Nampa, ID

City of Nampa

Economic Development Analyst

Hiring Salary (DOE): $23.56-$30.02

Department/Group: Economic Development

FLSA Status: Exempt

Travel Required: Limited occasional travel is required

Position Type: Full-Time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

PERSI Eligible: Yes

Reports To: Director Economic Development

Schedule: Generally, Monday through Friday working hours between 8:00am – 5:00pm

WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE!

The City of Nampa offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities, including the following for full-time positions in City Government Departments:

Medical
Dental
Vision
PERSI Retirement Plan, with 11.96% employer contribution
401k & 457 Retirement Plans
11 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (at least 4 weeks per year)
Life Insurance with AD&D
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Employer-Funded HRA VEBA Health Savings
Wellness Program & Rewards
Opportunity for student Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Harward Recreation Center Discounts
Other Great Benefits!

Position Summary

The Economic Development Analyst performs a full range of professional, technical, and administrative duties to support the Economic Development Department's operations, financial processes, and programs. This role handles correspondence, research, billing, and record-keeping with independent judgment under departmental direction. Key focus areas include facilitating efficient procedures, maintaining financial accuracy, and providing analytical support for economic studies and reporting. The position ensures organized, timely processing to prevent backlogs and supports interdepartmental coordination.

Essential Functions

Administrative Processing:

Initiate and coordinate departmental correspondence independently, including drafting using Microsoft Office applications and reviewing for accuracy in line with policies and procedures.
Perform a wide variety of professional-level administrative duties, such as project processing, permitting coordination with City staff, file organization, and maintaining an efficient work environment with clearly marked records for easy access.
Prepare spreadsheets, organize data, respond to surveys, and provide over-the-counter information or assistance to the public on business development or permit-related requests.
Prepare articles for newsletters and handle necessary correspondence for departmental responses.
Keep immediate supervisor and team informed of work progress, potential issues, and suggestions for improvements; communicate and coordinate with others to maximize interdepartmental efficiency.
Ensure all work is completed in a timely manner to avoid backlogs, including adapting to changes in assignments promptly.
Act the Nampa Development Corporation secretary for monthly meetings, support agenda preparation and support material for monthly commission meetings.

Financial Processing And Analysis

Manage quarterly billings for the Business Improvement District (BID); support bookkeeper with monthly financials, treasurer reports, and annual tax filing.
Manage bi-monthly billing for the Wall Street Trash compactor
Work closely with the Downtown Relations and Outreach Coordinator to process AP/AR for Downtown Nampa Association programming
Process Economic Development Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Provide administrative support for the downtown Nampa parking garage, including processing monthly leases and problem solving with contracted customer support call center.
Administer the contractual and financial processing functions of the Nampa Development Corp Downtown Incentive programs
Research and analyze economic development issues, such as legislation, policies, and annual reports; prepare responses to information requests from public/private sectors.
Update and maintain bylaws, policies, or procedural documents as needed.

Act as staff liaison and secretary for the Nampa Arts & Historic Preservation Commission

Additional Functions

Respond to internal and public inquiries courteously and timely on email, phone and other forms of communication.
Cross-train with the Downtown Relations and Outreach Coordinator to provide back-up coverage for essential department functions
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties.

Required Education, Experience, & License/Certifications

Associate degree (required) or Bachelor’s degree (preferred) from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, or a closely related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 5 years in a technical administrative or economic development role, including financial processing experience preferred.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (advanced Excel required), Internet applications, and database/spreadsheet management; ability to learn new technology quickly.
Valid State of Idaho driver’s license.
Must pass City of Nampa background checks, drug testing, reference checks, criminal history, and driving record reviews.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of administrative procedures, economic development finance principles, and basic urban planning terminology/laws.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; ability to manage ambiguity, make timely decisions, and ensure accountability.
Strong written and technical communication skills for reports, correspondence, and presentations.
Proficiency in data analysis, financial tracking, and record-keeping; attention to detail for accuracy.
Ability to exercise independent judgment, prioritize tasks, and collaborate with team members.
Adherence to City core values: integrity, teamwork, excellence; action-oriented with a focus on efficiency.

Work Environment

Primarily office-based sedentary work (sitting most of the time) in an indoor setting.

Essential Physical Abilities

Finger Dexterity: Sufficient finger or manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to efficiently operate a variety of general office equipment and/or machinery.
Speech: Sufficient clarity of speech or other communication ability with or without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to communicate effectively and convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Hearing: Sufficient clarity of hearing with or without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.
Visual Abilities: Sufficient visual acuity or other power of observation with or without accommodation to enable the employee to review a wide variety of materials in electronic or hard copy form and perform activities such as viewing a computer screen; extensive reading.
Physical Strength & Personal Mobility: Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, to enable the employee to maneuver and function in and around an office environment.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. A reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Eeo Statement

The City of Nampa is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Disclaimer

The City has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the City reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the City may deem appropriate.

This position does not qualify for Visa Sponsorship.

Position : 233503

Code : 2026082-1

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Posting Start : 04/06/2026

Posting End : 04/27/2026

SALARY RANGE: $23.56-$30.02

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