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Economic Development Specialist

City of Rowlett, Texas • Full-time • Rowlett, Texas 75088, United States • $56.95k - $85.43k / year • 5d ago

Target Hiring Range: $56,953 - $64,071

Full Pay Range: $56,953 - $85,429

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday OR Tuesday - Friday, 7:30am - 5:30pm

3-day weekends Friday - Sunday OR Saturday - Monday

Attends various meetings in the evenings as necessary.

Benefits at the City of Rowlett Include:

4-day work week
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance (2x salary up to $150,000)
Long-term and short-term disability
Flexible spending account
20-year retirement plan with the Texas Municipal Retirement System
5-year vesting and a 2:1 City match
Vacation – 2 weeks during the first year, 3 weeks after the first year
Sick leave – 2 weeks per year
Employee Assistance Program
Longevity pay

Position Overview:

Under general direction, the Economic Development Specialist is responsible for assisting in the planning, implementation, and coordination of economic development programs and the achievement of the City’s goals. This position supports the City’s Economic Development Strategic Plan by performing a variety of professional duties, including managing programs that promote business retention, expansion, and recruitment. The specialist will provide essential research, marketing, and administrative support to meet the City’s economic development objectives. Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions

Business Retention & Expansion: Develop, manage, and maintain programs to retain and expand existing businesses and industries. Conduct face-to-face visits with local businesses, survey their needs, serve as a liaison between businesses and City departments, and follow up on requests to ensure business satisfaction and support.
Business Recruitment: Assist in recruitment efforts, including responding to industry-specific RFPs/RFIs, planning and executing company site visits, conducting available real estate searches, and participating in marketing and networking opportunities.
Marketing & Communications: Assist with the City’s web-based, print, and social media marketing programs, conducting periodic reviews and maintaining content for websites
Collaboration & Partnerships: Serve as a liaison for regional and local organizations and associations, interacting with various City departments to collaborate on development projects and ensure timely permitting and project execution.
Communications Initiatives: Work with the City’s Community Engagement Department and external marketing consultants to develop communications initiatives that promote the City’s image and inform the business community.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, Economics, Public Administration, or a related field (Master’s Degree preferred). Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in economic development, real estate, or downtown management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Professional certification in Economic Development (e.g., Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) or Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP)) is preferred.

Other Requirements

Valid driver's license. Must have and maintain a good driving record in accordance with the driving standards as established by the City of Rowlett. Must report all traffic citations to his/her departmental Director or his/her designee within two working days of receipt. Flexible working hours, including some evenings and weekends, may be required.

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