Economic Development Specialist in Baytown, Texas at City of Baytown

The Economic Development Specialist provides essential technical, analytical, and administrative support to the Economic Development Division to foster a resilient local economy. By maintaining data systems and coordinating high-level projects, this position ensures the City remains competitive in business recruitment and proactive in retention efforts. The Specialist serves as a key liaison, ensuring that the data-driven insights and administrative precision required for boards, developers, and the business community are delivered with excellence.

Required:

OR

Preferred:

Knowledge of economic development practices and business retention strategies. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to organize complex information and maintain accurate records. Proficiency with CRM systems, databases, and Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to work collaboratively with internal departments, businesses, and community partners. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.

Here at the City of Baytown, in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring. We strive to provide a workplace where differences are honored, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we serve.
Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work more than 40 hours a week. This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform needed services.

Overall Position Strength Demands
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.