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Commerce Program Specialist
The Commerce Program Specialist serves as a foundational support role within the commerce and economic development team. This classification assists in the coordination, administration, and execution of commerce-related programs designed to bolster local business engagement and drive community economic growth. This role works closely with program coordinators and managers to facilitate events, maintain accurate records, manage communications, and support the overall operational needs of commerce initiatives.
Class Code:
PCO03P
Job Grade:
SGS06
Special Job Requirements:
Typical Functions:
Provide day-to-day administrative support, including maintaining schedules, organizing files and databases, and managing correspondence. Assist with data entry, tracking program deliverables, and preparing reports to monitor the progress of commerce activities. Help plan and coordinate events, meetings, and workshops related to commerce initiatives. Support logistics for program events including venue reservations, attendee coordination, and materials preparation. Serve as a point of contact for internal teams and external partners, ensuring clear and consistent communication. Assist in drafting and distributing program communications such as newsletters, updates, and promotional materials. Maintain and update program records, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. Contribute to the preparation of performance metrics and progress summaries for senior personnel review. Perform routine clerical duties such as answering phones, processing mail, and managing office supplies. Support special projects and tasks as assigned to ensure the successful execution of commerce initiatives.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate interactions with internal teams and external personnel. A cooperative mindset to support a dynamic team environment and contribute to continuous process improvements. Basic analytical and critical-thinking skills to assist with identifying process improvements within the program operations. Demonstrated proficiency in using office software tools such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or Google Workspace.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field. Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.
Required Certificates:
N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Exempt:
N