming to enhance economic growth and community capacity.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assists the Executive Director and Operations Manager with implementing initiatives designed to germinate new opportunities with businesses for workforce training and employment to Bastrop and achieve the board’s vision

Collaborates with Workforce Partners to identify and implement programs to meet the employment needs of Bastrop’s major industry clusters and small businesses

Assists the Executive Director and Operations Manager with implementing initiatives designed to recruit and help germinate new businesses and employment to Bastrop

Assists the Executive Director with new ideas and opportunities to capitalize on the revolving loan fund to support existing businesses and provide a platform for success

Using lead forensics and data analytics, research and seek out potential businesses and entrepreneurs that align with the BEDC goals, assets, and strategies

Identifies and manages new lead generation activities and strategies, including creating and implementing a strategy to identify and build relationships with key supply chains of BEDC identified target industries

Researches and identifies new business opportunities - including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products, and services - or new ways of reaching existing markets

Works with Planning and Development Services to review proposed code amendments that would negatively impact access to affordable housing and negatively affect the ability of businesses to staff their organization

Develops and maintains a database of existing Bastrop businesses

Designs, coordinates, implements, and oversees a proactive business retention and expansion program, activities and events; visits and communicates with businesses owners or businesses' senior management to retain Bastrop businesses or services, and quickly devise solutions to problems

Develops a "toolkit" to help Bastrop businesses stay and thrive in Bastrop

Develops relationships with community organizations, stakeholders, and synergistically matches Bastrop businesses with resources

Plans and executes events such as employer appreciation events, business and industry roundtables, and others

Maintains community business and demographic information, including site and building availability, wages, taxes, labor market, transportation, educational attainment, area utility rates, and demographics

Works to form strong relationships between the business functions including sourcing leads, drafting proposals, and assisting in negotiating development agreements

Cultivates and actively maintains meaningful professional relationships with economic development stakeholders and allies, site consultants, commercial real estate brokers, and landowners, as well as established and prospective businesses through various forms of regular contact and communication

Facilitates presentations and client site visits

Facilitates and manages all aspects of a site location project, from initial contact, research, proposal, presentations, prospect visit, negotiation, location decision and announcement

Manages all incentive contracts as to compliance and acts as a liaison for the incentive recipient throughout the term of the contract

Maintains a Program Dashboard that includes companies/site selectors contacted, number of active projects, and number of proposals submitted

Coordinates, oversees, and prepares financial and economic analyses of projects and potential financial incentives including conducting research, and determining potential fiscal/economic impacts

Works with and manages interactions with local, state, and federal economic development partners to prioritize and encourage development and infrastructure expansions that align with BEDC strategic goals as well as promote the advantages of Bastrop as a top venue for commerce

Identifies project risks, develops risk mitigation and contingency plans, and implements action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks

Interfaces with internal and external stakeholders to define project requirements and constraints

Tracks and reports progress of each project against goals, objectives, approved budgets, and approved timelines

Maintains records and develops reports concerning new or ongoing programs and programs effectiveness

Participates in industry and relevant professional organizations; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of economic development

Assists in developing the annual budget for the program; manages the program’s annual budget to meet strategic goals and objectives

Represents and promotes BEDC’s interest on all assigned projects

Develops and maintains a calendar of events for business development, attraction, and expansion purposes, and coordinates activities and events for retention purposes

Maintains exceptional familiarity with the community’s marketable assets, business leadership, brokerage community, talent partners, etc

Recognizes emerging needs and interests of key stakeholders, including internal, economic development, commercial and residential real estate brokers, and prospective businesses

Partners with the Governor's Office of Economic Development, Tourism, and Small Business Assistance to bring prospective companies to Bastrop

Collaborates with the Operations Manager in the attraction of new businesses and industries including developing responses to Requests for Information (RFI’s) and Requests for Proposals (RFP’s)

Communicates courteously and effectively with team members, city officials, the business community, contractors, developers, site selectors, and the public in person, in writing, and by telephone - sometimes in stressful situations

Effectively represents the BEDC in professional organizations, governmental agencies, and outside activities as needed

Travels as required; and

Performs other duties as required

Qualification

Economic developmentBusiness developmentData analysisProject managementCRM applicationsReal estate developmentStrategic planningPublic speakingCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solvingAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Urban or Regional Development, Geography, Finance, Economics, Real Estate, Business/Public Administration, Marketing, or a closely related field

Minimum of ten (10) years of experience and proven success in economic development, business development, corporate relocation assistance and expansion, re-development, community development, business assistance, real estate development, public/private finance, or a closely related field, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience

Must have and maintain a valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record to be maintained throughout employment

Must pass a background check

Must have a valid United States passport

Demonstrated knowledge of principles, practices, procedures, and strategies of economic development, community development, planning and zoning, economic trends, and related economic development principles and practices

Demonstrated knowledge of economic development principles, research, database management, and strategic planning

Demonstrated knowledge of economic development incentives, particularly the ability to analyze both financial and non-financial impact to the community

Demonstrated knowledge of commercial/industrial real estate development

Demonstrated knowledge of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) applications

Demonstrated ability to establish immediate credibility with stakeholders, build consensus and achieve goals through influence

Proven track record of successful business development accomplishments

Proven track record of successful ability to manage large and complex projects

Visionary mentality with ability to focus on overall concept and longevity of results of related projects

Strategic thinker with the ability to assemble customized business recruitment approaches

Highly skilled at business operations and sales

Successful track record in business-to-business sales and negotiations

Ability to build and maintain relationships

Excellent listening, negotiation, presentation, verbal, written, and electronic communication skills

Strong decision-making skills

Working experience with sales techniques

Proficiency with data collection, tabulation, and analysis, benefit cost return-on-investment analysis, forecasting, and budgeting

Proven ability to plan and manage resources

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret industry journals, legal documents, financial reports, development agreements and contracts, development-related documents, master plans, and budget documents

Ability to always demonstrate confidentiality at all times; required to work with and safeguard confidential information

Ability to communicate clearly, orally, in writing, and uses emotional intelligence to work through challenges and issues

Ability to be self-sufficient, independent, and resourceful

Must be able to demonstrate effective public speaking skills

Must possess communication skills to deal and negotiate with members of all backgrounds and personalities

Must exhibit an entrepreneurial spirit and be results and solutions oriented

Ability to use creative thinking and seek innovative solutions to address complex situations

Must have above-average computer skills including all Microsoft Office applications

Must be able to effectively read, write and communicate in English, fluency in additional languages a plus

Must be able to use applied knowledge to formulate positive solutions to problem situations

Ability to travel

Must be adaptable to changing priorities with short notice

Thorough knowledge of the real estate industry in Bastrop

Maintains established relationships with property owners in the County

Preferred

A master's degree in any of these fields is a plus

Graduate of the University of Oklahoma's Economic Development Institute a plus

CEcD certification a plus

Benefits

A generous Comprehensive Benefits package that includes a mandatory retirement plan through Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) at a 7% employee deposit rate with a municipal matching ratio of 2:1 at retirement

A voluntary 457 plan

Comprehensive medical coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

13 paid holidays

The City pays 100% of employee medical and dental insurance and contributes 50% to dependent coverage.