Economic Development Coordinator

Economic Development Coordinator

Performs complex administrative, technical, project, and program coordination in support of the City's Economic Development (ED) Department. Work includes supporting new business recruitment, existing industry retention and expansion (BRE), data and analytics, project management, marketing support, property and site inventory management, grant assistance, and coordination with internal and external partners. Work requires a strong combination of organization, accuracy, follow-through, customer service, and analytical skill, performed under the general supervision of the Economic Development Director with daily direction from both the Director and the Existing Industry Manager.

1. Business Recruitment & Lead Management

• Serve as the primary coordinator for all recruitment leads, including inquiries from site selectors, brokers, regional / state partners, and direct business prospects.
• Maintain and update the lead pipeline tracking system; track status, required actions, deadlines, and communications.
• Prepare prospect packets, including community profiles, workforce data, utility information, tax incentives, and property details.
• Conduct preliminary research on prospective companies, industry trends, project feasibility, and site requirements.
• Coordinate with Planning, Engineering, Public Works, Utilities, and Fire to assemble cross-departmental site evaluations.
• Manage confidentiality protocols for sensitive business recruitment information.

2. Existing Industry Support (BRE Program Coordination)

3. Research, Data & Analytics

4. Marketing, Communications & Branding Support

5. Property, Site & Project Coordination

6. Incentives, Grants & Compliance Support

7. Department Operations, Scheduling & Administrative Support

8. Relationship Management & External Coordination

9. Event, Tour & Community Engagement Support

10. Performs related tasks as required.

Strong knowledge of economic development principles, business processes, industry sectors, and local government operations.

Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects with strict attention to detail and accuracy.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare professional reports, summaries, and presentations.

Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel, data tools, dashboards, and research platforms.

Ability to interpret maps, zoning codes, utility infrastructure information, and demographic data.

Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with partners, businesses, community groups, and stakeholders.

Ability to maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Skill in organizing meetings, coordinating logistics, and preparing agendas and follow-ups.

Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Office, GIS basics, CRM / lead-tracking, and project management tools.

Marketing and design awareness; ability to support light design tasks or collaborate with Communications.

Must be able to take direction from multiple leaders, manage frequent follow-ups, and deliver to exact standards.

Accuracy, confidentiality, and responsiveness.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & TRAINING

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS