Economic Development Specialist

City of Antioch•Antioch, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Antioch is currently accepting applications for the Economic Development Specialist within the Community & Economic Development Department. The Economic Development Division is responsible for the City's efforts to attract, retain, expand, and assist businesses in Antioch, generating wealth through which community benefits are realized. The end goal is a business community known for its complexity and diversity. The division supports a wide range of programs and initiatives to help existing businesses and attract new ones. Outreach to businesses, property owners and commercial real estate brokers is a key component of the division’s strategy. This position will be posted through September 18, 2026, or until 200 applications are received. Applicants interested in applying are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Under general supervision, the Economic Development Specialist is a key specialist and performs professional-level analytical, research, programmatic, and administrative work in support of the City's economic development initiatives, redevelopment activities, business retention and attraction efforts, and strategic economic development planning functions. This position prepares reports, maintains dashboards, audits, and performance metrics; supports grant and contract administration; and assists management staff with special projects and economic development strategies.

Requirements

Knowledge of principles and practices of economic development, redevelopment, and community development.
Knowledge of economic research methods, statistical analysis, and performance measurement techniques.
Knowledge of municipal government operations and public administration.
Knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and fiscal impact analysis.
Knowledge of business attraction, retention, expansion, and workforce development strategies.
Knowledge of data management, reporting systems, and business intelligence tools.
Knowledge of principles of project management and program administration.
Knowledge of research methodologies and techniques for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local economic development programs and funding sources.
Knowledge of grant administration, compliance monitoring, and reporting requirements.
Knowledge of contract and agreement administration practices.
Knowledge of public sector budgeting and financial reporting principles.
Knowledge of customer service and public relations techniques.
Knowledge of modern office technology and software applications, including Microsoft Excel, Power BI, GIS, database management systems, and presentation software.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies affecting economic development activities.
Ability to analyze complex economic, financial, operational, and demographic data and draw meaningful conclusions.
Ability to prepare clear, concise, and professional reports, dashboards, presentations, and correspondence.
Ability to conduct research and present findings and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
Ability to develop and maintain databases, tracking systems, performance metrics, and reporting tools.
Ability to monitor program performance and identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects and meet competing deadlines.
Ability to interpret contracts, grants, agreements, policies, and regulations.
Ability to support audits, compliance reviews, and performance evaluations.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, businesses, developers, public agencies, and community organizations.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Economics, Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Finance, Data Analytics, Statistics, Political Science, or a closely related field or a high school diploma/GED and two (2) years of directly related and progressively responsible experience in economic development, public administration, business analysis, financial analysis, research, planning, data analytics, and grant administration.
Two years (2) years of progressively responsible experience in economic development, public administration, business analysis, financial analysis, research, planning, data analytics, grant administration, or a related field.
Possession of a valid California driver’s license. For out-of-state candidates, we will accept an out-of-state driver’s license at the time of application; however, a valid California driver’s license must be obtained by the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

Collect, analyze, interpret, and present economic and financial data related to commercial activity, development projects, property assets, sales tax performance, employment trends, housing production, and other economic indicators.
Develop and maintain databases and reporting tools, spreadsheets, and monitor economic development performance metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), dashboards, and benchmarking reports.
Assist with annual and periodic audits, compliance reviews, grant reporting requirements, and performance evaluations for economic development programs and initiatives.
Research federal, state, regional, and local funding opportunities and assist in preparing grant applications, reports, and supporting documentation.
Provide analytical and administrative support for economic development programs, redevelopment projects, incentive programs, special initiatives, preparing presentations and informational materials for public meetings, business forums, commissions, and community events.
Prepare comprehensive staff reports, City Council agenda reports, presentations, briefing materials, correspondence, and other documents for management, commissions, and stakeholders.
Compile and prepare monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc reports regarding economic development activities, program outcomes, financial performance, and strategic initiatives.
Assist in budget preparation, budget monitoring, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting for economic development programs.
Serve as a liaison with City departments, businesses, community organizations, chambers of commerce, regional agencies, consultants, and other stakeholders regarding assigned projects and initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.