Business Development Coordinator

City of West Des Moines, IA•West Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Under the general direction of the Community and Economic Development Director, the Business Development Coordinator contributes to the growth and development of the City by promoting business retention and expansion efforts, including marketing to new industry; assists in the administration of the City's Economic and Development programs; manages projects to stimulate business growth and job creation, collaborates with developers, administers small business assistance programs, and assists in the development of workforce education and job training programs.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Planning, Marketing, Public Administration, Political Science or related field.
Requires at least three (3) years' experience working with the business community, economic development professionals and developers (local, state or federal level), businesses, entrepreneurs, and start-ups to advance job growth and business development. Two (2) years' experience required if have successfully completed the Heartland Economic Development Program by the International Economic Development Council.
Successful completion of the Heartland Economic Development Program by the International Economic Development Council required within 18 months of employment.

Nice To Haves

Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) preferred.

Responsibilities

Promoting business retention and expansion efforts, including marketing to new industry
Assists in the administration of the City's Economic and Development programs
Manages projects to stimulate business growth and job creation
Collaborates with developers
Administers small business assistance programs
Assists in the development of workforce education and job training programs

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