Community Engagement Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Saginaw, Michigan, United States City of Saginaw, MI Full time
Salary: $60, $66,456.00 Annually

Location: Saginaw, MI

Job Type: Full Time

Department: Inspections and Neighborhood Services

Division: Inspections and Neighborhood Services Department

Description

The Community Development Specialist plays a crucial role in fostering the growth and prosperity of both businesses and residents within the City of Saginaw. This position is primarily dedicated to supporting local and regional efforts in community enhancement, economic development, and strategic planning. Furthermore, the role includes providing essential administrative and planning assistance to the Director of Planning & Economic Development.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Support the Director in executing economic development and planning initiatives, which encompass budget formulation, neighborhood planning, marketing key sites, grant proposal writing, capital improvement planning, riverfront development, master planning, community outreach, and overall project management.
  2. Work in collaboration with the Urban Planner to develop recommendations and reports for various commissions and councils regarding planning, development reviews, and related matters.
  3. Offer daily internal support for planning and economic development operations.
  4. Conduct both short-term and long-term research on planning, development, market trends, housing, and other pertinent issues.
  5. Lead or assist in the creation of plans, strategies, and analyses.
  6. Investigate additional funding opportunities for local and regional governmental projects and prepare applications as directed.
  7. Perform community and demographic research utilizing Placerai.
  8. Execute other related duties as necessary.
Qualifications
  1. Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or a related discipline, emphasizing communication, social science, public administration, finance, economics, or marketing.
  2. Two to five years of experience in city planning, economic development, or small business support.
  3. Prior experience in grant writing and project management is preferred.
  4. Proven research and analytical skills, ideally with experience using Placerai.
  5. Familiarity with Michigan Economic Development Incentives, Tax Increment Financing laws, zoning regulations, and other relevant ordinances.
  6. Knowledge of ArcGIS is advantageous.
  7. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  9. Ability to conduct public hearings and understand basic public and administrative hearing procedures.
  10. Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license.
  11. Capacity to represent the City at various meetings, which may require extended hours and evening availability.
Additional Information
  1. Operate a city vehicle.
  2. Conduct field inspections of sites and developed properties outside of the office.
  3. Participate in community meetings beyond City Hall.
The City of Saginaw is dedicated to hiring individuals authorized to work in the United States. All applicants must provide proof of their eligibility to work in the U.S. as mandated by federal law. The City of Saginaw does not sponsor visas for employment.

The City of Saginaw is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

The City of Saginaw provides a competitive benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental and vision insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off.

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