City of Alameda, CA
Salary : $77,313.60 - $108,800.64 Annually
Location : City of Alameda (City Hall West), CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2025-1785-01
Department: Base Reuse and Economic Development Department
Opening Date: 07/30/2025
Closing Date: 8/18/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: ACEA
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Nature of Position
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a team making a significant impact in the local community. Please note that this position is 36 hours per week over 4 days (typically Monday - Thursday) but is considered full-time with benefits.
THE COMMUNITY
The City of Alameda is a 10.6 square mile island community located in San Francisco Bay. Alameda is just seven miles east of San Francisco, and less than one mile west of the City of Oakland. Alameda is a diverse community with a population of approximately 76,040. According to Money Magazine, the City of Alameda compares favorably to the "best places to live" in America. That is, in part, due to the small town feel of this Bay Area Island community. It also has a high median family income, a large number of educational institutions nearby, more than double the number of restaurants and libraries as the "best places average," excellent air quality, and better than average weather.
THE DEPARTMENT
The Base Reuse and Economic Development Department is a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative department responsible for implementing the Council goals for an economically diverse and financially sustainable community, and fulfilling the community's plans to revitalize Alameda Point into a mixed-use, transit-oriented development. The Department seeks a balance between business development, retention of businesses, and maximization of the City's real estate assets.
The Base Reuse and Economic Development Department is comprised of three divisions: Base Reuse, Asset Management, and Economic Development. This position will be based in the Economic Development Division.
About the Division/Position - Economic Development
Under direction, this position performs a variety of detailed, specialized work involving economic development programs and projects; performs other related work as required. This position reports to the Economic Development Division Manager and will be part of the Economic Development group that is part of the larger Base Reuse and Economic Development Department. Activities of this position and the Economic Development division work in conjunction with Base Reuse staff, but do not involve Base Reuse activities.
The Economic Development division is responsible for maintaining and growing Alameda's tax and employment bases through business recovery, retention, expansion, and attraction efforts, real property development, tourism support, faade and art grants administration, public art grants administration and public arts management, and workforce development.
City of Alameda, Benefits of Employment (f or a comprehensive listing of benefits, please click here) :
Distinguishing Features
The Economic Development Specialist II is expected to perform varied assignments requiring technical and interpersonal skills in the fields of economic development. Work in the class is distinguished from that of the Economic Development Specialist I by the greater complexity of the assignments received and by the greater independence with which the incumbent is expected to operate. This position provides evaluation, monitoring and grant writing work products for senior review. Support is available for problems not covered by reference guidelines, and work is checked occasionally during progress and reviewed upon completion.
Examples of Duties
The following list of duties is intended only to describe the various types of work that may be performed and the level of technical complexity of the assignment(s) and is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties. The omission of a specific duty statement does not exclude it from the position if the work is consistent with the concept of the classification or is similar or closely related to another duty statement.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Essential Duties
WORKING CONDITIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Employment Standards
Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in planning, economics, public or business administration or a closely related field.
Experience: Three years progressively responsible professional experience in public sector economic development, housing development, or redevelopment work.
Knowledge
Working knowledge of the principles and practices of economic development; understanding of principles and practices of commercial and/or residential revitalization; business recruitment and economic diversification strategies; federal, state and other resources for economic development and business assistance; familiarity with public and private sector finance mechanisms and loan packaging; principles and practices of public administration.
Ability
Ability to perform both complex and routine administrative work with speed and accuracy; interpret and apply established federal, state and City legislation, regulations, guidelines and codes pertinent to economic development programs and projects; establish and maintain accurate records; conduct research and interpret and analyze information; prepare studies and reports concerning complex matters; set priorities, meet deadlines and make sound decisions on a variety of matters; communicate effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
Other Requirements
Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record at the time of appointment is required as a condition of initial and continued employment only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than the employee's ability to get to/from various work locations in a timely manner, is necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
SELECTION PROCESS:
It is important that both the application on and questionnaire are completed thoroughly and accurately. The examination process may test for, but is not limited to, the essential knowledge and abilities listed in the job specification and announcement and will be designed to provide a comprehensive review of each candidate's technical knowledge and overall suitability for the position. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date, time, and location of examinations approximately two weeks in advance. If applicants have not received written notice at least one week prior to the tentative test date listed in the flyer, they should contact the City of Alameda Human Resources Department at (510) 747-4900.
Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the City's Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. Prior to appointment, a thorough reference check will be conducted which may include a credit check and background. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment, you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States, as required by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
E-VERIFY:
The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal government's E-Verify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization, which includes showing a valid United States Social Security card at the time of hire (photocopies not accepted).
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CREDIT:
A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military, reservist, or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. In case of discharge attributable to service-connected injuries or illnesses, the 18 months active duty requirement need not be fulfilled. An applicant claiming veteran's preference credit must attach to their application, a legible copy of their DD-214 verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The In compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations, the City of Alameda will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must do so no later than the final filing date for receipt of applications, otherwise it may not be possible to arrange accommodations for the selection process. Such requests should be addressed to the Human Resources Department | 1-510-747-4900 | | 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Rm. 290, Alameda, 94501. Requests can be made via email, phone, or in writing via U.S. mail.
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
For Benefits information, please visit our website at: A detailed summary for this position can be found under ACEA.
Location : City of Alameda (City Hall West), CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2025-1785-01
Department: Base Reuse and Economic Development Department
Opening Date: 07/30/2025
Closing Date: 8/18/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: ACEA
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Nature of Position
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a team making a significant impact in the local community. Please note that this position is 36 hours per week over 4 days (typically Monday - Thursday) but is considered full-time with benefits.
THE COMMUNITY
The City of Alameda is a 10.6 square mile island community located in San Francisco Bay. Alameda is just seven miles east of San Francisco, and less than one mile west of the City of Oakland. Alameda is a diverse community with a population of approximately 76,040. According to Money Magazine, the City of Alameda compares favorably to the "best places to live" in America. That is, in part, due to the small town feel of this Bay Area Island community. It also has a high median family income, a large number of educational institutions nearby, more than double the number of restaurants and libraries as the "best places average," excellent air quality, and better than average weather.
THE DEPARTMENT
The Base Reuse and Economic Development Department is a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative department responsible for implementing the Council goals for an economically diverse and financially sustainable community, and fulfilling the community's plans to revitalize Alameda Point into a mixed-use, transit-oriented development. The Department seeks a balance between business development, retention of businesses, and maximization of the City's real estate assets.
The Base Reuse and Economic Development Department is comprised of three divisions: Base Reuse, Asset Management, and Economic Development. This position will be based in the Economic Development Division.
About the Division/Position - Economic Development
Under direction, this position performs a variety of detailed, specialized work involving economic development programs and projects; performs other related work as required. This position reports to the Economic Development Division Manager and will be part of the Economic Development group that is part of the larger Base Reuse and Economic Development Department. Activities of this position and the Economic Development division work in conjunction with Base Reuse staff, but do not involve Base Reuse activities.
The Economic Development division is responsible for maintaining and growing Alameda's tax and employment bases through business recovery, retention, expansion, and attraction efforts, real property development, tourism support, faade and art grants administration, public art grants administration and public arts management, and workforce development.
City of Alameda, Benefits of Employment (f or a comprehensive listing of benefits, please click here) :
- CalPERS Retirement: Classic Members: 2% at 55 formula, 8.868% contribution; New Members 2% @ 62 formula, 8.75% contribution.
- Medical: The City contracts with CalPERS to provide comprehensive health coverage to employees. Multiple HMO and PPO plans available, with a generous City contribution. Kaiser plan is fully covered by the City.
- Dental: Comprehensive dental coverage provided to employees and their eligible dependents at no cost.
- Vacation: Starting with 75 hours annually and increasing with years of service.
- Holidays: 11 City Holidays and 4 Floating Holidays per year
- Sick Leave: 90 hours per year; unused sick leave is converted to service credit at retirement.
