Economic Development Manager

Economic Development Manager

The City of Colton has an exciting future opportunity for an Economic Development Manager! The City is looking for a candidate that possesses experience in Real Estate, collaborate with stakeholders to develop marketing strategies in promoting the City, work closely with Development Services and City Manager's Office. The City attends the annual I.C.S.C. Convention and is an important event for the City to showcase our growing community.

Under general direction of the Development Services Director, plans, manages, organizes, and directs the operations and services of the Economic Development Division, the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency, the Oversight Board, and the Colton Housing Authority. Implement Economic Development programs and activities for the City, emphasizing the stimulation of business retention, expansion, attraction and workforce development, while enhancing the City's economic bases. Serves as coordinator for major economic development projects, prepares studies and reports, and coordinates development activities with other City departments, officials and / or outside agencies.

The Economic Development Manager is the management class level responsible for the operations, activities and services of the Economic Development Division, the Successor Agency, the Oversight Board, and the Colton Housing Authority. Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical and clerical staff and consultants.

Experience in attending events like the ICSC Las Vegas, which is a major convention for retailers, brokers, and developers in the real estate industry. Networking is a key aspect, with opportunities to meet industry professionals and establish connections. Overall, the ICSC Las Vegas is designed to provide valuable insights and networking opportunities within the retail real estate sector.

Assists with negotiating and managing real property transactions with public agencies and / or land developers and individual property owners and their representatives for land acquisition and / or disposition of City property, including exclusive negotiating agreements, development agreements, disposition and development agreements, purchase and sale agreements and lease agreements.

Accept management and administrative responsibility for all Economic Development, Successor Agency, Oversight Board, and Colton Housing Authority funding activities to ensure compliance with State and Federal requirements and services including commercial, industrial and housing development within the City in accordance with state laws.

Align and coordinate goals and work programs of the Economic Development Division with adopted Citywide programs, policies and priorities.

Implement and manage major Economic Development and business retention, expansion and attraction projects, including commercial and industrial development in the City.

Develop and implement public relations, marketing programs and materials to promote the City to prospective businesses through trade shows, publications, and exhibits. Research and maintain a variety of information regarding properties, economic interest, environmental and land planning data within the City and provide to interested parties.

Prepare and manage complex Economic Development policy and program activities and budgets; recommend and manage expenditure within the budget. Prepares and maintains data records and reports.

Prepare resolutions and staff reports; may present at Council and Board meetings.

Contribute to and participate in developing, and maintaining Economic Development goals, objectives, policies and priorities; ensure established goals and priorities are achieved.

Plan, direct and coordinate implementation of the Economic Development work plan through appropriate staff. Delegate work activities and responsibilities to appropriate personnel, review and evaluate work methods and procedures, and identify and resolve problems and / or issues.

Meet with local and regional stakeholders on a regular basis to evaluate business and market conditions.

Make recommendations regarding the economic climate and possible interventions of a sustained local economy.

Conduct and coordinate a variety of economic analysis, research, marketing plans, strategies, projects, and partner programs designed to support efforts to promote and enhance regional economic vitality.

Establish and maintain liaison relationships with organizations, private business firms, developers, brokers, public agencies, property owners, and the public to promote and facilitate the planning and execution of economic development activities.

Serve as technical advisor and staff liaison to the Successor Agency and Housing Authority Board of Directors, City Manager / Executive Director.

Make public presentations to legislative bodies, public agencies, community groups, development associations, potential investors, and other major groups regarding business development process and specific project activity.

Supervise and direct activities of staff, including employee selection, work assignment, performance evaluations, employee development, disciplinary action, and work complaint resolution.

Produce reports based on Successor Agency and Oversight Board requirements, laws and procedures.

Coordinate with the Finance Department in the preparation of Recognized Obligation Payment Schedules, Redevelopment Property Tax Trust Fund, and tax allocation bond funding.

Serve as staff liaison to the Colton Chamber of Commerce.

May write grant applications for federal and state funding programs.

Maintain prompt and regular attendance.

Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is :

Education : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in economic development, urban planning, public or business administration, real estate or closely related field is required. A Master's degree is desirable.

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Experience : Five (5) years of professional experience in economic development, real estate, marketing, and / or public relations; including two (2) years of economic development project management that includes interaction with elected or high level officials and / or business executives.

Special Requirements :

• Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's license and good driving record.

Knowledge of : Principles and practices of Economic Development Administration. Methods and techniques of business attraction, retention, expansion and for start-up business. Principles and practices concerning the dissolution law of Redevelopment. Research methods and sources of information relating to economic development. Principles of organization, administration, budget and personnel management. Principles and practices of program economic development, financing, budget and administration. Methods and techniques of supervision, training and motivation. Methods and techniques of effective marketing. Applicable Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations with special emphasis on Economic Development Administration, Successor Agency and Oversight Board Dissolution laws. Modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software. Methods and techniques for basic report preparation and writing.

Ability to : Strong vision and understanding of economic development and revitalization including attraction and retaining new investment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to create cohesion and action around a shared vision. Transition economic development leads into partnerships with business decision makers. Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with elected officials, businesses, colleagues, and departments. Consider new approaches and develop creative solutions to challenges. Listen and communicate and be a decisive and effective real estate negotiator. Plan, organize, select and direct the work of subordinate staff under supervision. Manage and oversee the operations and activities of the Economic Development. Interpret economic development programs to the general public. Courteously respond to community issues, concerns and needs. Analyze complex issues and develop and implement an appropriate response. Analyze and evaluate new and existing service delivery methods and standard operating procedures. Apply applicable laws, codes and regulations. Work in a fast paced environment with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks. Provide excellent customer service and maintain a cooperative positive attitude. Operate a motor vehicle on City streets.