ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ANALYST

FUTURE SALARY INCREASES:

• Effective July 1, 2024, 3% Cost of Living Adjustment
• Effective July 1, 2025, 3% Cost of Living Adjustment

INCENTIVES FOR NEW EMPLOYEES:

• Sign on Bonus - $2,000
• 40 hours of sick leave for immediate use

FUTURE INCENTIVES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:

• Employees employed as of July 1, 2024 will receive a $2,000 lump sum
• Employees employed as of July 1, 2025 will receive a $2,000 lump sum

• Plans, organizes and conducts analyses related to the implementation of varied economic programs and projects.
• Assists in the creation and implementation of programs to encourage the attraction, expansion, and formation of new and existing employers within the community.
• Identifies assistance needed by developers, businesses, or the general community, such as marketing, business establishment and financial resources.
• Assists in developing and implementing marketing and business attraction strategies for the City, including written and electronic publications, newsletters, brochures, maps and presentations.
• Monitors and updates marketing materials, website and other social media applications.
• Researches and prepares grant applications. Determines analytical techniques and information-gathering processes, and obtains required information and data for analyses.
• Coordinates events and meetings.
• Identifies existing inventory of available land, building and facilities for recruitment and retention of business within the City; manage online database of available property.
• Coordinates with City departments to facilitate zoning, permitting, licensing and other issues.
• Assists non-profit organizations to implement programs and projects, including preparing loan documents, conducting environmental assessments, and ensuring all applicable federal requirements are met.
• Conducts research regarding economic and/or housing conditions and trends in the local area; makes recommendations for programs and activities based upon this research.
• Prepares a variety of periodic, progress and special reports.
• Assists in preparing and monitoring program and project budgets for the department.
• Coordinates activities with those of other departments; confers with other department staff regarding assigned projects.
• Represents the City in meetings with representatives of business and community organizations, governmental agencies and the public.
• Monitors legislation and developments related to economic development and/or affordable housing matters; evaluates their impact on City operations and programs and recommends and implements policy and procedural improvements.
• Develops and utilizes computer applications to assist with analytical studies and departmental projects.

• Must possess a valid California Class "C" driver's license. 
• Must be willing to attend meetings outside of normal working hours. 

• Principles, practices and techniques of economic development, marketing, and financing methods available for economic growth;
• Federal, state and local laws and regulations affecting economic development and/or housing programs and activities;
• Laws, provisions and ordinances affecting planning, zoning and development;
• Principles of grant applications and proposal preparation;
• Principles, practices and methods of administrative and organizational analysis;
• Business computer user applications, particularly as related to statistical analysis, marketing and data management;
• Financial/statistical/comparative analysis techniques and formulae;
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and
• Basic budgetary principles and practices. 

• Analyzing complex issues and problems, evaluating alternatives and recommending practical solutions;
• Coordinating multiple projects and meeting critical deadlines;
• Organizing and preparing effective grant applications and proposals;
• Interpreting and applying complex rules, regulations, laws and ordinances;
• Preparing, administering and monitoring project budgets;
• Providing technical assistance and staff leadership to boards and commissions within assigned function;
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work;
• Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials;
• Web content management; and
• Maintaining accurate records and files. 

• Mobility - Frequent sitting for long periods of time while operating a keyboard required; occasional standing and walking for long periods of time;
• Lifting - Occasional lifting of 10 pounds or less;
• Vision - Constant use of overall visual capabilities; frequent need for use of color perception, hand/eye coordination, reading and/or close up work;
• Dexterity - Frequent holding, grasping, repetitive motion and writing;
• Hearing/Talking - Constant hearing and talking of normal speech in person and on the telephone;
• Special Requirements - May require occasional weekend or evening work;
• Emotional/Psychological - Constant concentration and decision making; frequent public contact; occasional working alone and traveling;
• Environmental Conditions - Occasional exposure to noise and outdoor conditions; and
• Working Conditions - Typically moderately quiet, but may be loud at times and at some locations.

Salary : $6,328 - $8,125