Technical Assistant - Economic Development

City of Lancaster•Lancaster, CA

4h•$22 - $26

About The Position

Under general supervision, provides assistance in general administrative and technical functions for the Economic Development division within the City Manager’s Office. This role’s primary focus will be on Economic Development and will also provide direct support to The BLVD Association, including business engagement, meeting coordination, and communications support.

Requirements

Organization and time-management skills
Experience with social media platforms, digital outreach, and content creation, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Constant Contact, and Canva
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to interact tactfully and professionally with staff, stakeholders, and the public
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance.

Nice To Haves

Completed coursework in areas of study such as Liberal Arts, Business, Public Affairs, Economic Development, and Real Estate is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide the public with information regarding Economic Development projects and programs, including counter service, answering phones, and responding to e-mails.
Perform support functions for Economic Development projects and programs, such as small business assistance and outreach; shop local campaigns; business attract ion and retention efforts; workforce development initiatives; and marketing for these programs.
Conduct research for new and existing projects in the Economic Development division to help determine best practices.
Serve as a key liaison to local business owners and community stakeholders, maintaining positive and professional working relationships.
Assist with planning, preparing agendas, taking meeting notes, and attending public meetings and community-facing events.
Create and manage content for social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, including the development of reels and promotional media.
Support outreach efforts designed to strengthen connections between the City and local businesses.
Prepare written content for various communication platforms, including the City’s Outlook Magazine, newsletters distributed through Constant Contact, and social media.
Schedule meetings and provide calendar support for senior staff, including travel arrangements.
Process invoices and assist with basic budget administration for the Economic Development division. Perform clerical duties including typing, proofreading, editing, formatting, copying, and distributing a variety of documents from rough draft or verbal instruction.
Receive, sort, and distribute incoming and outgoing inter-office and U.S. Mail.
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with City staff and members of the public.