Economic Development Specialist

The Town of Fountain Hills (fountainhillsaz.gov) has an excellent full-time job opportunity available as the Economic Development Specialist.

Applications are only accepted through the Town's online portal on the town website Employment Opportunities fountainhillsaz.gov

Position reports to the Economic Development Director.

Applications are only accepted through the Town's online portal on the town website Employment Opportunities fountainhillsaz.gov

The Town of Fountain Hills (fountainhillsaz.gov) has an exciting full-time job opportunity in the Economic Development Division. With the recent adoption of the Community Economic Development Strategy and Downtown Strategy, the Town is seeking a full-time Economic Development Specialist.
This position is crucial to advancing the Town of Fountain Hills’ economic initiatives and providing essential support to the Economic Development Director in executing a comprehensive economic development program. The position requires professionalism and a strong commitment to representing the Town's values, facilitating effective communication, managing key projects, and engaging with stakeholders. This position requires attention to detail and a proactive approach, ensuring all interactions reflect positively on the Town's mission.

Applications are only accepted through the Town's online portal on the town website Employment Opportunities fountainhillsaz.gov

• Position Objectives

Assists with programs in economic development activities (i.e., business retention and expansion (BRE); marketing and recruitment; travel/tourism/; downtown/place making/main incentive development/management).

• Creates and assists at the direction of the Director with communications, marketing material and media releases of Economic Development functions through social media, press releases and website maintenance.
• Assist with planning and execution of events for Economic Development.
• Collects, organizes, and analyzes data required in the development and implementation of the Town’s recently adopted Community Economic Development Strategy and Downtown Strategy.
• Participates and promotes ongoing region-wide communication and knowledge on Economic Development issues.
• Receives and responds in a timely manner to citizen requests, complaints, and inquiries.
• Analyzes and compiles economic and demographic data.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Position will remain open until filled.

• Applications will be reviewed weekly.

Applications are only accepted through the Town's online portal on the town website Employment Opportunities fountainhillsaz.gov

Desirable Training and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Economic Development, Regional Development, Economics, Urban Planning, Public Administration, Marketing, Geography, or related field.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to Economic Development.
• Knowledge of history, tourist attractions, economic resources, business opportunities and offerings of Fountain Hills.
• Knowledge of geographic layout of Fountain Hills and surrounding areas.
• Ability to communicate the Town’s Economic Development policies effectively
• Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with local businesses and community organizations
• Ability to maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intradepartmental and interdepartmental personnel, as well as external entities with whom position interacts.
• Required to attend and complete the Basic Economic Development Course within the first year of employment. The course will be paid for by the Town.

Applications are only accepted through the Town's online portal on the town website Employment Opportunities fountainhillsaz.gov

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,286.00 - $103,369.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $72,286 - $103,369