Downtown Strategy Officer

Downtown Strategy Officer locations One Texas Center time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR101913 JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee. What Makes the City of Austin Special? Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. 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Job Description: Purpose: Under general direction, this position is responsible for the coordination and management of complex administrative assignments in support of the Downtown Austin Strategic Initiative, ensuring efficient service, effective communication, and project delivery. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Represents the City as the liaison for the Downtown Austin Strategic Initiative by planning, coordinating and facilitating projects, coordinating communications, capturing and evaluating information, identifying issues and making recommendations solutions with other City departments, the City Manager’s Office, elected officials, downtown stakeholders, neighborhood associations, the general public, media, consultants, public agencies, and private sector representatives to achieve coordinated outcomes in alignment with strategic initiatives. Consults with City management to ensure program, projects, and associated activities are planned and implemented in accordance with guidelines and procedures. Identifies and monitors funds needed for all projects and programs within the Downtown Austin Strategic Initiative. Develops and implements a results-based accountability model to support current and future initiative direction, assessing performance metrics and outcomes to evaluate progress toward Downtown goals, the gaps that exist at individual program levels, and the collective impact of the services provided that are associated with the Downtown Austin Strategic Initiative. Collects and tracks data, conducts research and complex analysis of data, and prepares and presents reports. Oversees activities and duties of the Strategic Solutions Officer to lead coordination among non-public safety City departments and community stakeholders on the identification and implementation of strategies to disrupt and prevent crime in high-risk areas. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of business case development, strategic business planning, reengineering, organizational change strategies, performance measurement, and project management. Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation. Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of applicable titles of State statues, regulations, and City codes and ordinances as they relate to the management of complex projects. Knowledge of principles, methods, and techniques of related professional disciplines. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Skill in using computers and related software. Skill in data analysis and problem solving. Skill in planning and organizing. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Ability to organize and implement comprehensive administrative programs. Ability to understand complex issues and foster compromise and daily interaction with all divisions and City departments/offices. Ability to perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities. Ability to gather pertinent facts, make thorough analyses, arrive at sound conclusions, and formulate effective action plans. Ability to direct and evaluate personnel in the accomplishment of goals and objectives and demonstrated ability to manage priorities and workloads. Ability to present the department’s position and policies and respond to inquiries from City Council and City management. Ability to establish and maintain effective communication, working relationships with people at many levels inside the organization, with outside agencies, and with the community. Ability to resolve customer complaints in accordance with established polices and regulations. Minimum Qualifications: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, plus five (5) years progressively responsible professional experience in multidisciplinary fields including, but not limited, to public administration, project management, urban development, or construction management, including at least three (3) years of experience in a management capacity. Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience. Licenses and Certifications Required: None. Preferred Qualifications: Community Collaborator - Experience in presenting complex information strategies to public stakeholders, management, City Manager’s Office, Boards and Commissions, and City Council. Business Ethics - Demonstrated high level of successful and ethical performance in establishing and maintaining a business portfolio. Creative Solutions Oriented – Ability to solve problems and find avenues to reconcile issues that would otherwise remain unsolved. Financial Stewardship - Oversees budget development and administration, including forecasting, expenditure approval, and adjustments. Ensures the department’s financial resources support its strategic goals. Business Acumen – Has a firm understanding of how a municipality operates as a business to achieve goals and objectives. Notes to Candidate: Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information. Salary: $154,000 - $164,000 annually To view the City of Austin recruitment video, please click here. To view a detailed recruitment profile of the position, please click here. Regarding Your Application: A detailed and complete Employment Application is required. A Resume and Cover Letter are required and will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online Employment Application. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Employment history dates must include month and year. This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation (CBI). To ensure consideration, candidates should apply by January 9, 2026. To apply, candidates must complete this online application. Interested candidates should apply early in the process for optimum consideration. This position is subject to the Texas Open Records Act. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications. 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City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

Salary : $154,000 - $164,000