Sr. Economic Development Assistant

Department of Economic Development, Community Development Division

Focus Area: Community Development Block Grants

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for assisting in the research, development, and implementation of community development programs. Responsibilities may include identifying potential funding sources; leading projects; preparing reports; and analyzing data.

These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.

• Researches, recommends, and implements various programs and policies related to rehabilitation and improvement of properties; assists in developing various economic development programs.
• Identifies funding sources and prepares grants for development projects.
• Leads development projects, including: assigning staff roles; monitoring project progress; and performing related tasks.
• Collects and analyzes economic, community, and related data to assist in community development efforts.
• Prepares reports outlining program efforts and progress.
• Coordinates plans and programs with related departments to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance, including attendance at required meetings.
• Coordinates and participates in ceremonial and promotional activities.

This job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE:

• Community and economic development principles;
• Federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations;
• Funding sources;
• Research methods;
• Program development principles;
• Project management principles.

SKILLS:

• Computer software skills;
• Conducting research;
• Managing projects;
• Preparing grant applications;
• Preparing related reports;
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.