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SALARY:
This position is classified as a part-time employee.

Hourly Range: $26.01 - $29.43/hour
placement within this range is dependent on

qualifications.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

APPLICATIONS DUE: June 28, 2024 BY 4:00 P.M.

to be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit a

cover letter, resume and City Standard Application via email to

hwhitlock@cityofsusanville.org or applications can be

delivered in person or by mail to the following address:

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

Standard applications can be found on the human resources

page of the city's website.

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 to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability
(mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender
identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin,
political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related
medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

SALARY & QUALIFICATIONS

Invites Applications For The Position Of:

part-time

Economic
Development

Assistant

20240604

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.

City of Susanville
ABOUT THE POSITION: The Economic Development Assistant position is a
part-time position that reports directly to the Economic Development
Director and performs assigned administrative tasks for the Economic
Development Department. The position demands the ability to thrive in a
dynamic environment, showcasing adaptability, versatility, and meticulous
attention to detail. The ideal Economic Development Assistant should
embody a positive attitude, exhibit a genuine enthusiasm for the city of
Susanville's growth, and possess exceptional communication skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in the development and maintenance of material for business
recruitment and marketing packets, including information on available
properties; provides site location assistance to prospective businesses;
responds to inquiries from brokers; maintains working knowledge of local
industrial, office, and retail real estate sites for sale or lease.
Assists in general awareness, tourism and business recruitment marketing
efforts; assist in updating and posting information on the city website; tracks
effectiveness and results of various campaigns; assists with preparation of
incentive packages/proposal for prospective businesses; assists with
implementation of efforts to improve the city attractiveness to target
industries.
Responds to public and internal inquiries, provides information, resolves
routine complaints, or refers questions to appropriate staff.
Participates in the preparation, update, and maintenance of elements of
Economic Development Plans.
Attends meetings with city personnel and/or outside agencies, council
meetings, or seminars as required. May engage in public speaking for certain
presentations.
Conducts research to gather data on city statistics or demographics for
internal and external use.
Responsible for the overall front office activities, as assigned, which may
include clerical staff, mail, large purchasing requests, and facilities; reviews
clerical staff work and maintains specialized records of departmental
operational activities.
Compiles, edits, and summarizes data and prepares routine/periodic/special
reports, memoranda, letters, forms, and various other documents; creates and
maintains databases using automated information systems to monitor and
track information.
Create and maintain business marketing website and maintain various forms
of business marketing materials;
Assists in the preparation of marketing materials such as informational flyers,
newsletters, radio advertisements, etc.
Answers the telephone, interviews callers, and follows specific guidelines in
providing information and referring to proper parties;
Prepare and edit documents including correspondence, reports, drafts,
memos, and emails;
Coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements;
Assist in preparing and distributing agendas for meetings, as well as managing
meeting schedules;
Maintain electronic and hard copy filing system including records of grant
awards and final reports from grant recipients;
Perform other duties as required. To learn more about the City of Susanville, please visit www.cityofsusanville.org

Economic Development Assistant