Distinguishing Features
The Economic Development Specialist II is expected to perform varied assignments requiring technical and interpersonal skills in the fields of economic development. Work in the class is distinguished from that of the Economic Development Specialist I by the greater complexity of the assignments received and by the greater independence with which the incumbent is expected to operate. This position provides evaluation, monitoring and grant writing work products for senior review. Support is available for problems not covered by reference guidelines, and work is checked occasionally during progress and reviewed upon completion.
Examples of Duties
The following list of duties is intended only to describe the various types of work that may be performed and the level of technical complexity of the assignment(s) and is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties. The omission of a specific duty statement does not exclude it from the position if the work is consistent with the concept of the classification or is similar or closely related to another duty statement.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Essential Duties
- Participates in designing, implementing and monitoring economic development, housing development programs and projects. Collects and interprets data and prepares reports.
- Performs financial analysis of proposed real estate and business development projects.
- Assembles and processes grants and financial assistance loan packages.
- Confers with property owners, builders and developers to initiate and provide support to new developments and property renewals; provides assistance to local businesses and property owners to improve business operations or renovate property.
- Evaluates multiple factors involving economics, community needs and land use to prepare recommendations for proposed real estate development projects.
- Provides technical assistance to various parties and groups such as small business owners, business associations, non-profit and citizens' groups, and other City departments and divisions, to assist with the development of proposed real estate projects.
- Implements business recruitment strategies.
- Implements business retention strategies.
- Solicits proposals; makes recommendations concerning selection of professional consulting services; prepares and supervises contract administration.
- Establishes and maintains work plans, budgets, expenditure reports and project schedules, and monitors for compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
- Performs related duties as assigned
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Indoor office environment.
- Ambient office sounds and noises such as speaking, working with office equipment and software.
- Travel to City work sites and locations to conduct work.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
- Seeing to read a variety of materials.
- Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.
- Thinking, focusing, and concentrating to prepare and complete assigned tasks
Employment Standards
Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in planning, economics, public or business administration or a closely related field.
Experience: Three years progressively responsible professional experience in public sector economic development, housing development, or redevelopment work.
Knowledge
Working knowledge of the principles and practices of economic development; understanding of principles and practices of commercial and/or residential revitalization; business recruitment and economic diversification strategies; federal, state and other resources for economic development and business assistance; familiarity with public and private sector finance mechanisms and loan packaging; principles and practices of public administration.
Ability
Ability to perform both complex and routine administrative work with speed and accuracy; interpret and apply established federal, state and City legislation, regulations, guidelines and codes pertinent to economic development programs and projects; establish and maintain accurate records; conduct research and interpret and analyze information; prepare studies and reports concerning complex matters; set priorities, meet deadlines and make sound decisions on a variety of matters; communicate effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
Other Requirements
Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record at the time of appointment is required as a condition of initial and continued employment only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than the employee's ability to get to/from various work locations in a timely manner, is necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
SELECTION PROCESS:
It is important that both the application on and questionnaire are completed thoroughly and accurately. The examination process may test for, but is not limited to, the essential knowledge and abilities listed in the job specification and announcement and will be designed to provide a comprehensive review of each candidate's technical knowledge and overall suitability for the position. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date, time, and location of examinations approximately two weeks in advance. If applicants have not received written notice at least one week prior to the tentative test date listed in the flyer, they should contact the City of Alameda Human Resources Department at (510) 747-4900.
Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the City's Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. Prior to appointment, a thorough reference check will be conducted which may include a credit check and background. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment, you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States, as required by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
E-VERIFY:
The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal government's E-Verify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization, which includes showing a valid United States Social Security card at the time of hire (photocopies not accepted).
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CREDIT:
A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military, reservist, or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. In case of discharge attributable to service-connected injuries or illnesses, the 18 months active duty requirement need not be fulfilled. An applicant claiming veteran's preference credit must attach to their application, a legible copy of their DD-214 verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The In compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations, the City of Alameda will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must do so no later than the final filing date for receipt of applications, otherwise it may not be possible to arrange accommodations for the selection process. Such requests should be addressed to the Human Resources Department | 1-510-747-4900 | | 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Rm. 290, Alameda, 94501. Requests can be made via email, phone, or in writing via U.S. mail.
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
For Benefits information, please visit our website at: A detailed summary for this position can be found under ACEA.