Economic Development Administrator

City of Dublin•Dublin, OH

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Serves as an action and detail-oriented project manager, proactively initiating cutting-edge economic development programs and executing the City of Dublin’s Economic Development strategic plan and supporting the City’s overall vision of being a global city of choice. Builds and maintains relationships with the Dublin business community and other regional, state, and international partners to recognize and develop policies and programs that serve as differentiators for the City of Dublin. Administers the City’s Business Retention and Expansion Program organized by Business District. Proactively markets the City of Dublin for economic development attraction projects (regional, state, national, international). Assists with programs related to business creation/entrepreneurship. Collaborates with local, regional, and statewide partners to share workforce development programs and resources. This position is in person. Given the nature of this classification’s duties/responsibilities, it has been designated as Exempt under the governing Fair Labor Standards Act regulations and, therefore, is not entitled to formal overtime compensation and/or formal compensatory time.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Finance, Economic Development, Public Administration or other relevant field and considerable relevant experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Considerable knowledge of economic development programs, grants, loans, and services available at the state and local levels.
Considerable knowledge of marketing and communication concepts, principles and strategies and the ability to translate these concepts, principles, and strategies into meaningful action.
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, results-oriented organizational culture marked by high expectation levels, deadlines, time constraints, and the accompanying pressures inherent to such an environment.
Ability to consistently initiate and execute innovative economic development programs consistent with the Economic Development strategic plan and the City’s vision of being a global city of choice.
Ability to assemble teams of diverse collaborators, consultants, and stakeholders.
Ability to execute projects to deliver measurable results.
Applicants must submit a cover letter to be considered for an interview
Valid driver’s license.
Demonstration of the following established core values: Integrity, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Accountability, Positive Attitude, and Dedication to Service.
Regular attendance, as governed by and in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, procedures and laws, is regarded as an essential requirement of this classification.
Compliance with training directives established by supervisory/managerial personnel.
Adherence to all applicable Federal and State safety laws, rules, and regulations and City safety policies/procedures.

Nice To Haves

Ohio Certified Economic Developer (OhioCED) and/or International Economic Development Council Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification preferred.
Experience using Salesforce CRM platform is a plus.

Responsibilities

Administers the City’s Business retention, expansion, attraction, creation, and workforce programs; builds and maintains relationships with the Dublin and regional business community.
Manages and executes economic development programs, sometimes led by consultants/contractors, consistent with the City of Dublin’s Economic Development Strategic Plan and Strategic Focus Areas.
Negotiates economic development agreements and incentives.
Proactively markets the City of Dublin for economic development attraction projects and programs both in person and through social media outlets.
Builds and maintains relationships with community partners and the regional and state economic development community, including Mid-Ohio Development Exchange (MODE), One Columbus, JobsOhio, Ohio Department of Development, local chambers of commerce, NAIOP, Dublin City Schools, Tolles Technical Academy, Ohio University, Ohio State University, Columbus State Community College, and others.
Monitors key performance indicators demonstrating the City of Dublin’s overall economic performance, including vacancy rates, lease rates, employment statistics, and income tax revenues, relative to the Columbus Region and other peer cities.
Collaborates with other City of Dublin Departments/Divisions (Planning, Engineering, Transportation and Mobility, Office of the City Manager, Finance, etc.) on projects and programs related to economic development initiatives.
Represents the City of Dublin at high profile City functions and regional events and takes an active role in regional economic development initiatives along with presenting and participating in forums to promote the Dublin brand and value proposition.
Evaluates the effectiveness of Economic Development programs and policies and proposes alternatives where necessary to ensure that they remain responsive and relevant to business needs.
Continuously remains current on Economic Development trends and modify strategies to keep Dublin on the cutting edge.
Performs other related duties as assigned.