Economic Development Manager

This recruitment is open until filled.

The first review of applications is anticipated to occur on or aroundMay 7 2025.

Early submissions are encouraged.

WHAT YOULL DO:

• Negotiate and prepare agreements and loan documents for affordable housing and commercial real estate transactions.

• Oversee the management of cityowned real estate assets and enforcement of lease terms.

• Lead the revitalization of key commercial districts which can include facilitating real estate transactions conducting property owner and business outreach and supporting the attraction of new businesses.

• Create and/or implement grant and loan programs that support economic development and/or create affordable housing opportunities.

• Research and prepare complex grant funding applications and proposals.

• Develop internal and external communication tools for sharing information and promoting business within the city.

• Act as a liaison and build strong relationships with local business owners county officials and others in the economic development community.

• Plan manage and oversee the daily operations of the Economic Development Division.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Incumbents may supervise professional paraprofessional and support level staff including conducting performance evaluations coordinating training and implementing hiring discipline and termination procedures or may serve as lead workers assigning and monitoring work completion. Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of issues that would impact achievement of a deadline organizational policy or procedure or inconsideration of risk management.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is distinguished from the Administrative Services Analyst Senior in that it provides staff supervision oversees a major financial function or administrative program having citywide impact or performs complex analysis and/or program administration serving as a designated subject matter expert.

(This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific positionassignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.)

• Performs advanced professional financial managerial and/or operational analysis work; supervises and oversees paraprofessional and professional staff in assigned area; may assist in training staff and serving as a lead worker

• Provides programs management in assigned area; provides analytical support and coordination of special projects as assigned.

• Responds to inquiries from internal and external customers; conducts research audits and/or assessments; provides information guidance and materials in support of designated programs; troubleshoots issues and resolves problems; and provides project staff support liaison services and/or general oversight to designated committees external stakeholders or project teams. Monitors and ensures compliance with policy procedures standards and/or regulations.

• Gathers information analyzes and compiles data identifies requirements and trends and presents findings; prepares updates and maintains records reports presentations and databases.

• Participates in the development implementation monitoring and evaluation of assigned division program and/or project budgets and expenditures. Provides procurement recommendations and assists in purchase acquisitions.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES MIGHT INCLUDE:

Positions assigned tomanagement analysis/program administrationmay be responsible for:

• Providing advanced journeylevel work and staff assistance for the city managers office or in the management of a citywide function;
• Overseeing a department/division budget;
• Coordinating the procurement process;
• Administering contracts;
• Conducting public information and outreach including media relations;
• Supervising department/division support staff;
• Conducting analyses;
• Reviewing and approving expenditures;
• Preparing billings and coordinating receivables;
• Reviewing and/or calculating complex fees;
• Managing politically sensitive and/or highly complex projects;
• Representing the City to the media.

The following are theminimumqualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelors degree in business administration finance accounting or related field

EXPERIENCE:

• Five (5) years of journey level professional experience in area of assignment and two (2) years of supervisory experience

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English both orally and in writing.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs online application.

Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions if required.

Upload resume cover letter proof of degree (transcript) or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state see my resume or see my personnel file are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates that is established from this recruitment may be used to fill other fulltime parttime and temporary assignments as vacancies arise.There is currently one (1) fulltime vacancy within the Housing Department.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP:Positions in this classification are represented by theOxnard Mid Managers Association (OMMA)

NOTE:For most positions the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and webbased enabled tools therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with ongoing work.

Regular and reliable attendance effective communication skills and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the Citys direct deposit plan and are paid on a biweekly basis.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100 all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age marital status medical condition disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT:On the first day of employment new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 as amended. The City participates in EVerify and will provide the federal government with your Form I9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If EVerify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you including terminating your employment. Employers can only use EVerify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I9. For more information on EVerify please contact DHS. you have any questions regarding this recruitment please contactVivian Morales ator (805).