Economic Development Specialist

General Statement of Responsibilities

Provide technical and planning assistance to non-profit organizations, municipalities, and private businesses, as well as providing services to individuals. Provide support for internal functions of the District, such as organizational development and planning; identifying and acquiring organizational revenue; updating website and conducting outreach; and developing and managing projects and contracts in compliance with funder, client and regulatory requirements.

Supervision Received:

Works under the general supervision of the Deputy Director

Supervision Exercised:

Supervision of other employees is not a typical function assigned to this position. May supervise volunteers and manage contractors.

Examples of Duties - Essential Functions

· Create and distribute press releases, articles, flyers, posters, and brochures

· Convey information using social and traditional media

· Use Canva to prepare graphics

· Use MailChimp to create and distribute NEOEDD newsletter

· Update NEOEDD website content using WordPress & the Elementor plug-in

· Support Individual Development Account (IDA) participants with program enrollment, required training and graduation

· Assist in developing the District’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy

· Design and implement public input processes

· Recruit community partners to participate in planning processes

· Research and analyze data

· Write narratives for plans and reports

· Plan, develop and implement projects and initiatives, including collaborative projects

· Facilitate meetings

· Take and disseminate meeting notes

· Assist in preparing project budgets

· Develop scopes of work for projects

· Create and monitor project implementation timelines

· Conduct project and program evaluations

· Deliver technical assistance to local governments and nonprofit organizations

· Provide financial and project planning technical assistance

· Plan and/or implement evaluation procedures and prepare findings in a written report

· Research grant opportunities and prepare funding applications

· Provide one-on-one business counseling which may include review and consultation on marketing and business finances

· Refer business clients to other service providers

· Maintain client records using Salesforce

· Secure and manage foundation, corporate, state and federal economic and community development grants for the District

· Collect, compile and submit information for project performance and financial reports

· Maintain positive working relationships with partners, community members, organizations and coworkers

· Assist with District board meeting planning and preparing board reports

· Follow and abide by District policies and state ethics and public records laws

· Follow all safety rules and procedures for work areas

· Correct and/or report unsafe conditions to appropriate personnel

Examples of Duties - Additional Functions

· Assist in procurement following state and federal guidelines

· Assist in development of memorandum of understanding and contracts

· Select, design and/or deliver training and workshops

· Procure and manage contracted technical assistance providers

· Conduct certified payroll labor standards monitoring

· Conduct project feasibility studies

· Facilitate strategic planning workshops

· Deliver workshop/class content

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications

· BA/BS Degree in business, economics, GIS/planning, entrepreneurship, writing, communications or related field or area;

· AND Three years’ experience working a community and economic development or other applicable field which combines with education ensures the ability to perform the essential functions of the position through the knowledge, skills and abilities listed on the job description;

· Experience using Microsoft Office tools and ability to learn software used in-house

· OR any satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience, including business ownership, which ensures the ability to learn and perform the essential functions of the position.

· General knowledge of business operations, marketing, accounting and planning

· Knowledge of community outreach methods

· Advanced written and oral communication skills including interpersonal communications, public speaking and group facilitation

Ability to communicate technical information for public consumption orally, in writing and/or graphically

Ability to think strategically, solve problems and participate in group decision-making

Ability to work collaboratively

· Experience using Microsoft Office tools including email, Excel, Word, PowerPoint

· Ability to update website content and post on social media

· Ability to keep records of activities/work completed and report them

· Ability to maintain electronic files in shared file environment (SharePoint)

· Ability to work independently

· Ability to work with complex information and variable District partner dynamics

· Ability to identify overall work objectives, priorities, plans and manage time to complete multiple tasks/projects successfully

· Ability to understand and follow regulations and maintain confidentiality

Ability to conduct research

Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Knowledge of nonprofit management and operations

Ability to analyze financial statements and cash flow projections to assist business clients

Ability to develop, procure, follow and amend contracts

· Knowledge of economic development strategies

· Grant writing experience

· Skill in developing graphics

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/LICENSES: Driving is an essential function of this job which requires an Oregon drivers’ license. The incumbent must have or must obtain a valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, reach and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility. Duties involve moving materials weighing up to 10 pounds on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment (laptops), etc., and may infrequently require moving materials weighing up to 35 pounds such as meeting supplies, archive boxes, etc. Manual dexterity and coordination are required more than 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, calculator, and standard office equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Usual office working conditions. The noise level in the work area is typical of most office environments with telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises. Travel is required throughout the District to attend meetings and market/monitor/deliver programs and services and may include occasional overnight and multi-day travel outside the District to attend meetings, trainings and conferences.

Application Process - find application form at https://neoedd.org/who-we-are/our-team/

Pay: $55,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $62,000