Economic Development Assistant - Limited Duration Position

This position is open until filled with a first review date scheduled forMonday June 23rd.
Priority will be given to candidates who submit their application
on or before Sunday June 22nd at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time.

Required Education and Experience:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
• Three years of progressively responsible experience in economic development planning business administration or a closely related field.
• Bachelors degree in economics urban planning business administration or other specific area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for two (2) years of experience.

• Applicable Federal State and local laws codes and regulations.
• Geographic socio-economic transportation political and other elements related to city economic development.
• Redevelopment and revitalization programs; zoning codes and development fees.
• Economic development principles techniques policies and procedures.
• Practices of researching issues evaluating alternatives making sound recommendations and preparing effective staff reports.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public contractors and City staff in person and over the telephone.

Available Schedule and Commitment:

• Duration:Limited-duration position potentially 6 months or more depending on departmental needs.
• Hours:Up to 24 hours per week with some flexibility in scheduling based on candidate availability and department needs.

• Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall function of the department and organizational goals.
• Demonstrates regular reliable and punctual attendance.
• Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
• Handles job stress and interacts effectively with others in the workplace.
• Fosters an environment that embraces diversity integrity trust and respect.
• Is an integral team player which involves flexibility cooperation and communication.

Business Thinking- Effective performers see the City as a series of integrated and interlocking business processes. They understand general business concepts that govern these systems and their interfaces. They create and/or realign these systems in response to changing needs. They understand that a change in one process can have dramatic and unintended impact across the entire City. They are adept at using these interdependencies to synergistic advantage.

Communicativeness- Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information. They take responsibility for ensuring that their peers and supervisors have the current and accurate information needed for success.

Creativity- Effective performers generate original ideas encourage new ways of thinking explore options and develop innovative solutions. They challenge pre-existing conceptions and offer alternatives. They find new ways to look at old problems. They encourage others to challenge old assumptions and try innovative improvements.

Drive/Energy - Effective performers have a high level of energy and the motivation to sustain it over time. They are ambitious and passionate about their role in the City. They have the stamina and endurance to handle the substantial workload present in todays organizations. They know that a healthy work/life balance is important to sustain energy. They are motivated to maintain a fast pace and continue to produce even in exhausting circumstances.

• Criminal history background investigation
• Clear drug screen following federal law
• Professional reference check

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