Public Private Partnership Coordinator

City of Charlotte•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

Serves as a collaborator and catalyst for transformative real estate and economic development projects within the City of Charlotte. This position evaluates, plans, and executes complex public private partnership initiatives from inception through completion. Supports executive leadership in negotiating infrastructure reimbursement agreements, coordinates cross-departmental efforts, and ensures projects advance the City’s goals for equitable and sustainable development. Provides a personalize level of service to development partners and internal stakeholders to help streamline processes, mitigate risk, and deliver impactful community outcome. The Department is seeking a Public Private Partnership (P3) Coordinator to provide cross-departmental support to the City’s public private partnership and redevelopment initiatives.

Requirements

Exhibits strong organizational, administrative, and problem-solving skills, has the ability to communicate effectively, can handle multiple projects and is able to prioritize assignments
Knowledge and understanding of theories, principles, and practices related to economic development, land use, project financing, strategic planning, urban planning, and real estate development
Ability to analyze real estate development financial statements and pro formas, market studies, development plans, and bid documents
Demonstrated understanding of development incentive tools, such as tax increment
Exhibits effective verbal, written, and listening communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all levels of City staff, applicants, representatives of agencies and community groups, the development community, media representatives, the public, and others encountered in the course of work
Proven ability to work as a team member and collaborate well with diverse partners and stakeholder groups
Robust affinity for innovation and curiosity
Works well independently and within a team environment
Strong influencing and promotional skills
Proficient with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to conduct research, analyze data, and prepare and maintain reports
Thorough understanding of research methods and analysis techniques
High School Graduate or Equivalent and nine (9) years of related work experience OR 2 Year College Degree and seven (7) years of related work experience OR Bachelor's Level Degree and five (5) year of related work experience OR Master's Level Degree and three (3) year of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential job duties

Responsibilities

Identify and evaluate potential P3 projects for City participation
Evaluate merits and public benefit of potential P3 projects utilizing cost/benefit analysis, fiscal and/or economic impact analyses, and market assessments
Negotiate, develop, and monitor P3 project agreements associated with transformative development/redevelopment opportunities throughout the city
Monitor active P3 projects to ensure compliance and reporting standards are being met by all partners
Identify and resolve critical issues affecting the feasibility and success of various economic development policies and strategies associated with P3 initiatives
Coordinate with other City departments to identify and facilitate opportunities to leverage private investment through strategic public infrastructure investment
Analyze and translate complex economic development topics and technical data into an easily understood format for policy makers and the general public
Research and document best practices related to business trends, demographic profiles, land planning, and real estate development
Coordinate and assist with zoning and land use research, data analysis, investigation, and problem solving related to specific development sites
Prepare and deliver P3 program/project presentations to neighborhood, educational, civic, and professional organizations
Respond to requests for information from Council Members, business prospects, residents, and developers
Perform other duties as required at the discretion of the supervisor