Economic Development Coordinator
Position Overview
- Company Name
- Town of Rocky Hill
- Job Title
- Economic Development Coordinator
- Description
The Economic Development Coordinator is responsible for the promotion and development of the economic resources of Rocky Hill. The position manages services and programs related to economic and business development and develops policy guidance and framework for development, redevelopment and revitalization strategies, and is responsible for business retention, expansion and relocation. This position works under the direction of the Town Manager.
Essential Functions:
1. Implement projects and actions to meet goals of the Town’s Plan of Conservation and Development, and new opportunities for real estate and infrastructure investment.
2. Serve as the main contact for all economic and business development matters.
3. Work closely with Town departments to ensure timely approval of development plans and resolution of issues related to the Town’s business community.
4. Work closely with commercial realtors, developers and business owners assisting with business site location and expansion.
5. Actively solicit businesses to locate within the Town, work to retain existing businesses and assist with their expansion plans and any challenges they may experience.
6. Plan, develop and manage promotional events, celebrations, ribbon-cuttings, etc. As necessary, engage in proactive marketing activities through social media, cold-calls and frequent visits to local businesses.
7. Serve as staff representative to the Economic Development Commission, Economic Subcommittee of the Town Council and the Redevelopment Agency and attend their meetings. May attend other meetings as required and requested by the Town Manager.
8. Collect, organize and maintain key economic data and information on existing businesses and available land and buildings, and ensure this information is readily accessible and based on credible sources including the Census, BLS, etc.
9. Research, write and manage grants related to community and economic development.
10. Utilize geographic information mapping systems on a regular basis to perform job duties.
11. Inform and assist other departments, boards, commissions and the public regarding economic development initiatives and issues.
12. Prepare correspondence, agendas, notices and other documents as required by the Freedom of Information Act.
13. Performs related work as required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrative of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a logical assignment to the position.
Qualifications and Competencies:
1. Tertiary education (e.g. college degree, professional certifications) in economic community development, commercial/industrial real estate or closely related field of study.
2. Minimum three (3) years of experience in an economic development organization, municipal community development department or in industrial/commercial real estate/business development or closely related field of study.
3. Experience researching, writing and managing grants is preferred.
4. Demonstrated experience conducting outreach to existing businesses and new business prospects.
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking skills, with a strong ability to build and maintain relationships with commercial business owners, municipal leadership, other municipal staff, the public and other various groups (commissions, agencies, etc.).
6. Proficiency with computer programs such as Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel, familiarity with GIS mapping, aptitude for learning new technology
7. Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
8. Must possess a valid Connecticut driver’s license.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
2. Frequently is required to walk and sit.
3. Occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
4. Ability to lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
5. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
6. The dexterity necessary to utilize a computer keyboard on a regular basis is essential.
7. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrative of the various types of work that may be performed.
The Town of Rocky Hill is an EEO/AA employer and complies with the guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act.- Salary Range
- $88486.00 -$96690.00
- Job City
- Rocky Hill
- Job State
- CT
- Job Country
- Website
- https://www.rockyhillct.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2760/Economic-Development-Coordinator-PDF
Qualifications
How to Apply
- Contact Name
- Geyer, Autumn
- Contact Address
- 761 Old Main Street Rocky Hill CT 06067 United States
- Contact Phone
- (860) 258-2789
- ageyer@rockyhillct.gov
- Best Method of Contact