Economic Development & Human Services Coordinator

City of Snoqualmie•Wa, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Economic Development & Human Services Coordinator supports the City’s efforts to strengthen Snoqualmie’s long-term economic vitality, support local businesses, enhance tourism and destination development, and coordinate partnerships that contribute to a resilient and connected community. Working collaboratively with businesses, property owners, nonprofit organizations, regional partners, tourism organizations, educational institutions, and human services providers, the position advances initiatives that support economic opportunity, downtown and commercial district vitality, workforce participation, tourism, and overall quality of life. The coordinator serves as a key liaison between the City and external partners on economic development, tourism, grant development, and human services coordination matters. Responsibilities include supporting business retention and attraction efforts, coordinating tourism and lodging tax initiatives, identifying strategic partnership opportunities, pursuing grant funding, helping align regional human services resources with community needs, and coordinating grant applications and funding opportunities that support economic development, tourism, downtown vitality, infrastructure partnerships, workforce development, recreation, and community well-being initiatives within Snoqualmie and the Upper Snoqualmie Valley region. This role emphasizes relationship-building, cross-sector collaboration, practical problem solving, and long-range community vitality strategies in a small-city environment. The position also works collaboratively with the City’s Community Engagement Coordinator and other departments to support coordinated communication and outreach related to economic development initiatives, tourism programs, partnerships, and community resource efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Economic Development, Public Administration, Business Administration, Community Development, Planning, Tourism Management, or a related field.
Three to five years of experience in economic development, grant development, tourism, community development, partnership coordination, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience preparing grant applications, coordinating grants, or supporting grant-funded initiatives.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in municipal or regional government.
Experience coordinating partnerships among public agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private-sector stakeholders.
Experience with tourism promotion, destination development, or downtown revitalization initiatives.
Professional certifications related to economic development, public administration, planning, or grant management.
Familiarity with human services coordination and community support systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

Assists in implementing the City’s economic development strategies, initiatives, and work programs.
Serves as a primary point of contact for businesses seeking to locate, expand, reinvest, or operate within the City.
Develops relationships with local businesses, employers, commercial property owners, developers, and regional economic partners.
Supports business retention, expansion, and recruitment efforts consistent with City goals and community character.
Assists businesses and investors in navigating City processes and coordinating with appropriate City departments.
Identifies opportunities to strengthen commercial activity, tourism-related investment, and year-round economic resilience.
Assists in coordinating cross-departmental responses to economic development opportunities and challenges.
Provides economic development reports, research, data, and recommendations to City leadership.
Coordinates with regional agencies, chambers of commerce, educational institutions, and economic development organizations on shared initiatives and opportunities.
Supports initiatives that encourage visitors to spend more time in Snoqualmie and the Upper Snoqualmie Valley.
Coordinates with tourism, hospitality, recreation, and business partners to strengthen destination awareness and visitor experiences.
Promotes collaboration among businesses, events, attractions, and regional partners to support local economic activity.
Assists in identifying infrastructure, amenities, partnerships, and programs that improve the visitor experience and support local businesses year-round.
Works with local and regional organizations to promote tourism opportunities, overnight visitation, and coordinated destination development strategies.
Supports tourism-related planning efforts, promotional initiatives, and strategic partnerships.
Supports initiatives that strengthen the vitality and economic resilience of downtown and commercial districts.
Works with business owners, property owners, and partner organizations to identify opportunities for investment, revitalization, and business support.
Assists with programs and initiatives that support small businesses, commercial occupancy, and economic activity.
Helps coordinate projects and partnerships that improve the business and visitor environment.
Administers the City’s lodging tax program in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Coordinates with the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC).
Manages lodging tax funding applications, agreements, reporting requirements, and program tracking.
Monitors tourism promotion expenditures and program outcomes.
Builds and maintains relationships with businesses, chambers of commerce, tourism organizations, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and regional agencies.
Represents the City in regional economic development, tourism, and partnership initiatives.
Collaborates with neighboring jurisdictions, counties, state agencies, and regional organizations on shared economic and community initiatives.
Helps facilitate partnerships that support investment, workforce participation, economic opportunity, and long-term community vitality.
Coordinates with partner organizations on strategic initiatives benefiting Snoqualmie and the Upper Snoqualmie Valley region.
Coordinates with internal City staff, including the Community Engagement Coordinator, to help ensure consistent communication and coordination related to economic development initiatives and partnership activities.
Serves as the City’s liaison to human services agencies, nonprofit organizations, school districts, and regional service providers.
Coordinates with partner organizations to improve awareness of available community resources and identify gaps in services affecting residents.
Supports regional collaboration efforts related to housing stability, food security, workforce participation, behavioral health resources, and other community well-being initiatives.
Assists City leadership in identifying opportunities where economic development and human services strategies can complement one another.
Helps coordinate City participation in regional human services initiatives, interagency partnerships, and collaborative funding efforts.
Assists with gathering and sharing data related to community needs, service gaps, and program outcomes to support City planning and policy discussions.
Tracks emerging community needs and helps connect City leadership with appropriate partner agencies and resources.
Identifies, researches, and pursues grant opportunities related to economic development, tourism, downtown vitality, infrastructure partnerships, workforce development, recreation, and community resilience initiatives.
Prepares and coordinates competitive grant applications and supporting materials.
Coordinates with City departments, nonprofit organizations, regional partners, consultants, and external agencies on grant development efforts.
Assists with administration, tracking, compliance, reporting, and implementation of awarded grants.
Supports strategic initiatives and special projects assigned by the Community & Economic Development Director.
Maintains awareness of state, federal, county, and regional funding opportunities relevant to City priorities.
Assists in managing economic development, tourism, partnership, and related programs and initiatives.
Tracks economic indicators, tourism activity, grant outcomes, and program performance measures.
Prepares reports, presentations, and recommendations for City leadership and City Council.
Maintains records and documentation related to economic development, tourism, grant, and partnership activities.