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JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Open to City Employees and the General Public
Date Opened: January 27, 2023
Closing Date: Sunday, February 19, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.
Economic Development Director 23-1-12
Department: Economic Development Salary Range: 79 ($103,888-129,860/year)
Reports to: City Manager Supervises: Airport Manager
Salary and Benefits
Economic Development Director Starting Salary: 79 ($103,888-129,860/year)
Individuals hired in this position have the opportunity to progress up to $155,832 /year, which is the maximum salary for this position as of December 2022.
Benefits: Full City Benefits Package. The City of St. George covers 100% of the premiums for the High
Deductible health plan for full-time employees and their qualified dependents. New hires also receive 2 weeks of vacation time during their first year of employment, one of which is available to the employee the first day of employment. To find out more about our benefits package, please visit our website at careers.sgcity.org.
Position Summary
Manages and directs overall economic development for City of St. George. This is a professional administrative position under general direction of the City Manager.
Essential Functions (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
1. Directs economic development efforts for the City. Manages and coordinates the planning and implementation of the Economic Development Programs including business attraction, retention, job creation, business assistance, marketing, and related functions. Conducts planning studies on current and future development. Serves on Washington County Economic Development Council.
Coordinates City’s downtown redevelopment program.
2. Assists in the development of strategies for implementation of economic and real property activities, schedules, and guidelines, including, but not limited to, property acquisition and disposition assistance, and developer selection and negotiations. Assists with negotiations related to purchase, lease or voluntary transfer of property and easements, clearing of the title and processing of claims for damage.
3. Reviews analysis, documents, and reports prepared by consultants and staff to assure accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness.
4. Responsible for activities of the City’s St. George Neighborhood Redevelopment Agency (RDA) which oversees the City’s development project areas. Acts as the primary liaison with outside
consultants and/or financial advisors, City leadership and personnel, developers and businesses, and taxing agencies, in the creation of project area plans, budgets, and related agreements. Prepares the budgets, manages, and monitors incentive and/or development agreements, and completes all reporting and compliance requirements for all activities of the RDA.
5. Keeps abreast of legislative developments which may impact economic development programs, policies and/or procedures and implements approved follow-up action.
6. Prepares the annual operating budget for the Department and submits to the City Manager for approval. Monitors economic development expenditures ensuring programs are kept within established limits.
7. Attends the various City Council meetings and may act as a staff resource to various committees.
8. Monitors contracts and agreements relating to economic development or property management activities which involve payments or financial calculations.
9. Analyzes economic data and prepares long-term business and financial forecasts in coordination with other City employees.
10. Provides technical advice to commissions, committees, and higher-level members of City management in matters related to a wide variety of redevelopment and economic development activities and programs.
11. Oversees the Airport Manager and facilitates the success of the City’s Regional Airport by providing support, vision, and guidance to the Airport Manager and division personnel. Engages, advocates, and participates in the economic development planning and general planning of development activities and programs of the airport.
12. Directs, plans, and implements policies and procedures for Department. Trains, evaluates, motivates, and disciplines employees.
13. Represents or provides representation of City’s programs and services with news media, citizen groups, and professional organizations.
14. Works with external partners and agencies at the local and state level, such as the Five County
Association of Governments (FCAOG), the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED), and the Economic Development Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah), to collaborate, coordinate, and accomplish the City’s economic development strategies and programs.
15. Prepares reports, as requested, for City Manager reflecting current activity and status of the
Department.
16. Performs other related duties as required.
Typical Physical/Mental Demands/Working Conditions
Light physical effort. Comfortable working positions handling light weight and intermittent sitting, standing, and walking. Generally pleasant working conditions. No health or accident hazards inherent in work performed. Frequent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.
Qualifications
Education: Graduation from accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in city planning, public administration, or related field. Desire membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners
(AICP). Master’s degree in public administration, planning, business or related field preferred.
Experience: Minimum of six (6) years full-time experience in areas of economic development, planning, and/or zoning, of which two (2) years must have been in a managerial position.
License and/or Certifications:
(AICP) certification is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Skilled in:
Ability to:
To Apply: Submit a completed City of St. George Employment Application online at careers.sgcity.org.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Position is open until 2/19/2023 at 5:00 p.m. Refer questions to Human Resources at 435-627-4670. Pre-employment drug screening and criminal background screen are required. The City of St. George is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We make reasonable efforts to provide reasonable accommodation to disabled candidates.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $103,888.00 - $129,860.00 per year
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Ability to commute/relocate:
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Work Location: One location
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