Economic Development Project Manager Job Bay City area,Michigan USA,Government

City of Bay City Full Time
- Economic Development Project Manager Community Development Department
- Teamsters 214NS JOB SUMMARY

This is administrative and technical work in economic development and project management. The work involves developing and coordinating the City’s economic development strategies; maintaining liaison with local, state and federal agencies responsible for economic growth; acting as a contact person for business concerns requiring information on local economic development programs and policies and providing staff assistance for organizations as assigned.

Individual will be called upon to manage public improvements for special projects relating to economic development.

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the class. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

Responsibilities include the packaging, coordination and document management of local, state and federal economic development incentives.

Collaborates with the Community Development Director and the Economic Development Program Manager as well as other City Divisions and Departments to plan and implement the City’s economic development programs and objectives.

Builds and maintains effective, professional relationships with business leaders, advisory groups, citizens, state and local government leaders, private developers, realtors, banking and financial leaders, professional economic development and trade associations, economic development professionals and other community leaders.

Provides technical support and coordinates clerical and other staff support organizations such as the special assessment boards and/or other organizations as assigned.

Proposes and writes resolutions, staff reports, and other official documents as required related to economic development. Makes presentations to the City Commission, business community groups, and the general public regarding economic development programs, issues, policies, initiatives and incentives. Follows up on Commission actions and requests related to Economic Development and City-owned property.

Gathers information on other local, state and federal economic development programs to ensure the City’s programs are contemporary and competitive. Develops and implements short and long-range economic development strategies and work plans. Recommends adjustments in programs, activities, policies, and procedures to further economic development goals.

Liaison for federal and state grants obtained, including grant management and reporting.

Supports the Economic Development Program Manager in certain aspects of their roles and responsibilities.

Frequent interaction with developers and serves as a primary contact with environmental consultants, attorneys, architectural and/or engineering design professionals as well as building and infrastructure contractors and crews to implement the City’s development activities.

Provides professional services related to real estate including: property negotiations, acquisitions, title review, document preparation, closing, property research, and property inventory.

Maintains confidentiality while participating in negotiations for the acquisition or disposition of real property.

Meets with prospects, developers, and business representatives to discuss opportunities and incentive programs; provides information regarding development sites, City regulations, and conducts client and prospect tours. Provide technical assistance to clients interested in local, state and federal…