Economic Development Coordinator

Position Objectives:

This position is responsible for developing and implementing economic development programs for the city with the goal of business retention, expansion, attraction of job growth and tax base expansion.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develops, recommends, and implements strategies, policies, and programs supporting the City’s overall economic development goals and objectives.

Develops strategies for attracting and retaining desired businesses, as directed by the Economic Development Authority. Coordinates marketing and promotional activities aimed at attracting new economic and investment in the city.

Assists and advises business locating or expanding in the city by being a key point of contact. Assists businesses in understanding and anticipating requirements of applicable city codes, the Comprehensive Plan, and other development processes. Coordinates and manages projects through a variety of required land use and building approvals. Works with prospects and a various city departments to develop project-specific timelines for proposed projects.

Assisting in negotiation and implementation of development agreements, including tax increment financing, tax abatement contracts, and other state and federal programs as applicable. 

Administers local economic development assistance programs, such as loan grant programs.

Identifies potential grant and loan opportunities, and other funding sources, for local Economic development projects and makes applications for them. Serves as staff to the Jackson Economic Development Authority, and other appropriate organizations, committees, and commissions as directed.

Works closely with the area Chamber of Commerce, Minnesota Marketing Partnership, the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and other groups to ensure a coordinated effort towards business attraction, development, and redevelopment.

Conducts regular reviews of City Business and development-related policies, regulations, and fees to ensure the city’s competitiveness in the marketplace and a culture of business-friendly operations.

Develops and maintains positive relationships with city staff, members of advisory Commissions and committees, business owners, property owners, developers, lending institutions, and related organizations.

Responds to general inquiries for information on available land, buildings, development opportunities, or proposals for development within the city and facilitates the availability of such information via the city’s website and other communication mediums.

Attends local business meetings and events and takes other appropriate steps to maintain a positive working relationship with the local business community.

Prepares a variety of written memos, reports, and studies as required.

Takes the initiative to perform other related duties as apparent or assigned.

 

Desirable Training and Experience:

Desirable Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance, Economic
Development, or a related field; three years of related work experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Minimum Qualifications:
Five or more years experience of economic development experience, experience interacting with local government entities. Knowledge of municipal development processes. International Economic Development Council certification (CEcD), National Economic Development Council Certification (EDEP) or working towards those certifications.

Benefits:

Salary Range: $75,000 to $100,000 annually depending on qualifications.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
To Be considered for this position, an
application packages must include:
1.  Cover Letter
2.  Resume
3.  Completed City Application
4.  Copies of all relevant certifications

 

This Position Is Open Until Filled
Applications will be reviewed and considered on an ongoing basis.

More Information:

SEND APPLICATION PACKAGES TO
Jackson City Administrator
80 W. Ashley Street
Jackson, MN 56143