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Community Development Director ($8,303 to $9,713 per month) Under the direction of the City Manager, the Community Development Director manages and directs the City's advance planning functions, policy development, adoption and implementation of major policy and planning documents, including the City's General Plan, specific plans, and corridor plans. Reviews and issues building and similar permits and conducts plan checks. The Community Development Director is responsible for directing the Community Development Department, coordinating meetings with property owners, businesses, and residents throughout the City; managing Environmental Impact Reports for large City projects and programs, adoption of major updates to the City's Zoning Ordinance; coordinates contract building and landscape maintenance services, supervises the Animal Control Program, coordinates animal control contract services, and supervises the operational activities of the City's Code Enforcement program, coordinates the City's Emergency Services Program, including disaster planning and hazard mitigation.
This position will analyze data, carry planning assignments to completion through the formulation of creative planning proactive solutions, participate in technical research on economic sociological, engineering, and planning problems, develop effective working relationships with officials, other government agencies, the general public and staff; utilize effective management and supervisory techniques. Education: Bachelor's degree in city or urban planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, business, public administration, or a related field. A Master's degree in a related field is highly desirable. Five years of recent professional experience in local planning, zoning administration, economic development, and redevelopment programs. American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) certification is highly desirable. Deadline: Friday, October 8, 2010: To Apply: Call (626)285-2171 or visit City Hall, 9701 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, CA 91780 or the City website at www.temple-city.ca.us
Economic Development Manager/Assistant to the City Manager ($7,548 to $8,830 per month) Under general direction of the City Manager, initiates, formulates, designs, coordinates, markets, implements and monitors various development projects, analyzes and identifies opportunities for additional growth, develops and actively implements economic development strategies, and serves as advisor to City officials and staff, business groups, property owners, and developers. The Economic Development Manager/Assistant to the City Manager manages City-owned real estate assets, including leased properties, markets real estate assets, attracts tenants, negotiates leases, manages property, and implements new development projects; serves as principal City liaison to the Chamber of Commerce and to regional and statewide economic development and real estate organizations, makes presentations to the City Council, community groups, and management on a variety of issues, including economic development; prepares the program budget, establishes revenue goals, recommends and manages expenditures within the budget. Education: Graduation from an accredited university or college with a Bachelor's Degree in public administration, business administration, urban planning or a related field. A Master's Degree in public administration, business administration, or urban planning is highly desirable. Five years of increasingly responsible experience in dealing with economic development, redevelopment, urban planning and financial programs. Deadline: Friday, October 8, 2010: To Apply: Call (626)285-2171 or visit City Hall, 9701 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, CA 91780 or the City website at www.templecity.us
President
Centre City Development Corporation
Deadline: September 10, 2010
Centre City Development Corporation (CCDC) is the public, non-profit corporation created in 1975 by the City of San Diego to implement Downtown redevelopment projects and programs. The Corporation serves on behalf of the San Diego Redevelopment Agency as the catalyst for public-private partnerships to facilitate redevelopment projects. The Budget for 2011 totals $154.6 million with 47.8 approved positions. The ideal candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills and have knowledge of redevelopment, economic development, business economics, real estate, marketing, tax increment financing and bond issuance. This executive-level position requires a Bachelor's degree; an advanced degree is desirable. Further specifics regarding the desired qualifications, experience and personal attributes are available in the detailed recruitment brochure at www.ralphandersen.com and visit ccdc.com. Competitive salary and excellent executive benefit package is being offered. Submit by Friday, September 10, 2010 to apply@ralphandersen.com. Interested candidates are requested to direct confidential inquiries to Heather Renschler, Ralph Andersen & Associates at (916) 630-4900.
www.ccdc.com
Assistant Director of Community Development - Redevelopment and Economic Development
City of Camarillo
Salary: $101,969 - $137,541 annually, DOQ
Deadline: September 17, 2010
The City of Camarillo is a scenic, tranquil community known for its unspoiled safe rural setting and is offering an exceptional career opportunity as Assistant Director of Community Development - Redevelopment and Economic Development.
The Assistant Director will guide the implementation of the Camarillo Corridor Project Area Plan and promote economic development activities within the entire city. The Old Town Plan and the Camarillo Commons Plan are among some of the redevelopment assignments that this position will shepherd in addition to the day to day administration and the long range transactions necessary to promote private development, capital projects and housing activities.
This position requires six years of increasingly responsible experience in community/economic development, redevelopment or related experience including three years of program management and supervisory experience. A BS/BA degree in urban planning, public administration or a related field is required (MPA/MBA desirable). Submit a cover letter, résumé, five professional references and current salary to Bill Avery or Ann Slate. Formal job announcement available at http://www.averyassoc.net/jobs.
Avery Associates
3½ N. Santa Cruz Ave., Suite A
Los Gatos, CA 95030
E-mail: jobs@averyassoc.net
CDBG/HOME Planner (Assistant/Associate Planner)
City of Ventura
Salary: $51,847-$76,689 per yr + excellent benefits
Deadline: August 29, 2010
Beautiful seaside community has a rewarding opportunity for a planning professional to perform responsible professional level work on the City's CDBG/HOME team. CDBG/HOME incumbent will play a key role in implementing the federally funded Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) programs, as well as project management/ oversight responsibility.
Requires B.S. in related area and one to three years of increasingly responsible professional planning experience. AICP certification is desirable. To learn more about our Community Development Department and
Ventura's Revitalization efforts, visit www.cityofventura.net/cd. To learn more about this rewarding opportunity and to apply on-line by 8/29/2010, visit www.cityofventura.jobs. EOE.
Project Manager
Business Development Readiness
Wage/Benefits: Based on experience
Work Schedule/Status: Full-Time
Working Locations: Yreka, CA
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred) 3-5 - years economic development or related experience
- Grant writing and project management experience
- Shows strong initiative to seek out new opportunities
- Superior organizational, written and oral communication skills
- Must be able to pay close attention to details
- Ability to take the initiative and work independently and also be a good team player
- Must have excellent writing skills
- Must have basic computer skills
- Some travel required
- DMV printout and driver's license
- Must be professional
Skills, Duties and Preferences:
- Interpret and implement programs
- Review and analyze contracts under strategic goals
- Strategic planning
- Ensure that all files are complete with the necessary documentation
- Project and grant management, including acknowledgements, tracking, data entry and file maintenance
- Troubleshoot issues that may arise
- Other duties as required
To apply:
Contact the Siskiyou County Economic Development Council @530-842-1638 or submit resume to Julie@siskiyoucounty.org
Closing Date: Open until filled
Chair, Department of Management
Fayetteville State University
Salary: DOE
Deadline: Open until filled
Contact info: Applicants should apply online here:
JOB DESCIPTION:
The School of Business and Economics at Fayetteville State University is seeking an Economic Development Director. Responsibilities include:
- Engaging the University in local and regional economic development issues
- Writing grant proposals
- Conducting economic/business analysis
- Organizing training workshops
- Working with the SBE Dean to design programs to stimulate economic development
- Teaching up to two courses per semester
Candidates must hold a Master's degree from an accredited institution (a Ph.D. in Regional Economics is preferred) and have a minimum of five years of experience in the field of economic development. Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience. Visit www.uncfsu.edu\sbe
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Project Manager
Santa Cruz County
Salary: $74,714 - $99,632 Annually
Deadline: Friday, August 20, 2010
THE JOB: Incumbents serve as project managers for a wide variety of economic development projects and programs, including preliminary analysis and feasibility, planning, financing and design phases of projects and programs prior to implementation or construction and may continue to serve as project manager during construction or implementation phases in order to provide administrative, fiscal and policy oversight and coordination. Projects include commercial development of all types, mixed use developments and infrastructure. The official title for this position is Redevelopment Project Manager.
THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college with a major in business or public administration, engineering, planning, architecture, landscape architecture, economics, finance or a related field, and three years of experience in community redevelopment, capital improvement, housing, economic development or a related field, including at least one year of work with project coordination/management.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver License or the incumbent must provide suitable transportation approved by the appointing authority. Physically and mentally capable of performing the classification's essential functions as summarized in the typical tasks section of the job specification.
Apply online at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com or call (831) 454-2600 for an application packet. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completed applications.
Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
EOE.
Position title: Chair, Department of Management
Company Name: Fayetteville State University
Salary: DOE
Applicant due date: Open until filled
Contact info: Applicants should apply online here: http://www.apply-for-job.net/c/jobclick.cfm?site=10948&job=7062526
JOB DESCIPTION:
The School of Business and Economics at Fayetteville State University is seeking an Economic Development Director. Responsibilities include:
- Engaging the University in local and regional economic development issues
- Writing grant proposals
- Conducting economic/business analysis
- Organizing training workshops
- Working with the SBE Dean to design programs to stimulate economic development
- Teaching up to two courses per semester
Candidates must hold a Master's degree from an accredited institution (a Ph.D. in Regional Economics is preferred) and have a minimum of five years of experience in the field of economic development. Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience. Visit www.uncfsu.edu\sbe
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
ECONOMIC COLLABORATIVE OF NORTHERN ARIZONA
Deadline: August 27, 2010
The Economic Collaborative of Northern Arizona (ECONA) is seeking an Executive Director to further the goal of quality economic growth for the Northern Arizona region.
EXAMPLES OF THE WORK PERFORMED
Aligns and coordinates goals of the ECONA economic development agencies (public and private) to propose policies that advance regional economic development activities.
Staffs and manages ECONA's Economic Development Teams (Attraction, Retention/Expansion, Economic Gardening, Workforce, Redevelopment) and establishes constituent micro-loan program.
Meets with local key decision-makers on a regular basis to evaluate business and market conditions, makes recommendations regarding economic climate and possible interventions to sustain local economy.
Coordinates and undertakes a variety of economic analysis, research, marketing plans, strategies, projects, and partner programs designed to support efforts to promote and enhance regional economic vitality.
Represents ECONA's programs at meetings, conferences and trade shows and is the regional ‘voice' and ‘face' of economic development to maximize region's exposure and recognition throughout the state and nation.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to exercise considerable independent judgment and initiative.
Proven track record of coalition and consensus building in public and private sectors.
Extensive knowledge of principals and practices of economic development, including thorough knowledge of economic, geographic, and demographic factors that affect a community, along with a proven track record of results.
Experience in economic development financing techniques, including incentives, grants and micro-loans.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's Degree in Public or Business Administration, Economic Development, Economics, Planning, or closely-related field.
Five years progressive work experience in economic development.
Or any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the above Minimum Requirements.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
IEDC Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification.
Masters Degree in Public or Business Administration, Economic Development, Economics, Planning, or closely-related field.
Experience with recruitment of scientific and technology companies, in particular areas of Biosciences, Medical Device Manufacturing, and Renewables.
Experience with data analysis and Internet research.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please access http://cityofinnovation.com/faer/index.html for additional information.
This position currently funded for three years under the organization's 501(c)(3).
Salary commensurate upon education and experience; Provide salary requirements with application.
Submit cover letter & resume by 5pm on Friday, August 27, 2010:
ECONA
P.O. Box 891
Flagstaff, AZ 86002
For questions or to submit electronically, contact: cjbavasi@onhir.gov
Economic Development and Redevelopment Program Coordinator
City of Brawley, California
Salary Range: $63,386 - $75,588 per year
Under general direction of the City Manager, coordinates the activities supporting the City's economic development program and redevelopment activities, including efforts focused on the retention and expansion of existing business and efforts to bring in specific targeted businesses to the City; coordinates with City staff and developers to include the preparation of development agreements, develop and execute marketing and business development efforts, coordinate with other County and City agencies, and follow-up on business leads/interested parties.
The successful candidate must possess a Bachelors Degree in Business, Public Administration, Urban Planning or related field required, and minimum of five years (5) years direct experience associated with business development in one or more areas such as commercial, manufacturing and industrial development, and/or experience in community planning and development in a municipal environment; or any equivalent combination of experience and additional education or training that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this work. Experience with California projects desired. Must possess a valid CA Driver's License.
DEADLINE: Open till filled
Send application and resume to: City of Brawley, Personnel Dept., 383 Main St., Brawley, CA 92227
Application available - www.cityofbrawley.com
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