The Town of Fountain Hills
(fountainhillsaz.gov) has an exciting full-time job opportunity in the Economic Development Division. With the recent adoption of the Community Economic Development Strategy and Downtown Strategy, the Town is seeking a full-time Economic Development Specialist.
This position is crucial to advancing the Town of Fountain Hills’ economic initiatives and providing essential support to the Economic Development Director in executing a comprehensive economic development program. The position requires professionalism and a strong commitment to representing the Town's values, facilitating effective communication, managing key projects, and engaging with stakeholders. This position requires attention to detail and a proactive approach, ensuring all interactions reflect positively on the Town's mission.
Position will remain open until filled. - First review of applications will be Monday 12/02/2024.
- Applications will be reviewed weekly.
Position Objectives- Assists with programs in economic development activities (i.e., business retention and expansion (BRE); marketing and recruitment; travel/tourism/; downtown/place making/main incentive development/management).
- Creates and assists at the direction of the Director with communications, marketing material and media releases of Economic Development functions through social media, press releases and website maintenance.
- Assist with planning and execution of events for Economic Development.
- Collects, organizes, and analyzes data required in the development and implementation of the Town’s recently adopted Community Economic Development Strategy and Downtown Strategy.
- Participates and promotes ongoing region-wide communication and knowledge on Economic Development issues.
- Receives and responds in a timely manner to citizen requests, complaints, and inquiries.
- Analyzes and compiles economic and demographic data.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Desirable Training and Experience- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Economic Development, Regional Development, Economics, Urban Planning, Public Administration, Marketing, Geography, or related field.
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to Economic Development.
- Knowledge of history, tourist attractions, economic resources, business opportunities and offerings of Fountain Hills.
- Knowledge of geographic layout of Fountain Hills and surrounding areas.
- Ability to communicate the Town’s Economic Development policies effectively
- Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with local businesses and community organizations
- Ability to maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intradepartmental and interdepartmental personnel, as well as external entities with whom position interacts.
- Required to attend and complete the Basic Economic Development Course within the first year of employment. The course will be paid for by the Town.
Valid driver's license for a minimum of two years with a good driving record required.
The Town currently designates this job as a “safety-sensitive position.” Accordingly, the Town requires satisfactory completion of a drug and alcohol screening as a condition of employment.
