Assistant Director of Economic Development

Description

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 07/17/2023 5:00 PM EST

TO APPLY: to view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time. Click here to apply online. 

The Assistant Director performs complex professional work assisting the Economic Development Director with the coordination of business development and retention efforts of the City, such as managing the business visitation program, serving as a liaison to address business problems and concerns, and interfacing with business associations on behalf of the City.

The preferred hiring range for this position is between $81,138.12 – $101,996.00 Annually. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City’s retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

• For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the ‘benefits’ tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.
• The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City’s Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.

The position will manage business retention efforts as well as marketing and communications efforts for the Office of Economic Development (OED) to promote and support investment within the City of Charlottesville. Additionally, the Assistant Director will develop and implement a comprehensive marketing strategy to promote the City to current and potential employers and anchor organizations through business visitation, innovative partnerships and other media. The Assistant Director will also assist with real estate and site development efforts as needed. Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Economic Development.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited college/university in economics, finance, marketing, communications, business/public administration, urban planning, or a related field AND at least 3 years of experience working in economic development, small business initiatives, and/or marketing and events;
• OR An Associate’s Degree or 60 or more college credits AND at least 5 years of experience working in economic development, small business initiatives, and/or marketing and events;
• OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

Special Requirements:

• Requires the possession of an appropriate driver’s license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia and maintain an acceptable driving record according to City of Charlottesville policies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with online Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms, databases, and resources for economic and workforce development or other similar tools preferred.
• Economic development training courses completed through IEDC or OU-EDI; CEcD certification is preferred.

The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Values Diversity at All Levels of its Workforce.

Skills Required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public business administration.
• Thorough knowledge of modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as: word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
• Thorough knowledge of business and technical vocabulary, as well as basic arithmetic and English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Knowledge of modern principles and practices of economic development.
• Knowledge of marketing and financial principles and practices.
• Working knowledge of Federal, State and Local laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities and programs.
• Skill/ability to analyze market data and trends.
• Skill in applying the principles and practices of marketing when attracting, securing and retaining clients.
• Skill in multitasking and be detail orientated.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite products such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to identify key stakeholders and think strategically.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to evaluate opportunities and efficiently formulate methods, procedures, and records.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and communicate with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to interpret and communicate state and local rules and regulations to the general public.
• Ability to effectively communicate ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, employees, and the public.