Economic Development Specialist

Weber County•Ogden, UT

2d•$28

About The Position

Under the direction of the Economic Development Director, the Economic Development Specialist provides administrative, analytical, and project support services for the County’s economic development programs and initiatives. This position focuses on coordination, implementation support, data management, communications, and stakeholder assistance rather than leading or independently managing major projects. The Economic Development Specialist plays a key support role by helping advance economic development activities through organization, research, reporting, scheduling, and cross-department coordination. The position exercises professional judgment within established policies and procedures and supports higher-level staff in executing County priorities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework in Business Administration, Economics, Planning or a related field preferred.
One (1) to three (3) years of administrative, program support, or coordinator roles, preferably within government, economic development, planning, or a related field.
An acceptable combination of education and experience may be considered.
Knowledge of: Economic Development, Business, Public Administration, Economics, Planning, Proficiency in office management software, including spreadsheet, word processing, and database applications.
Familiarity with real estate, marketing, and event planning, including coordination of meetings, promotional events, and community engagement efforts.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating a commitment to public service and economic development goals.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Coordinate work effectively across multiple organizations.
Perform multiple tasks simultaneously and manage competing priorities.
Design presentations and deliver public speaking engagements to various audience sizes.
Organize and prioritize activities and projects for maximum efficiency.
Exercise sound independent judgment in decision-making.
Maintain focused attention to detail for extended periods.
Communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Follow written and oral instructions accurately.
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with supervisors, colleagues, elected officials, committees, partner agencies, and the public.
Due to the nature of this position, the successful candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment background check prior to starting the position.
Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

Program & Project Support Provide administrative and project support for economic development initiatives, programs, and work plans led by the Economic Development Director or other senior staff. Assist with tracking project schedules, deliverables, and milestones; prepare status summaries and briefing materials. Coordinate meetings, site visits, and stakeholder engagements related to economic development projects. Support consultant and vendor coordination by assisting with contracts, invoicing, and document management.
Business Engagement & Incentive Support Assist with business retention, expansion, and attraction efforts by coordinating communications, scheduling meetings, and preparing background materials. Support the administration and tracking of economic development incentive programs, ensuring documentation and reporting requirements are met. Compile and maintain records related to incentive agreements, compliance tracking, and performance reporting. Maintain databases of available commercial, industrial, and redevelopment properties.
Data, Research & Reporting Compile, organize, and maintain economic, demographic, workforce, and real estate data to support decision-making. Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and summaries for internal use, partner agencies, and elected officials. Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) by gathering data and coordinating responses with internal and external partners.
Government Relations & Interagency Coordination Support government relations and intergovernmental coordination activities by assisting with scheduling, documentation, and tracking of legislative and policy-related items. Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, correspondence, and briefing materials for boards, committees, and partner organizations. Track policy updates and maintain organized reference materials related to economic development activities.
Marketing, Communications & Events Assist with economic development marketing efforts, including website updates, social media coordination, presentations, and promotional materials. Support planning and execution of events such as business visits, industry tours, groundbreakings, ribbon cuttings, and public meetings. Assist with preparation of presentations and informational materials for public and stakeholder meetings.
Administrative & Operational Support Manage department records, files, and documentation related to economic development programs. Track contracts, invoices, budgets, and expense reports for economic development activities. Schedule meetings, hearings, and travel; maintain calendars for economic development activities. Ensure required postings, reports, and documentation are completed accurately and on time. Other duties as assigned.