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Job Title: Economic Development Associate Department: Economic Development Posting Date: July 22, 2024 Closing Date for Resumes/Applications: Open Until Filled Salary: $67,843.53- $94,980.95 Comprehensive, Cost Effective Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Voluntary Vision, Life and Disability Insurance; FSA; HSA; Retirement and Deferred Compensation programs; Paid Vacation; Paid Holidays; Employee Assistance Programs and Educational Benefits. Exempt/Non-exempt: Exempt Status: Full time The purpose of this position is to identify and attract economic growth opportunities through proactive prospecting of prime targets; establishing working relationships with commercial brokers, real estate developers, corporate decision makers, site selectors, and business owners; and providing timely information and assistance that leads directly to the attraction of new businesses, creation of jobs and capital investment in the community. Additionally, this position will work with existing businesses on expansion and retention efforts. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Organizes and conducts the Department's business attraction program through proactive outreach and relationship building with commercial brokers, developers, site locators, and business decision makers. Works with existing business owners on expansion and retention plans. Participates in marketing trips and events organized by the state, regional and/or local economic development partners. Works directly with the Economic Development Director to identify potential buildings and sites for new development. Designs brochures, PowerPoint presentations, and marketing materials. Assists with the assessment of the effectiveness of the Department's local and national marketing/advertising campaigns. Plans special events: Designs invitations and coordinates venues, vendors, speakers, tours, awards, presentations and press releases. Researches and maintains data for projects and reports. Responds to requests for information and concerns of businesses in absence of director; updates director; determines if action of director is required. Serves as Administrator of Economic Development website; and updates Department page of City website. Works on special projects as assigned. Minimum Training and Experience Required: A Bachelor's Degree in Economic Development, Public Administration, Business, or related field from an accredited college or university. Two years of professional level experience working in economic development, real estate, commercial marketing, or closely related field. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted. Possession of an ability to obtain a valid driver's license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Complexity/Scope of Work: The work consists of varied specialized duties including multiple priorities, complexities, and deadlines in support of the City's business recruitment and economic development functions. Due to the small size of the Department, extensive teamwork and cross-training is required with the other positions. Physical Demands/Work Environment: The work varies between working in the office, conducting business visits in the community, attending business related meetings, and attending various economic development related events/functions. In-office operations include computer work, phone calls, data management, and paperwork. Outside of the office includes meetings with businesses, property owners, realtors and/or developers on location and attending various economic development-related events. How to Apply: Online employment applications can be accessed on our City Website: The City of Saint Charles is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify #J-18808-Ljbffr

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