ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - Economic Development Director jobs in United States
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City of Lufkin · 3 weeks ago

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - Economic Development Director

City of Lufkin is seeking an Economic Development Coordinator who plays a vital role in advancing the City's economic growth. This position is responsible for creating and implementing a comprehensive business retention and expansion program while managing key data and compliance reporting.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Assist in the development and implementation of programs to attract new businesses and retain existing business
Assist in promoting and developing retail attraction
Manage databases, periodic reports, and site information
Manage annual compliance reporting from existing economic development agreements and reporting to the State Comptroller and other state entities as necessary
Assist in the preparation and administration of departmental budgets, including tracking expenses, processing invoices, and reconciling accounts, in collaboration with finance and accounting staff
Plan, coordinate, and implement projects
Prepare and distribute correspondence, reports, memos, agendas, minutes, presentations, and other documents, both electronically and in hard copy, using word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
Assist in the preparation and processing of departmental documents, including contracts, specifications, and bid documents, in compliance with departmental procedures and regulations
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, such as business owners, elected officials, community partners, contractors, consultants, vendors, regulatory agencies, and the public, to gather information, respond to inquiries, and facilitate communication related to departmental projects and services
Provide customer service and support to departmental staff, contractors, and members of the public, both in person and over the phone, by answering questions, providing information, and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner
Perform general office duties, such as photocopying, scanning, faxing, filing, and ordering supplies, to maintain an organized and efficient work environment
Attend and represent the City of Lufkin at certain events, functions, meetings, and conferences
Adhere to departmental policies, procedures, and standards of conduct, and promote a positive work culture and team environment among colleagues
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Economic developmentPublic administrationMarketingDatabase managementProject developmentCommunication skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteResearch methodsAttention to detailProblem solvingTeam collaboration

Required

A Valid Driver's License Class C is required at the time of placement and a clean driving record

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, marketing, communications, or related field preferred
Minimum of 3 years of increasingly responsible experience in public administration, economic development, marketing or communications preferred
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Company

City of Lufkin

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Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
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