Powhatan County, VA
Economic Development & Tourism Assistant
Powhatan County, VA, Virginia Beach, Virginia, us, 23450
Salary :
$55,529.00 - $60,000.00 Annually Location :
Virginia, VA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
81500-703 Department:
Economic Development Opening Date:
08/05/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Position Description
This position is crucial to advancing the County's economic initiatives and providing essential administrative support to the Director of Economic Development in executing a comprehensive economic development program. The position requires professionalism and a strong commitment to representing the County's values, facilitating effective communication, managing key projects, and engaging with stakeholders. This position requires attention to detail and a proactive approach, ensuring all interactions reflect positively on the County's mission. Position Objectives
Coordinates activities to support tourism development within the County. Assists with programs in economic development activities (i.e., business retention and expansion (BRE); marketing; tourism/agritourism; place making/main street. At the direction of the Director, assists with communications and media releases of Economic Development functions through social media, press releases and website maintenance. Assists in the design and production of graphic content including advertisements, displays, promotions, videography and photographs. Assist with planning and execution of events for Economic Development. Promotes ongoing region-wide communication and knowledge on Economic Development issues. Receives and responds to citizen requests, complaints, and inquiries. Analyzes and compiles economic and demographic data. Performs related duties. Desirable Training and Experience
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a bachelor's degree in a course of study related to the occupational field, such as economics or business administration, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license. Ability to use personal computer and work with associated equipment. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to Economic Development. Knowledge of history, tourist attractions, economic resources, business opportunities and offerings of the County. Knowledge of geographic layout of County and surrounding areas. Ability to communicate the county's Economic Development policies effectively Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with local businesses and community organizations Ability to maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intradepartmental and interdepartmental personnel, as well as external entities with whom position interacts.
Powhatan County offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including: participation in the Virginia Retirement System, health insurance (including dental and vision), Health Savings Account (with High Deductible insurance plan), Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, Accident, Critical Illness and Cancer Supplemental Insurance, holidays, vacation, sick leave, deferred compensation plans, and short-term disability insurance.
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$55,529.00 - $60,000.00 Annually Location :
Virginia, VA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
81500-703 Department:
Economic Development Opening Date:
08/05/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Position Description
This position is crucial to advancing the County's economic initiatives and providing essential administrative support to the Director of Economic Development in executing a comprehensive economic development program. The position requires professionalism and a strong commitment to representing the County's values, facilitating effective communication, managing key projects, and engaging with stakeholders. This position requires attention to detail and a proactive approach, ensuring all interactions reflect positively on the County's mission. Position Objectives
Coordinates activities to support tourism development within the County. Assists with programs in economic development activities (i.e., business retention and expansion (BRE); marketing; tourism/agritourism; place making/main street. At the direction of the Director, assists with communications and media releases of Economic Development functions through social media, press releases and website maintenance. Assists in the design and production of graphic content including advertisements, displays, promotions, videography and photographs. Assist with planning and execution of events for Economic Development. Promotes ongoing region-wide communication and knowledge on Economic Development issues. Receives and responds to citizen requests, complaints, and inquiries. Analyzes and compiles economic and demographic data. Performs related duties. Desirable Training and Experience
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a bachelor's degree in a course of study related to the occupational field, such as economics or business administration, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license. Ability to use personal computer and work with associated equipment. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to Economic Development. Knowledge of history, tourist attractions, economic resources, business opportunities and offerings of the County. Knowledge of geographic layout of County and surrounding areas. Ability to communicate the county's Economic Development policies effectively Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with local businesses and community organizations Ability to maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intradepartmental and interdepartmental personnel, as well as external entities with whom position interacts.
Powhatan County offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including: participation in the Virginia Retirement System, health insurance (including dental and vision), Health Savings Account (with High Deductible insurance plan), Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, Accident, Critical Illness and Cancer Supplemental Insurance, holidays, vacation, sick leave, deferred compensation plans, and short-term disability insurance.
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