Small Business and Public Space Manager
Small Business and Public Space Manager
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Job Description
Come Join the City of Bellevue!
Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more.
New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint however we may go slightly higher based on experience internal equity and market.
Job Summary
The City of Bellevue Development Services Department isseekinga selfmotivated forwardthinking person to join our team.In this position you will manage a program that streamlines cross departmental processes for small businesses and public space events to drive economic engagement. You will also act as a dedicated point of contact to provide a clear and predictable approval process for clients and reduce barriers of participation.
In this role you will also serve asaprojectcase managertoprovidean understandable and predictable permitting process for qualifying program participants.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs duties and responsibilitiescommensuratewith assigned functional area within aCitydepartment which may include but are not limited to any combination of the following tasks:
Works closely with department leadership andstakeholderstoestablishstrategic direction forthe Development Services small business and public space activation permitassistanceprogram.This includes defining the program goals andobjectives;establishingmethods and means of accomplishing programobjectives; and implementing policies and procedures.
Oversees the development of public involvement processesandcommunity outreachto support program development and ongoing continuous improvement.
Directs and reviews the program work plan; assigns work activities and projects; monitors workflow.Acts as afunctional lead for crossdepartmentalprojects.
Develops and implements systems to track andmonitorprograms performance measures related to program/projectobjectives goals scheduleandoverallprogrambudget.
Selects consultantsnegotiatesand executes consultants agreements andmonitorsconsultant progress and expenditures by providing technical guidance and review of consultants deliverables.
Provides project management for qualifying program participantsthroughout the permitting life cycle.This mayinclude:actingas a liaison tofacilitatecontinuity between the permit review and inspection processproactiveissue spotting andcollaborative issue resolution or proposing policy changes to reduce barriers..
Establishes andmaintainsa working environment conducive to positive morale individual style quality creativity and teamwork; selectstrainsand evaluates staff.
Makes reports and presentations on program to City Council other agencies citizens and business groups.
Leads internal teams related toprogram;coordinates withappropriate Citydepartments and other employees.
Participates in local regional and State groups commissionscommitteesandsimilaras needed; serves as the Citys representative to said groups.
Supervision Received and Exercised:
Works under general supervision.Expected to work and problem solve independently.
Supervises program staffprogram administrators and support staffand adds as a lead for multifunctional teams.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills Abilities and Competencies
Experience implementing creative solutions to complexproblems.
Ability to analyzeand use critical thinking skills to understand systems and processesand understand customer needs and how to achieve targeted outcomes for success.Ability to connect with a wide variety of stakeholders and synthesize feedback into a successful program that meets desired outcomes.
Ability toinclusively and effectivelyimplementchangeincontinuously evolvingsituations.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public sector organization and program operations; knowledge of projects management including planning scheduling monitoring and problem solving; knowledge of the methods and procedures of budget development and control; considerable knowledge of City state and federal laws and regulation relevant to the program area as well as departmental policies and procedures.
Knowledgeof or ability to learn process ofobtainingor issuingpermits and approvalsfrom a local government agency including navigating complex regulatory requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to work with the media and the public; ability to communicate to various groups withdifferencesin age language culture education level and technical knowledge.
Ability to effectively plan assign and direct a work program including evaluating the work of other staff. Ability toestablishand maintain effective working relationships with the public other governmentaljurisdictionsstakeholderscustomersand other City staff.
Ability to provide leadership counselmotivationand constructive performance reviews to staff securing their respective commitments to the programs goals.
Ability to prepare informative financial reports and deliver persuasive succinct presentations to senior management elected officials and community groups as.
EducationandExperience
Graduation from an accredited fouryear college or university with a degree inbusinessmarketingeconomicsor a related field or equivalent is preferred
Five or more years of progressively responsible related experience inproject/program managementownershipor operation of a businessas well as supervisory experience is necessary.
Or any equivalent combination of education experience and training that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Work involves walking talking hearing using hands to handle feel oroperateobjects tools or controls and reach with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee maybe requiredto push pull lift and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quietin the office and moderately loud in the field.
HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.- Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
- We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.
- Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
- All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.
- Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employment
- Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.
At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.
Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office ator .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.The City of Bellevue participates in the EVerify program. Learn more about the EVerify program.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
