Job Description

Economic Development Director Support

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, property development/redevelopment, and affordable housing.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Assist in the preparation of regular status reports for the County Administrator regarding economic development activities and opportunities.

2. Monitor the progress of economic development programs and various local economic indicators.

3. Support the Economic Development Director in recruiting and retaining targeted industry in Sumter County.

4. Maintain the site inventory database for all industrial and other designated property.

5. Prepare and submits regular informative communications with existing targeted industries per the direction of the Economic Development Director.

6. Conduct regular site visits to county businesses and targeted industries to monitor business needs per the direction of the Economic Development Director.

7. Gather statistics, reports, and exhibits. Researches and analyzes data. Makes presentations and recommendations to the Economic Development Director.

8. Maintain the content of the websites for Economic Development, tourism, and the Industrial Development Authority.

9. Serve as the backup to the Housing Coordinator.

10. Assist the Economic Development Director with short and long-range strategic and marketing plans.

11. In case of an emergency or crisis situation (hurricane, flood, etc.), the position must respond/perform recovery duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

12. Maintain 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.

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.

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