Departmental Promotional Only Economic Development Coordinator County Administrative Office

Please note:

• This is a departmental promotional recruitment. Departmental promotional recruitments are only open to permanent status County employees that are currently employed within the vacant positions department.

• Provide leadership and supervision to Humboldt Workforce Coalition and workforce development staff to ensure effective service delivery adherence to policies and procedures and alignment with County and Workforce Development Board priorities.
• Coordinate and oversee WIOA program implementation ensuring operational efficiency regulatory compliance and achievement of performance and service goals.
• Support the Program Manager/Director and Executive Director of the HCWDB in developing implementing and evaluating workforce initiatives budgets and strategic plans that advance Countywide economic and workforce objectives.
• Facilitate interagency and regional collaboration among employers education and training providers and partner organizations to strengthen workforce pipelines and promote sustainable economic growth.
• Lead process improvement and accountability efforts by monitoring operations analyzing data preparing reports and recommending policy or program enhancements to improve overall system performance.

Directs and participates in planning developing monitoring and implementing a variety of programs and/or projects related to economic development infra-structure housing and related areas of need.
Directs and participates in feasibility studies marketing analysis financing research needs assessments labor market and other data and community needs; interprets data; prepares reports and recommendations.
Administers economic development programs which may be funded by one or more public and/or private funding sources; monitors grants and contracts for compliance with pertinent regulations and to ensure that goals are met; prepares financial statements and quarterly reports.
Evaluates and recommends economic development projects; administers loan programs; recommends projects and loans for funding; prepares reports and makes presentations to applicable boards and commissions.
Conducts public meetings receives input provides information compiles data and prepares reports
Prepares budgets monitor expenditures prepares a variety of routine and special financial reports.
Acts as lead or chairperson for a variety of economic development committees and boards; prepares or directs the preparation of meeting agendas supporting documents and staff reports as required.
Maintains liaison with other County departments State agencies cities and community groups; may represent the County Administrative Officer or Director of Community
Development Services in meetings as assigned.
Assists cities districts and other agencies in identifying economic development needs and developing strategies and programs; provides technical assistance program evaluation and assistance to others as needed.
Identifies and evaluates potential funding sources for economic development activities; prepares grant applications.
Responsible for the development and preparation of a Countywide Economic Development Plan and Redevelopment Program.
Participates in the hiring of staff; trains staff in department procedures; evaluates employee performance counsels employees and effectively recommends disciplinary and other personnel actions.

Knowledge of:

• Principles practices and methods used in economic development planning and administrative and budgetary analysis.
• Applicable State Federal and local laws and regulations.
• Sources of funding for economic development redevelopment and community development activities.
• Business computer applications particularly as relating to statistical analysis.
• Principles and practices of budget development and administration.
• Current literature and trends in the field of economic development planning.
• Principles and practices of supervision.

• Analyzing complex administrative and economic problems evaluating alternatives and reaching a sound conclusion.
• Collecting evaluating and interpreting information and data.
• Preparing applications for funding.
• Preparing comprehensive reports correspondence and other written materials.
• Administering Federal and State grants and contracts.
• Interpreting and applying laws regulations policies and procedures.
• Representing the County effectively in meetings with other agencies community groups and the public.
• Exercising sound judgment within established policy guidelines.
• Coordinating multiple projects and meeting critical deadlines.
• Maintaining accurate files and records.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HOW TO APPLY

A complete original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for.Applicants must apply online through the Countys automated application system at must be submitted no later than the final filing date and time listed on the job flyer.

It is important that your application shows all the relevant education and experience you possess. Human Resources staff does not consider or review resumes or attachments. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

Please read the job requirements section of the announcement. Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process.

Your performance in any employment examinations will be compared with the performance of others who take the tests. The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

The County utilizes a set of rules to ensure that our hiring processes are fair and equitable. Applications will be screened and those considered qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received the selection process may consist of additional application screening written and/or practical exam(s) oral interview or any combination thereof.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does it take to fill out the application

Can I change my application after submitting it

How long until I hear back from you and how can I check for updates on my application

Will I be informed if I am not selected for an interview / Oral Exam

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Research indicates that individuals in protected classes can be less likely to submit a job application. The County of Humboldt is dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace where our employees are free to bring their full selves to work each day in an environment that allows them to reach their full potential. The County Board of Supervisors has made organizational commitments to Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and the County is working to ensure that these commitments are reflected in all we do. The County recognizes that certain populations (BIPOC Disabled Persons Veterans LGBTQIA community members etc.) face systemic and structural challenges which may inhibit their ability to satisfy every requirement of the recognition of these structural and systemic factors the Human Resources Department understands that experience can be gained in many ways oftentimes outside of formal institutions and strives to take a holistic approach in assessing an applicants qualifications for a position.

If youre excited about this role but your past work experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we strongly encourage you to apply.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The County of Humboldt is committed to providing equal access and opportunities in its programs activities and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of mental or physical disabilities. The Human Resources Department is located in the Humboldt County Courthouse which has an accessible entrance on 4th Street. Accessible parking is available adjacent to the 4th Street entrance and on the 4th Street side of the K Street lot. Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. If invited to an examination and you are in need of a reasonable accommodation please contact Human Resources immediately at so arrangements can be made.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The county is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race religion or religious creed color age sex sexual orientation national origin ancestry marital status medical condition mental or physical disability military service or any other classification protected by federal state or local laws or ordinances.

MEDICAL EXAMINATION

A pre-employment medical examination provided by the County may be required upon offer of employment.

OTHER EXAMINATIONS

Some positions also require psychological evaluation and/or extensive background investigation.

LICENSES

Some classifications require possession of valid professional and/or technical licenses. Some classifications may require the possession of a valid California drivers license.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD

Persons appointed to regular County positions serve a probationary period. This is normally six (6) months but could be up to one (1) year. All designated safety employees serve a one-year probationary period.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

It is the Countys intention to hire only those workers who are authorized to work in the United States pursuant to the Immigration Act of 1990. If you are offered employment you will be required to verify your eligibility to work in the United States. For law enforcement positions you will be required to verify your U.S. citizenship or legalized status.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS

All County of Humboldt employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS TO THE EXAMINATION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HUMBOLDT COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM RULES.