Intern Community & Economic Development

Davis County Government • Farmington, UT

2d • $17 - $25

About The Position

Davis County Community & Economic Development is hiring an Economic Development Intern in Farmington, Utah. The intern will integrate Salesforce CRM into the department and participate with existing staff in projects related to economic development, the Davis Loan Fund, and the Council of Governments. The role also supports economic development events, marketing, business outreach, planning, and administrative and technical work for the Council of Governments. The position is listed at $17–$25 per hour and is open until filled.

Requirements

• Degree in progress or a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Urban Planning, Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• Furnish personal transportation for in-state on-the-job travel.
• Possess a valid driver license when driving a personal or County vehicle for job-related travel; maintain minimum vehicle liability insurance required by Utah Code and operate the vehicle safely.
• Employees with an out-of-state license must obtain a valid Utah Driver License within 60 days of hire, with exceptions for military personnel and their dependents.

Responsibilities

• Learn, manage, and implement Salesforce CRM for the department.
• Update and maintain contacts in the CRM system.
• Support the Economic Development team with events, including COG, the COG Annual Holiday Party, and the Utah Alliance for Economic Development's Fall meeting in Davis County.
• Assist with planning for the upcoming Code Blue season.
• Support economic development marketing and promotional activities, including web and social media efforts and preparing marketing materials.
• Provide administrative and technical services alongside the Economic Development Coordinator for the Davis County Council of Governments, including handling correspondence, recording minutes and business matters, coordinating consultant services, and supporting organizational best practices.
• Conduct business evaluations and surveys to identify local businesses' needs and issues, including barriers to growth, and raise awareness of available programs and incentives under the direction of the Deputy Director.
• Arrange and attend professional economic development meetings and events.
• Assist with responses to requests for information and proposals from prospective businesses in coordination with Northern Utah Economic Alliance and the Economic Development Corporation of Utah.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
• 13 vacation days.
• 12 paid sick-leave days.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Four weeks of paid parental leave after six months.
• Full pension retirement.
• Annual performance increases up to 3.5%.
• 401(k) match of 4%.
• Work-life balance and opportunities for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern