66 N. Lassen Street, Susanville, CA 96130
admin@cityofsusanville.org | www.cityofsusanville.org

APPLICATIONS DUE: JULY 7, 2023 BY 4:00 P.M.

to be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit a cover

letter, resume and City Standard Application in person, or via email to

hwhitlock@cityofsusanville.org, or by mail to the following address:

City of Susanville, 66 N. Lassen St., Susanville, CA 96130. Standard

applications and more information about this position can be found on

the human resources page of the city's website

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Working together to engage our unique and diverse
population to build a community of the highest

quality for present and future generations.

the city of susanville is an equal opportunity employer

Salary & Benefits:

Economic
Development

Director

Invites Applications For The Position Of:

The city of Susanville provides excellent benefits including financial

support towards continuing education, longevity pay, paid State Disability

Insurance (SDI), as well as the following benefits:

ANNUAL SALARY $89,426-$132,123, placement within this range is

dependent on qualifications and experience.

holidays: 14 paid holidays and 1 annual birthday holiday

vacation: accrued at 136 hours in first year of service; 160 hours

after five years of service; 200 hours after ten years of service; 240

after fifteen full years of service.

management leave: 8 hours per fiscal year

3.69 hours accrued per pay period for a total of 12 days per year

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: 90/10 plan provided through

Anthem Blue Cross as well as Dental and Vision coverage. The policy

covers employee, spouses, and any eligible dependents, with the current

employee contribution of $46 per month.

Life Insurance: $25,000 term life insurance policy

Deferred Compensation Plan: Voluntary plans available including IRS

Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan with city contribution of $40 per pay

period.

Flexible Benefits: $400 annually

General Leave:

Retirement: The city participates in the California Public Employees'

Retirement System (CalPERS). For legacy members the benefit level is 3%

at 60 with a contribution rate of 9% of gross pay per period. For new

members (PEPRA), the benefit level is 2% at 62 with a current employee

contribution rate of 6.75% of gross salary per pay period.

Employer Paid Member Contribution (EMPC): the city pays and reports

the value of EPMC to CalPERS as additional compensation. New employees

as defined by the CalPERS hired after Jan. 1, 2013 will be subject to the

mandatory provisions of AB340/pepra.

Economic Development Director
City of Susanville

About the Organization: Susanville is a full

service city offering its employees fulfilling

work in a progressive environment.

Civic Engagement: Working for the city of

Susanville allows you to actively contribute

to the well-being and development of your

local community. You can play a direct role in

shaping and improving city's services,

infrastructure, and quality of life for its residents.

Variety of Roles and Opportunities: The city of Susanville

employs individuals across a wide range of departments and

functions, including administration, public safety, public works,

planning, recreation, and more. This provides diverse job

experiences and the potential to explore different areas of interest

or develop specialized skills.

Collaboration and Teamwork: The city of Susanville fosters a

collaborative work environment, encouraging teamwork and

cooperation among employees. you will have the opportunity to

work alongside colleagues who share a common goal of serving our

community, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose.

Professional Development: The city of Susanville provides

opportunities for professional growth and development through

training programs, workshops, and educational support. These

initiatives can help you enhance your skills, acquire new

knowledge, and advance your career within the organization.

Employee Support and Recognition: The city of Susanville has

policies and programs in place to support its employees' well-being

and recognize their contributions. This includes employee

assistance programs, wellness initiatives, employee appreciation

events, and recognition for outstanding performance.

ABOUT THE POSITION: The city of Susanville in partnership with the

Susanville Indian Rancheria is excited to offer its first Economic

Development Director position. This exciting opportunity will provide

the successful candidate with an opportunity to build an economic

development program in close partnership with local governments

including the sovereign nation that is the Susanville Indian Rancheria.

The Economic Development Director will manage the city's Economic

Development programs. The Economic Development Department is

new and currently funded to fill the Economic Development Director

position and one part-time Administrative Staff Assistant through June

30, 2026. Supported by a memorandum of understanding between the

city of Susanville and the Susanville Indian Rancheria. The program

may be extended based on funding and agreement of both parties.

This Department's budget will include $50,000 annual funding for

consultant support. The Economic Development Director will be

instrumental in guiding the city's economic development

strategies, working closely with all city staff, and stakeholders,

and providing recommendations to the City Administrator.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter who can

build and foster interagency relationships through

collaboration and effective leadership. The Economic

Development Director is expected to engage the

community through various media platforms,

make recommendations to optimize

community engagement, and collaboratively

lead the development of the city's

Economic Development Implementation

Plan.

To learn more about this job opportunity and view a complete job
description, visit the Human Resources page on the city's website:

www.cityofsusanville.org
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