Economic Development Specialist

City of Greenbelt • Greenbelt, MD

12h • Hybrid

About The Position

Assist with coordinating the economic development activities to achieve the goals and objectives of the City of Greenbelt. The work is performed under the direction of the Economic Development Manager. This position requires the employee to conduct economic research and collect data, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city staff; businesses and community groups; developers; county, state, and federal officials; and the general public. A significant focus of the work is in Business Retention and Expansion, working with and in support of, Greenbelt’s existing businesses. Position works 20 hours per week and can coordinate final schedule with the Economic Development Manager.

Requirements

• General understanding of economic development, community development, and local government practices.
• Knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of developing and sending out online surveys and analyzing results.
• Knowledge of performing research, compiling information, and making recommendations or presentations on findings.
• Knowledge of all computer applications and hardware related to the performance of the essential functions of the job.
• Knowledge of department organization, standard operating guidelines and policies, rules, and regulations.
• Skill in preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Skill in oral and written communication with a variety of public stakeholders.
• Skill in customer service and problem solving for different constituencies.
• Skill in appropriate research techniques and platforms for acquiring requested data and reports.
• Skill in event coordination, logistics, and planning.
• Skill in data collection and analysis.
• Skill in operating and maintaining all assigned equipment required to perform the essential functions of the job.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; if applicable at least two years of college preferred; and one to two years of progressively responsible experience; or, Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with survey tools a plus.
• Familiarity with CRM systems a plus.
• Familiarity with ESRI or other data mapping tools a plus.

Responsibilities

• Update the City’s existing business list as needed.
• Conduct on-site business visits with the Economic Development Manager and assist in compiling data and information from the visits.
• Support the Economic Development Manager in developing and coordinating activities and strategies for business expansion and retention.
• Conduct economic research, including data collection, processing, and analysis and prepare reports incorporating infographics, maps, and charts in coordination with the Economic Development Manager.
• Develop and distribute comprehensive business surveys to local businesses; conduct outreach; and collect and analyze survey results.
• Assist with coordinating business conferences, workshops, job fairs, and other business engagement activities and events.
• Answer phone calls to the Economic Development office and answer questions or pass calls along to the Economic Development Manager as appropriate.
• Attend meetings as requested and brief supervisor on results of the meetings.
• Complete special projects assigned by the supervisor in support of department goals. Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED