Economic Development Manager

Salt Lake County•Salt Lake City, UT

10h

About The Position

Manages and oversees programs involving economic development research, local community economic development efforts, and grants. Works closely with Economic Development leadership to manage programs intended to improve economic development and business resources and opportunities throughout Salt Lake County. Duties are typically performed in a general office setting and may require travel to locations throughout the County.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Communication, Finance, Marketing, Economics, or a closely related field, plus four years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program.
Knowledge of management and supervision principles and techniques; effective negotiation techniques and strategies; economic development, redevelopment, commercial development, and finance; budget analysis and preparation; contract negotiations; project negotiation, implementation, and monitoring; small business programs; research and data collection methods; community outreach; grant management; customer service; public meeting and notice requirements; database entry and maintenance; technical writing and master planning; and job-related computer software and programs.
Ability to negotiate complex issues with broad policy implications; deal with complex issues and situations; present technical information to varied stakeholders; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; manage several projects simultaneously; process data with attention to detail; plan, organize, coordinate, and administer programs; prepare detailed reports; work under pressure and meet tight deadlines; interact effectively with people from varied social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds; and act independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Oversee research, strategy, partnerships, and contracts for assigned programs and projects.
Manage assigned federal grant programs, including developing written policies and procedures, designing programs, developing marketing strategies, screening and analyzing projects, establishing public/private partnerships, and implementing an approval process.
Service and monitor subprojects in the assessment grant portfolio and negotiate federal funding renewals.
Prepare Requests for Proposals and negotiate contracts for assigned programs.
Identify and promote new business opportunities and research efforts to expand existing businesses and industry.
Research and promote available programs to businesses and the public.
Provide economic information to private and public sectors.
Assist in developing, analyzing, and submitting annual revenue and expenditure budget plans and mid-year adjustments for applicable programs, and ensure project goals are met.
Present to councils, commissions, business leaders, and the public on behalf of the department's Director.
Prepare publications, materials, business presentations, marketing collateral, and educational materials.
Perform data and statistical analysis and create statistical reports, graphs, images, and lists to simplify complex data.

Benefits

12 holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days, and one personal day each year.
Retirement options including a hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only, with a 10% contribution.
Medical coverage, including a 100% county-paid premium option.
Dental and vision coverage, including coverage for adult designees.
Health Savings Account with a county contribution up to $1,200 per year.
Flexible Spending Account.
100% county-paid long-term disability and a short-term disability option.
Professional development.
Onsite medical clinic and gym.
Hospital insurance, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and discounts at County facilities.
Some positions allow a hybrid work environment.