City of Erlanger
Director of Economic Development/Assistant City Administrator
City of Erlanger, Erlanger, Kentucky, United States, 41018
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Mayor and City Administrator, the Director of Economic Development/Assistant City Administrator plans, coordinates and directs economic development activities of the City development and implements long‑range strategies to ensure the economic health and vitality of the City. Coordinates with other City Departments to ensure long‑term, quality economic growth in the City, acts as a liaison with State and Federal agencies. Provides assistance to the City Administrator with current and future city operations and planning. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Essential Functions
Develops relationships with and assists existing businesses. Recruits new businesses. Assists in the planning for future development of commercial and residential areas. Recommends zoning regulations as they apply to community and economic development. Assists in developing and implementing economic incentive programs for the City. Develops and oversees programs for increasing property values in the City. Maintains an effective working relationship with Tri‑ED, Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, Kentucky Association for Economic Development and other related organizations. Acts as liaison between the City and the Kenton County Occupational License Division. Completes special projects as assigned by the Mayor and City Administrator. Is the point person for all local and state coordinated grants and incentives provided to businesses. Oversees and maintains existing awarded incentives. Provide assistance and support to the City Administrator, analyze and implement policies and procedures, respond to and resolve public inquiries and complaints. Provides assistance and support to other department heads, as directed by the City Administrator, for project management, problem solving, decision making and strategic planning. Analyzes the financial details of past, present, and expected operations in order to identify development opportunities and areas where improvement is needed. Acts as a City Administrator in City Administrator’s Absence. POSITION QUALIFICATION
Analytical Skills – Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem. Autonomy – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Business Acumen – Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues. Goal Oriented – Ability to focus on goals and obtain a predetermined result. Innovative – Ability to look beyond the standard solutions. Interpersonal – Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals. Patience – Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous. Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems. Education/Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Urban Planning, Business Administration, Public Administration or relatable field, or five years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Skills And Abilities
Have knowledge of Google Sheets, Docs, Slides and Drive. Familiar with Zoning and Zoning Regulations. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to present information and respond to questions from clients, citizens and the general public. Ability to perform mathematical calculations such as calculations of tax rates, growth projects and proposed monetary incentives. Certificate and Licenses
Completion of Kentucky Institute for Economic Development Course within 1 year of being employed. Completion of the Kentucky Association for Economic Development Professional Certification within 3 years of being employed. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach and twist; to lift, carry, push and or pull to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations and to verbally communicate to exchange information. WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with some travel to different sites; may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends and may be required to travel outside the City boundaries to attend meetings and/or training. VISION
See in normal range with or without correction. HEARING
Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
Responsible for familiarizing yourself with Departmental Procedures and the City of Erlanger’s Personnel Policy; knowledge of location to research Procedures and Policies. Supports the City’s mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, commitment to the community and accountability and ownership.
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Under the direction of the Mayor and City Administrator, the Director of Economic Development/Assistant City Administrator plans, coordinates and directs economic development activities of the City development and implements long‑range strategies to ensure the economic health and vitality of the City. Coordinates with other City Departments to ensure long‑term, quality economic growth in the City, acts as a liaison with State and Federal agencies. Provides assistance to the City Administrator with current and future city operations and planning. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Essential Functions
Develops relationships with and assists existing businesses. Recruits new businesses. Assists in the planning for future development of commercial and residential areas. Recommends zoning regulations as they apply to community and economic development. Assists in developing and implementing economic incentive programs for the City. Develops and oversees programs for increasing property values in the City. Maintains an effective working relationship with Tri‑ED, Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce, Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development, Kentucky Association for Economic Development and other related organizations. Acts as liaison between the City and the Kenton County Occupational License Division. Completes special projects as assigned by the Mayor and City Administrator. Is the point person for all local and state coordinated grants and incentives provided to businesses. Oversees and maintains existing awarded incentives. Provide assistance and support to the City Administrator, analyze and implement policies and procedures, respond to and resolve public inquiries and complaints. Provides assistance and support to other department heads, as directed by the City Administrator, for project management, problem solving, decision making and strategic planning. Analyzes the financial details of past, present, and expected operations in order to identify development opportunities and areas where improvement is needed. Acts as a City Administrator in City Administrator’s Absence. POSITION QUALIFICATION
Analytical Skills – Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem. Autonomy – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Business Acumen – Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues. Goal Oriented – Ability to focus on goals and obtain a predetermined result. Innovative – Ability to look beyond the standard solutions. Interpersonal – Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals. Patience – Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous. Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems. Education/Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Urban Planning, Business Administration, Public Administration or relatable field, or five years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Skills And Abilities
Have knowledge of Google Sheets, Docs, Slides and Drive. Familiar with Zoning and Zoning Regulations. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to present information and respond to questions from clients, citizens and the general public. Ability to perform mathematical calculations such as calculations of tax rates, growth projects and proposed monetary incentives. Certificate and Licenses
Completion of Kentucky Institute for Economic Development Course within 1 year of being employed. Completion of the Kentucky Association for Economic Development Professional Certification within 3 years of being employed. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach and twist; to lift, carry, push and or pull to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations and to verbally communicate to exchange information. WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with some travel to different sites; may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends and may be required to travel outside the City boundaries to attend meetings and/or training. VISION
See in normal range with or without correction. HEARING
Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
Responsible for familiarizing yourself with Departmental Procedures and the City of Erlanger’s Personnel Policy; knowledge of location to research Procedures and Policies. Supports the City’s mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, collaboration, innovation, respect, commitment to the community and accountability and ownership.
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