NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Community and Economic Specialist III - Grant Funded Position
451 W. Third St., OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$58K/yr - $78K/yr
4+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Community and Economic Specialist III to work under the supervision of the Community Development Manager or the Economic Development Planning Manager. The role involves managing economic development initiatives, creating resources for businesses, and implementing funding programs to attract businesses to Montgomery County.
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Responsibilities
Assists in the maintenance, development and coordination of resources for businesses of all sizes
Manages the economic development website and related marketing efforts; researches, proposes and implements economic development marketing strategies and tactics to promote economic development in Montgomery County
This includes evaluating potential for business revitalization and analyzing existing conditions and programs in targeted areas
Responds to site selector requests and business attraction projects; manages the industrial/commercial property database; develops and maintains content for economic development social media accounts
Creates, develops and implements funding programs that attract businesses to the County , including planning and preparing descriptions of proposed economic development project objectives, financing, schedules and estimated impacts on targeted areas
Develops and implements plans to establish or improve private business associations and community development corporations
Informs businesses of available incentives and services, provides support to individual businesses and associations, arranges for service provision, and recommends improvements and expansions to foster increased business activity
Researches governmental and private funding sources , evaluates project suitability for targeted areas, and develops strategies for business attraction and retention
Conducts business retention and expansion activities to build and maintain relationships with the business community
Serves as a primary contact for businesses through in-person, e-mail, phone, and web interactions
Provides technical assistance to business organizations and supports promotional efforts
Manages business attraction and development projects under the direction of the Manager
Plans, monitors and promotes economic and community development activities locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally
Coordinates departmental events and activities when necessary
Visits project sites, attend meetings, and engages with business and community groups to discuss projects, gain support and gather feedback
Lead assigned Community & Economic Development Specialists I & II in project implementation
Composes contract scopes of service and work programs, prepares project budgets, and monitors compliance throughout the contract term
Builds and maintains relationships with community partners and regional economic development entities, including BusinessFirst! for a Greater Dayton Region, , Montgomery County Workforce, Dayton Development Coalition, Jobs Ohio, local chambers of commerce, colleges, universities, and others
Reviews and negotiates project scopes and budgets with jurisdictions, ensures contract compliance with federal, state and local requirements, and oversees planning, implementation, and monitoring activities
Acts as a consultant to boards, agencies and community organizations, providing expert advice to jurisdiction officials
Attends meetings of business associations or community groups, participates in boards and committees, analyzes legislation impacts and documents contract agency activities
Utilizes customer relationship management programs, Zoom, Microsoft Teams and project management tools to ensure effective communication and collaboration with partners
Represents Montgomery County at high-profile functions and regional events, actively participating in regional economic development initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Community Planning or Public Administration or Urban Studies
Four (4) years of related experience in economic development, community development, planning, and project management
Must maintain a current, valid United States driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Benefits
Health insurance with HSA match
Wellness program and incentives
Life insurance
Paid vacation
Paid personal leave days
Sick leave
Holiday pay
Tuition reimbursement
Access to dental, vision, short-term disability, accident & critical care benefits
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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