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Economic Development Coordinator
The Economic Development Coordinator is a proactive professional responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing initiatives that promote sustainable economic growth within a community or region of the state. This role serves as a bridge between government agencies, local businesses, and community organizations to attract investment, stimulate job creation, and enhance the overall economic vitality of the area. The coordinator crafts strategies by analyzing market trends, facilitating partnerships, and managing projects that contribute to urban revitalization, business retention, and overall community development.
Class Code:
PED01P
Job Grade:
SPC04
Special Job Requirements:
Typical Functions:
Develop, manage, and implement economic development projects and initiatives in line with pre-determined strategic priorities. Organize project timelines, allocate resources, and monitor progress to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery. Conduct market research, feasibility studies, and demographic analyses to identify economic opportunities and challenges. Compile and present data-driven reports to inform decision-makers and support the development of targeted economic strategies. Build and maintain robust relationships with government officials, business leaders, investors, and community groups. Coordinate and host meetings, workshops, and public forums designed to foster collaboration and gather insights from key partners. Design and promote programs aimed at attracting new businesses and supporting existing ones to expand and thrive within the community. Work with local entities to develop incentives, outreach campaigns, and support mechanisms that encourage sustainable business growth. Prepare grant applications, funding proposals, and progress reports to secure financial backing for economic initiatives. Manage budgets, track expenditures, and ensure compliance with funding requirements and regulatory standards. Monitor state and federal policies that impact economic development and provide recommendations for policy adjustments. Advocate for economic-friendly policies that facilitate business development and workforce advancement.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Ability to interpret economic data, conduct market analyses, and translate findings into actionable strategies. Proven capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met. Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports, proposals, and engaging with varied community members and leaders. Experience in building and maintaining partnerships with public, private, and non-profit organizations. Detail-oriented with robust organizational skills, capable of managing complex projects and administrative tasks.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Community Development, Economics, or a related field. Minimum of 4 years of work experience in economic development, government, community planning, or project coordination. Experience coordinating projects or initiatives that involve collaboration between multiple entities, familiarity with local/regional economic trends, and a proven record of supporting business attraction or retention efforts may be required. 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:
E