Weber County · 1 hour ago
Economic Development Specialist
Ogden, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$28.43/hr - $28.43/hr
1+ years expWeber County is looking for an Economic Development Specialist to provide administrative, analytical, and project support for the County's economic development programs. The role focuses on coordination, implementation support, data management, and stakeholder assistance to advance economic development activities.
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Responsibilities
Provide administrative and project support for economic development initiatives, programs, and work plans led by the Economic Development Director or other senior staff
Assist with tracking project schedules, deliverables, and milestones; prepare status summaries and briefing materials
Coordinate meetings, site visits, and stakeholder engagements related to economic development projects
Support consultant and vendor coordination by assisting with contracts, invoicing, and document management
Assist with business retention, expansion, and attraction efforts by coordinating communications, scheduling meetings, and preparing background materials
Support the administration and tracking of economic development incentive programs, ensuring documentation and reporting requirements are met
Compile and maintain records related to incentive agreements, compliance tracking, and performance reporting
Maintain databases of available commercial, industrial, and redevelopment properties
Compile, organize, and maintain economic, demographic, workforce, and real estate data to support decision-making
Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and summaries for internal use, partner agencies, and elected officials
Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) by gathering data and coordinating responses with internal and external partners
Support government relations and intergovernmental coordination activities by assisting with scheduling, documentation, and tracking of legislative and policy-related items
Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, correspondence, and briefing materials for boards, committees, and partner organizations
Track policy updates and maintain organized reference materials related to economic development activities
Assist with economic development marketing efforts, including website updates, social media coordination, presentations, and promotional materials
Support planning and execution of events such as business visits, industry tours, groundbreakings, ribbon cuttings, and public meetings
Assist with preparation of presentations and informational materials for public and stakeholder meetings
Manage department records, files, and documentation related to economic development programs
Track contracts, invoices, budgets, and expense reports for economic development activities
Schedule meetings, hearings, and travel; maintain calendars for economic development activities
Ensure required postings, reports, and documentation are completed accurately and on time
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
One (1) to three (3) years of administrative, program support, or coordinator roles, preferably within government, economic development, planning, or a related field
Knowledge of Economic Development, Business, Public Administration, Economics, Planning
Proficiency in office management software, including spreadsheet, word processing, and database applications
Familiarity with real estate, marketing, and event planning, including coordination of meetings, promotional events, and community engagement efforts
Excellent organizational skills
Attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrating a commitment to public service and economic development goals
Work independently with minimal supervision
Coordinate work effectively across multiple organizations
Perform multiple tasks simultaneously and manage competing priorities
Design presentations and deliver public speaking engagements to various audience sizes
Organize and prioritize activities and projects for maximum efficiency
Exercise sound independent judgment in decision-making
Maintain focused attention to detail for extended periods
Communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing
Follow written and oral instructions accurately
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with supervisors, colleagues, elected officials, committees, partner agencies, and the public
Valid driver's license is required
Preferred
Some college coursework in Business Administration, Economics, Planning or a related field
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Retirement
401k match
Sick/Vacation
Life Insurance
Short-term Disability
Accident
Critical Illness
Parental Leave
Maternity Leave
Company
Weber County
Weber County is a government website that provides property tax, marriage license, passport, and information services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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