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Assistant Executive Director, Economic Development Corporation

4 months ago

Arlington, United States City of Arlington Full time

JOB SUMMARY

:
Under general direction, willlead the business attraction, retention and expansion, innovation, and researchteams in strategic corporate recruitment initiatives to attract headquarters,corporate offices, and emerging technology industries.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Responsible for leading the projects team. Responsible for all internal RFP assignments and managing the full project pipeline as well as providing leadership and guidance to the projects team on process and management of the projects pipeline process.
Attend all board meetings in executive session to present projects to the Arlington Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) Board for consideration.
Manages the development and implementation of department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned service area; establishes, within AEDC policy, appropriate service levels; and allocates resources accordingly.
Acts as official departmental representative to other city departments, City Manager's Office, elected officials, and outside agencies; explains, justifies, and defends department programs, policies, and activities; and negotiates project related incentive and support. Responds to the AEDC Board of Directors, City management and the Mayor and Council regarding economic development and redevelopment projects in person and through written reports when needed.
Responds to and resolves sensitive inquiries and complaints from both internal and external sources. Works with consultants and citizen groups to develop and implement short-term and long-term economic development objectives and programs.
Coordinates assigned activities with other city departments and outside agencies; provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the AEDC Executive Director.
Assesses the local and state economy for strengths and weaknesses to assist in strategy formulation and program development to propose for implementation.
Develops, coordinates, and implements strategies and programs to promote the City of Arlington to outside businesses.
Develops and manages programs to assist new and expanding businesses in obtaining financing and to provide financial incentives to encourage companies to locate in priority areas.
Prepares and implements special strategies and action plans in marketing/promotional efforts for priority areas within the City, often in conjunction with community-based organizations.
Develops and negotiates contracts between the City, private developers, and other governmental entities in major, high profile redevelopment projects, such as mixed-use development, corporate relocations, and office/industrial developments.
Responsible for the limited range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal. Serves as ambassador of the AEDC at conferences, trade shows, trade missions and local events.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

On a nontypical basis, may perform other additional duties not listed in this description that are in alignment with the scope of essential job functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Ability to embrace and embody the City’s efforts “Working Together to Make Arlington Better”—and values of providing outstanding customer service; exceeding expectations in delivering core service and daily operations; diversity, creating positive relationships, and maintaining effective partnerships with the community and organizations; upholding the highest professional and ethical standards; achieving results through planned actions and measurable performance.
Ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties which are often characterized by frequent change.
Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations.
Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including but not limited to:
Printers.
Multi-Channel radio.
Copier.

Ability to operate a personal computer, proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate networking and off-site meetings as well as travel both domestically and internationally.
Ability to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
Ability to calculate, compute, tabulate and summarize data and/or information. Includes the ability to perform subsequent analysis and actions in relation to these computational operations.
Ability to work in an office environment and supporting a team; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates, and customers with respect.
Ability to be resourceful; detail-oriented; proactive; solution-focused; able to work independently; demonstrates strong work ethic.
Ability to build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.  Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Qualifying Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, economic development, urban planning, or in a closely related field.
Five (5) years of experience in oversight or managing projects and programs in urban economic development, economics, business assistance, public facility or infrastructure development, commercial development, public and/or private finance, or workforce development.
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have or obtain Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) or American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification within two (2) years of employment and maintain throughout duration of employment.
Must have a valid Class C Texas Driver License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Ability to lead a team of 3-5 members internal to the AEDC yet at times also include representatives from other City Departments.
Skilled as an all-round senior strategist with strong understanding of economic development principles.
Ability to be comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced, work environment.
Ability to constantly try to explore what’s next in the world of economic development.
Ability to be comfortable with networking and public speaking on a regular basis. Ability to never be satisfied with the status-quo and continually looking to innovate.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Master's degree
Knowledge of Software programs (Salesforce/EDOiQ/HubSpot, Gazelle AI, Sharp Spring).
Use and management of a Customer Relationship Management (CRM).

Employment Screenings Required:

Criminal Background Check
Drug & Alcohol Testing
Motor Vehicle Record Review (MVR)