Economic Development Specialist

Sumter County Economic Development • Full-time • Wildwood, FL, US • 3w ago

Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Advanced specialized work providing support to the Economic Development Director. Provides administrative and technical support in the administration of all activities of Economic Development, including business retention and expansion, business recruitment, and property development/redevelopment.

Essential Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Assist in the preparation of regular status reports for the County Administrator regarding economic development activities and opportunities.
Monitors the progress of economic development programs and various local economic indicators.
Supports the Economic Development Director in recruiting and retaining targeted industry in Sumter County.
Maintains the site inventory database for all industrial and other designated property.
Prepares and submits regular informative communications with existing targeted industries per the direction of the Economic Development Director.
Conduct regular site visits to county businesses and targeted industries to monitor business needs per the direction of the Economic Development Director.
Gathers statistics, reports, and exhibits. Researches and analyzes data. Makes presentations and recommendations to the Economic Development Director.
Maintains the content of the websites for Economic Development, tourism, and the Industrial Development Authority.
Assist the Economic Development Director with short and long-range strategic and marketing plans.
In case of an emergency or crisis situation (hurricane, flood, etc.), the position must respond/perform recovery duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Maintains regular physical attendance during normal work hours as assigned at one of the county's offices or work facilities with the ability to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.)

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of economic development functions and organization
Knowledge of business English, spelling, and punctuation
Knowledge and experience with comprehensive planning and land development regulations, policies, rules, and statutes to operate at a proficient level
Skill in typing, filing, and records research techniques
Skill in the use of computers and various office equipment
Ability to acquire sufficient knowledge of the processing of applications for development approval and permitting and of development inspections to operate at a proficient level
Ability to read site plans and legal descriptions, to use a variety of maps and map scales, interpret map data, and convey that information to the public
Ability to read and prepare a variety of forms and documents using the proper format
Ability to understand and follow complex policies, laws, and directives
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with government officials, division directors, department heads, employees, business professionals, and the general public
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to follow through on designated tasks
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to multi-task within an environment of shifting priorities and deadlines

Education And Experience

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or closely related field
Two (2) years’ experience in a progressively responsible position in economic development, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field

Licenses, Certifications, Or Registrations

Valid Florida Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the insurance provider
Must possess or obtain the required National Incident Management System (NIMS) certifications within six (6) months of employment

Supplemental Information

Essential Physical Skills

Acceptable vision (with or without correction)
Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)
Ability to operate a motor vehicle
Ability to access file cabinets for filing and retrieval of data
Ability to communicate using speech, hearing, and vision skills
Ability to enter data into a computer

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Works inside in an office environment
Works outside for field inspections and site visits periodically

Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

FLSA Non - Exempt Status

Reviewed 10/01/2024

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Sumter County employees with full-time status are eligible to receive medical, dental, short-term disability, and life insurance benefits. Vision, dependent coverage, and additional voluntary insurance benefits are available through payroll deduction at the employee’s expense. Sumter County participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and contributes based on current legislative requirements. Additional benefits include 11 Paid Holidays, paid time off (PTO), and educational assistance reimbursement.

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Did you graduate from an accredited high school or have an acceptable equivalency diploma?

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Did you graduate from an accredited college or university with an Associate's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or closely related field?

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Do you have two (2) years' experience in a progressively responsible position in economic development, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field?