Economic Development Program Coordinator

Orange County, FL•Orlando, FL

42d•$61,090 - $97,739

About The Position

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals. The Economic Development Coordinator will launch and oversee the county's Main Street program and work on the revitalization of the major commercial corridors throughout the county. The position will also work on business retention and outreach activities for exisiting businesses in Orange County. This position will work closedly with the Main Street non-profit boards, PEDS and outside agencies such as ULI and NAIOP. The position will be heavily involved in marketing Orange County parcels of land to site selectors, and businesses looking to expand that are in Orange County's targeted industries.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Planning, Real Estate or related field.
Three (3) years of experience in the areas of economic development; community outreach; commercial revitalization and redevelopment; real estate development; or finance, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
A working knowledge of the Main Street Program and the Four Points Approach.
Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge working with the Main Street program.
Experience with local Chamber of Commerce.
Experienced in Microsoft 365, Costar and GIS.
Experienced in Project Management.
Experienced in Commercial Real Estate.
Fluency. in Spanish is desirable.

Responsibilities

Performs highly responsible executive and administrative work directing all work relating to the Orange County Main Street Program.
Responsibilities include professional presentations and partnership development, program development and facilitates strategic planning for the Main Street Program.
Develops a work plan, budget, training and technical assistance programming, marketing and promotional activities for the Main Street Districts.
Oversees the activities of the Main Street nonprofit Board of Directors, volunteers and staff.
Responsible for proactive and strategic economic development activities related to the redevelopment and revitalization of the County's commercial corridors.
Assess the commercial corridor needs; conducts strategic planning for the commercial corridors; interface with existing business operators and property owners.
Develop and facilitate programs to enhance, revitalize, redevelop and strengthen the County's commercial tax base. Works with PEDS on developing and implementation of an overall commercial corridor improvement strategy that includes innovative zoning and land use initiatives.
Assists business owners, investors and developers looking to launch, expand, or invest in Orange County.
Fosters relationships with community and economic development partners.
May serve on boards and committees for local economic development organizations and partners.
May represent the County at appropriate business and community activities and events.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

10 paid holidays andup to 2 floating holidays annually.
18 days paid time off per year.
Longevity bonus based on years of service.
6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
Free access to Wellworks gyms and OrangeCounty Recreation Centers.
Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Earn service time to forgive student loans.