We are seeking a remarkable Economic Development Director to join our amazing team at Salt Lake County in Salt Lake City, UT.
Growing your career as a Full Time Economic Development Director is an unparalleled opportunity to develop critical skills.
If you are strong in decision-making, research and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Economic Development Director at Salt Lake County today!
Salt Lake County…A career with a purpose in the community you love! Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.
What it is like to work here: At Salt Lake County our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees' lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work life balance and room to grow and develop.
Surround yourself with: Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live work and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Community is more than a place…. it's our heart and service that bring us together.
We encourage a work life balance: Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with /Salt Lake County includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and one personal day every year. We work in a hybrid environment giving you flexibility to manage working from home and being in office.
Additional Benefits include: Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with a 10% contribution Medical coverage including a 100% county paid premium option-Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for adult designees
Health Savings account with a county contribution up to $1200/year, Flexible Spending Account 100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability option Professional Development Plus: Onsite medical clinic, childcare and gym; hospital insurance, pet insurance auto and home insurance and discounts at County facilities. JOB SUMMARY Directs, plans, oversees, and evaluates all programs and services for the Division, including economic development efforts in unincorporated Salt Lake County and the management of the Salt Lake County Redevelopment Agency. This includes short- and long-range strategic planning, talent management, fiscal accountability, quality management, and process improvement. Develops, recommends and implements strategic organizational policies and procedures. Performs/participates in high level policy development and implementation. Works in a close confidential relationship with the Supervisors and Elected Official.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Economics, Finance, Urban Planning, Commercial Real Estate Development, or other closely related field, plus eight (8) years of related experience, of which two (2) years must have been supervisory or administrative; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience. Education may not be substituted for the required supervisory experience.
CEcD (Certified Economic Developer) designation preferred.
A valid Driver's License issued by the State of Utah may be required to operate a vehicle.
Additional minimum qualifications may be dependent upon licensure or certification related to specific job duties and responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Supervises and directs division personnel to accomplish the mission of the Economic Development Division in the areas of business retention and expansion, entrepreneurship, workforce development and small business development.
• Provides leadership in achieving the goals of the County both internally with staff and externally with government entities, community organizations and others with which the County interacts.
• Exercises budgetary oversight over the Economic Development Division's annual budget; defines division objectives and operating plans.
• Works cooperatively with municipalities, state and other stakeholders to maintain productive
relationships and fulfill strategic regional initiatives.
• Prepares economic development strategic plans and implements the plans and initiatives.
• Identifies and promotes new business opportunities, improvements, and expansion of existing businesses and industry.
• Coordinates with private and public sectors regarding economic development initiatives.
• Coordinates plan development for transit-oriented development (mixed use) near transportation hubs.
• Promotes business development in unincorporated Salt Lake County.
• Collaborates with other County agencies to meet the goal of economic development in unincorporated Salt Lake County.
• Provides economic information to private and public sectors.
• Identifies business coaching and training opportunities to new and/or expanding small businesses.
• Maintains active contacts with relevant agencies at all levels of government.
• Researches and promotes available programs to businesses and the public.
• Coordinates with city chambers and economic development programs.
• Publishes informational literature and conducts research.
• Forms pertinent partnerships for the purpose of promoting the County and assisting small businesses.
• Oversees marketing efforts of the redevelopment agency. Attends all meetings relevant to economic development as assigned by Supervisors. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)
• Principles and methods of economic development, redevelopment business management and finance
• Commercial and residential real estate development
• Marketing analysis and pro forma modeling
• Tax increment financing models
• Principles and techniques of management and supervision
• Research and data collection methods
• Program evaluation strategies and techniques
• Comprehensive master planning
• Public hearing requirements and procedures
• Community outreach methods and techniques
• Project implementation and monitoring
• Effective negotiation techniques and strategies
• Local, state and federal government operations and redevelopment regulations Skills and Abilities to:
• Analyze and compile technical and statistical information, prepare technical reports, and present technical information clearly and concisely
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and deliver public speeches, presentations, and trainings
• Work professionally with a variety of public officials
• Perform budget planning and preparation
• Interpret and prepare market analysis and pro forma
• Interact effectively with various persons and groups
• Work independently and on a team
• Multi-task, manage multiple projects, establish priorities, organize workload and work effectively under deadline pressure
• Supervise the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data
• Ability to promote and advocate policy, goals and initiatives
• Negotiate complex issues having broad policy implications with a variety of stakeholders
• Effectively apply general principles to specific situations and interpret and implement complex rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Demonstrate proficiency with computer software related to the job specific duties
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work duties are typically performed in a general office setting. May require travel within Salt Lake County.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION
This is an appointed at-will position without tenure and is exempt from the career service system.
Benefits of working as a Economic Development Director in Salt Lake City, UT:
? Excellent Benefits Package
? Rapid Progression
? Competitive salary
? Remote Work opportunity
