DEFINITION

Under general administrative direction, to plan, direct, manage, and oversee the activities and operations of the Economic Development Department; to coordinate assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the respective Department Head.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Exercises direct supervision over management, supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support staff.

Examples Of Important And Essential Duties

Assume full management responsibility for all services and activities of the Economic Development Department, including preparation and administration of the City’s Economic Development programs.

Assume full management responsibility for all services and activities of the Perris Community Economic Development Corporation programs; coordinate and ensure proper posting of meeting agendas; advise Board on personnel, finance, and programming issues; coordinate preparation of Federal and State filings.

Manage the development and implementation of Economic Development Department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned service area; establish, within City policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; allocate resources accordingly.

Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement; direct the implementation of changes.

Represent the Economic Development Department to other City departments, elected officials and outside agencies; explain and interpret the Department programs, policies, and activities; negotiate and resolve sensitive, significant, and controversial issues.

Select, train, motivate and evaluate Economic Development Department personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.

Plan, direct, coordinate, and review the work plan for the Economic Development Department, including City real estate, property management, and workforce development programs; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.

Manage and participate in the development and administration of the Economic Development Department annual budgets; direct the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; direct the monitoring of and approve expenditures; direct and implement adjustments as necessary.

Provide responsible staff assistance to the City Manager and/or Assistant City Manager; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.

Develop and review staff reports related to economic development; present reports to the City Council, and other commissions, committees, and boards; perform a variety of public relations and outreach work related to economic development activities.

Conduct a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommend modifications to economic development programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.

Develop marketing and promotion programs and materials to enhance the implementation of economic development activities; develop and implement programs to ensure economic revitalization in the City and the City’s business district.

Review and analyze economic development and housing programs for compliance with City regulations and policies.

Prepare and coordinate the preparation and/or review of written materials on projects including economic development agreements, participation agreements, leases, maps, progress reports, and City Council staff reports.

Prepare and monitor real estate and development project schedules and coordinate implementation of the project through completion.

Monitor and forecast real estate and development fiscal and economic activity impact.

Direct the development and ongoing administration of workforce development initiatives, including relationship building with private industry to understand recruitment and training needs on an ongoing basis.

Attend public hearings; advise the City Council on economic development activities; confer with City officials as well as the public on City economic development activities.

Participate on a variety of boards and commissions; attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of economic development.

Research, prepare, administer, and implement grants.

Prepare RFP’s and RFQ’s for consultant projects, studies, and the sale and development of land.

Market and manage City owned properties; administer assigned contracts.

Research and calculate property values.

Provide staff assistance to the respective Assistant City Manager; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.

Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.

Other Job Related Duties

Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge Of

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Organization and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of economic development services, programs, policies, and operational needs.

Principles and practices of public relations.

Advanced principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.

Advanced real estate principles and practices. California real estate law and relocation assistance law.

Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Techniques for dealing effectively representing the City in contracts with government agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations.

Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment.

Safe driving principles and practices.

Skill To

Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software.

Operate a motor vehicle safely.

Ability To

Provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for the Economic Development Department.

Develop, implement, and administer goals, objectives, and procedures for providing effective and efficient economic development services.

Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of management, supervisory, professional, technical, maintenance, and administrative support personnel; delegate authority and responsibility.

Interpret and explain City economic policies and procedures.

Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.

Identify and respond to community and City Council issues, concerns, and needs.

Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of department goals.

Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.

Prepare and administer large and complex budgets; allocate limited resources in a cost effective manner.

Evaluate and recommend proposals, bids and projects.

Prepare clear and concise administrative reports.

Interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to economic development programs and functions.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within the general policy, procedural and legal guidelines.

Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Ten (10) years of local government experience, including seven (7) years of responsible economic development and/or related experience and five (5) years of management and supervisory experience.

Training

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is desirable.

License Or Certificate

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license and insurability at regular rates for the City’s automobile insurance.

Special Requirements

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:

Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to travel to different sites and locations.

Holidays: The City currently observes fifteen (15) days per year.

Vacation Hours: Accrual of eight (8) hours of vacation per month of service for years one (1) through five (5) of employment (maximum of 540 hours accrual).

Paid Leave: Eight (8) hours of sick leave per month of service (maximum of 460 hours accrual). Other leaves provided include bereavement (up to 5 days) and jury duty leave.

Administrative Leave: Twelve (12) days per year.

Health Benefits: The City shall pay the median amount of all medical insurance offered for medical insurance premiums (currently $2,408.95 per month) employee and dependents.

Dental Insurance: The City's dental plan pays up to two ($200) dollars per month of the premium for either the Dental HMO or PPO.

Life Insurance: The City shall contribute the full amount of the premium of the life insurance policy for employees at the cost of two (2) times the employee's annual base salary.

Flexible Spending Savings Account: The City provides a pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical expenses and a pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for dependent care expenses.

Long Term Disability: The City shall contribute the full amount of the premium of a group long-term disability insurance policy.

Vision: The City provides vision-care reimbursement up to eight hundred fifty ($850) dollars.

Retirement: Retirement benefits shall be provided at 2% @ 60 PERS retirement formula for existing CalPERS members or 2% @ 62 for new members (pursuant to the City's contract with PERS and as required by law). The employee is responsible for the full member contribution.

Deferred Compensation: The City will match the employee's deposits up to six (6%) percent of the total salary in a Deferred Compensation Plan.

Car Allowance: Employees will be eligible for a five hundred ($500) dollar allowance per month for those who do not have a City provided vehicle.

Education Reimbursement: The Educational reimbursement program shall consist of full reimbursement up to the limit of three thousand ($3,000.00) dollars per fiscal year, per eligible employee and preauthorization by the City Manager's Office.

Master’s Degree Incentive Program: Affected Employee who holds a verified Master’s degree from an Accredited University will be eligible to receive a seven (7%) percent incentive pay to their annual salary.

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The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in an assessment or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration. Responses such as, "see resume" or "see application" will not replace questions requested to be answered.

Yes, I understand and agree
No, I do not agree

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Do you have ten (10) years of local government experience, including seven (7) years of responsible economic development and/or related experience?

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How many years of local government experience do you possess?

Less than 1 year
1-3 years
4-6 years
7-10 years
10+ years
None

04

How many years of responsible economic development and/or related experience do you possess?

Less than 1 year
1-3 years
4-6 years
7 + years
None

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Do you have five (5) years of management and supervisory experience?

06

How many years of supervisory experience do you have within economic development?

Less than 1 year
1-2 years
3-4 years
5 + years
None

07

Which types of government agencies have you worked for? (Check all that apply)

City
County
State or Federal Government
Public Education
Tribal Government
Non-Profit
Not Applicable

08

Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in in public administration, business administration, or a related field?

09

Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed:

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Doctorate Degree
None of the above

10

Do you possess an appropriate, valid driver’s license and insurability at regular rates for the City’s automobile insurance?

Yes
No
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