Economic Development Specialist (Program Assessment/Data Analysis)
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8 Full-time 2 hours ago Full Job Description This is responsible professional, technical, and public contact work of an advanced level involving tasks related to program development evaluation and support of projects specific to the entrepreneurial growth and business assistance needs of the community.
Work requires the capacity to apply principles and practices of business startup, expansion, retention, and program assessment; community economic development principles, the ability to research, develop and maintain statistical information and perform business analytics; attendance at civic meetings to make presentations and explain economic development plans, projects and programs; coordination of studies, surveys, programs, and analysis of findings; development and maintenance of communications channels, tools, strategies and presence; maintaining comprehensive records, including the use of a client records management system for tracking, analyzing and reporting on the lifecycle of businesses at various stages; and preparation of correspondence, reports and manuals.
The position requires working in a fast paced, team environment to best offer solutions, assist businesses and entrepreneurs and facilitate relationship coordination and development.
Work also requires the exercise of considerable independent judgment, initiative, ingenuity, and tact; and extensive, productive interaction with City officials, other governmental agencies, small business owners, neighborhood representatives and the public.
Salary:
$59,405 - $95,763 Close Date:
02-22-2023 (11:
59 PM) To Qualify Minimum Qualifications.
Applicants must:
Have a valid Bachelor's degree.
Possess and maintain a valid Driver License.
Be able to work at least one evening per week.
Have considerable technical experience in economic development or related fields.
Have considerable experience in program coordination, oversight, and implementation.
Have some experience collecting, organizing, analyzing, and presenting economic development data.
Have some experience evaluating performance of economic development programs.
Be able to demonstrate excellent writing and communication skills.
Have considerable computer expertise, including but not limited to the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access).
Desirable Qualifications.
Preferred applicants:
Have a valid Master's Degree.
Have prior work experience in economic and/or community development or experience with associations or entrepreneurial support organizations as applied to business startup and assistance, expansion and retention, development, urban planning/redevelopment, and/or project management.
Have experience and comfort in community relations outreach, communications, coalition building and relationship development.
Have considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques used to maintain successful economic development, opportunity creation and facilitation of programs.
Are able to effectively interpret and apply regulations and principles regarding economic development and business assistance.
Are able to competently maintain comprehensive records of economic development activities and prepare related reports and correspondence.
Have knowledge of federal, state and local laws and private sector influences that affect small business and economic development.
Have expertise with marketing and communications related work.
Have knowledge of using CRM database software and online grant management software.
Selection Process IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process.
At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified.
A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.
The City of St.
Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules.
Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.
How To Apply Apply online at www.
stpete.
org/jobs - Select Apply for Jobs/Register/View Job Postings.
City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate.
The City of St.
Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment, and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions.
In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment.
Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans' Preference at the time of submission of any job application.
Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
8 Full-time 2 hours ago Full Job Description This is responsible professional, technical, and public contact work of an advanced level involving tasks related to program development evaluation and support of projects specific to the entrepreneurial growth and business assistance needs of the community.
Work requires the capacity to apply principles and practices of business startup, expansion, retention, and program assessment; community economic development principles, the ability to research, develop and maintain statistical information and perform business analytics; attendance at civic meetings to make presentations and explain economic development plans, projects and programs; coordination of studies, surveys, programs, and analysis of findings; development and maintenance of communications channels, tools, strategies and presence; maintaining comprehensive records, including the use of a client records management system for tracking, analyzing and reporting on the lifecycle of businesses at various stages; and preparation of correspondence, reports and manuals.
The position requires working in a fast paced, team environment to best offer solutions, assist businesses and entrepreneurs and facilitate relationship coordination and development.
Work also requires the exercise of considerable independent judgment, initiative, ingenuity, and tact; and extensive, productive interaction with City officials, other governmental agencies, small business owners, neighborhood representatives and the public.
Salary:
$59,405 - $95,763 Close Date:
02-22-2023 (11:
59 PM) To Qualify Minimum Qualifications.
Applicants must:
Have a valid Bachelor's degree.
Possess and maintain a valid Driver License.
Be able to work at least one evening per week.
Have considerable technical experience in economic development or related fields.
Have considerable experience in program coordination, oversight, and implementation.
Have some experience collecting, organizing, analyzing, and presenting economic development data.
Have some experience evaluating performance of economic development programs.
Be able to demonstrate excellent writing and communication skills.
Have considerable computer expertise, including but not limited to the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access).
Desirable Qualifications.
Preferred applicants:
Have a valid Master's Degree.
Have prior work experience in economic and/or community development or experience with associations or entrepreneurial support organizations as applied to business startup and assistance, expansion and retention, development, urban planning/redevelopment, and/or project management.
Have experience and comfort in community relations outreach, communications, coalition building and relationship development.
Have considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques used to maintain successful economic development, opportunity creation and facilitation of programs.
Are able to effectively interpret and apply regulations and principles regarding economic development and business assistance.
Are able to competently maintain comprehensive records of economic development activities and prepare related reports and correspondence.
Have knowledge of federal, state and local laws and private sector influences that affect small business and economic development.
Have expertise with marketing and communications related work.
Have knowledge of using CRM database software and online grant management software.
Selection Process IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process.
At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified.
A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.
The City of St.
Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules.
Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.
How To Apply Apply online at www.
stpete.
org/jobs - Select Apply for Jobs/Register/View Job Postings.
City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate.
The City of St.
Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment, and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions.
In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment.
Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans' Preference at the time of submission of any job application.
Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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