Existing Industries Coordinator

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Responsibilities

• Works with the Executive Director to gain a general understanding of all initiatives within the Economic Development Agency allowing this position to represent the Agency in the Executive Director’s absence.
• Leads Workforce Development and GEAR initiatives under the direction of the Special Projects Director.
• Works with the Executive Director and/or Special Projects Director to design and produce marketing materials promoting the community to potential business and industry. Cultivates strong relationships with key Workforce Development partners including, but not limited to Employers, Sumner County Schools, Vol State Community College, TCAT’s, and TNECD.
• Develops creative solutions to improve the effectiveness of the existing industry support program.
• Conducts existing industry visits, identifies expansion opportunities, and develops programming in support of local industry.
• Completes in-depth research and utilizes analysis skills for gathering information.
• Coordinates working groups and meetings.
• Maintains up-to-date existing industry records.
• Represents the Agency, and city when appropriate, at workforce development events, Job Fairs, related Sumner County School and local college events. Responsibility includes designing and ordering promotional materials as needed.
• Maintains and updates the Economic Development Agency’s website and social media telecommunications.
• Maintains and tracks budget expenses and detailed budgetary documentation.
• Performs routine office duties, including but not limited to P-Card reconciliation, ordering supplies, answering phone calls, etc.
• Completes diverse administrative tasks including; appointment management, meeting and presentation preparation and database management, while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Arrange travel needs (including but not limited to hotel, air and registrations) for the agency.
• Attend conferences, which may require occasional overnight travel.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to work in a cooperative manner with others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associates degree. 
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred. 
• Must have at least five (5) years recent work experience in a related capacity.
• TNCEcD or CEcD certification is preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to thoroughly understand the organization and functions of the department, with the ability to perform general administrative duties in adherence to policies and practices set forth by the Board of Directors and the City of Gallatin.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships within and outside of the agency.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to demonstrate creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to perform and organize work independently.
• Advanced computer skills with a thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Advanced experience working with Bludot, Salesforce, or similar other CRM software.
• Must have Social media and marketing experience.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer/constituent focus.
• Ability to track and maintain budget expenses.
• Experience in event organization, including arranging venues, catering and audio/visual needs.
• Knowledge of trade-shows.
• Ability to assist in response to RFI’s and various client development activities.
• A strong and thorough understanding of the English language and excellent proofreading skills.

The City of Gallatin is a drug-free equal opportunity employer, with policies of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, or political affiliation.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.