Economic Development Specialist- Business Services at City of Centennial – Centennial, Colorado

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
The City of Centennial, Colorado is an organization driven to quality products and outcomes while adhering to sound fiscal practices and efficient provision of services. We seek to attract and retain the best staff to assist us in this mission and, in return, foster a culture which supports all employees using their talents every day to do what they do best. A winner of eight Gallup Exceptional Workplace Awards, we are proud to embody the link between a highly engaged workforce and excellence in business outcomes. We are an innately collaborative culture dedicated to talents and focused on results.

The Economic Development Specialist-Business Services position is an integral part of the City’s Strategic Plan contributing to the creation and implementation of programs and initiatives focused on strengthening Centennial’s economy through our business community. This position operates as a program manager, project lead, team member and individual contributor on a variety of projects. The ideal candidate will be outgoing and thrive in a networking and relationship building role.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following statements are illustrative of the essential duties of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required. The City of Centennial retains the right to modify or change the essential and additional functions of the job at any time.

• Develop and manage the City’s business retention, expansion, and attraction programs for primary employers and target industries.
• Develop, implement and manage small business and entrepreneurial support programs, including Spark Centennial.
• Build relationships and expand partnerships with Centennial business community including businesses, business resource providers, and industry groups.
• Track and disseminate relevant economic data related to business activity trends in Centennial and utilize that information to inform City strategies.
• Develop metrics to determine program success.

• Responsible for the maintenance, updating and retention of records, data, and content managed within the scope pf the position. Acquires and utilizes knowledge of the City’s electronic content management systems and guards against the unauthorized removal, destruction or use of municipal records. Recognizes and respects that City employees forego any personal or proprietary right to the City’s records including those that may have been developed, created, or compiled during their tenure in employment.

• Other duties as assigned.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment connected to the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Skills:

Ability to:

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this job, with or without accommodation.

Physical Demands
The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time; needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Occasionally moves office equipment weighing up to 30 pounds. The person in this position frequently communicates with Council members, staff, vendors, and residents; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Must be able to identify Council members, staff, vendors, and residents, as applicable. Must be able to observe, assess, record, and interpret information.

Work Environment
Work is performed in an office setting with in-person, video conference, and telephone contacts. Work will require in-person meetings with businesses and attendance at morning and evening meetings.

Equipment Used/Required
Frequently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy/fax machine, and computer printer.

EXPECTATION OF ALL EMPLOYEES
Support the City’s mission and values.

Mission – Driven to provide exceptional service to the Centennial community.

Values – Collaborative, Intentional, Service Oriented, and Innovative

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.