The City of Phoenix Community and Economic Development Department is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and high-performing individual to fill the role of a Community and Economic Development – Economic Development Specialist. The Department has 61 full-time staff among five divisions: Business Attraction, Business Retention and Expansion, Community Development, Administration, Research and Marketing, and International Relations. There is one vacancy in the Community and Economic Development Department, with a focus on the ASU Downtown Campus and Phoenix Bioscience Core programs but will also work on central city redevelopment, transit-oriented development, and other strategic revitalization initiatives.

This position is responsible for assisting in the coordination of economic development and redevelopment projects, programs and initiatives that attract new capital investments, broaden the City's economic base, and create quality jobs for the community. The Community and Economic Development – Economic Development Specialist will provide professional-level support to other department staff in the management and implementation of mixed-use, commercial, office, residential, industrial, and transit-oriented development projects and other economic development or redevelopment initiatives. This role will work in collaboration with internal staff and external customers and possess knowledge of Phoenix ordinances, codes, policies, and development processes.

Duties include:

• Managing and monitoring contracts.
• Tracking and reporting performance metrics.
• Monitoring budgets.
• Developing written and statistical reports to summarize activity.
• Conducting solicitations for consultant and developer proposals.
• Providing research and analysis.
• Coordinating with local businesses, government entities, property owners, development representatives, and the media.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Supportive of a team-oriented environment.

$52,644.80 - $80,100.80 annually. Candidates may be hired up to $80,100.80 depending upon qualifications.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

• Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information
• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
• Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Employer paid long-term disability
• Free Bus/light rail pass
• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
• Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi

For more details, visit: Unit 007 Benefits

• Two years of professional level experience in commercial leasing, real estate contract negotiation, or economic development, redevelopment, or business assistance.
• Including experience in program implementation, marketing, and public information efforts.
• Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, economic development, urban planning, or a closely related field.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
• The City job description can be found here.
• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• This position requires the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
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The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:

• Experience preparing and conducting solicitations for consultant/professional services and development proposals with procurement staff.
• Experience developing and managing consultant contracts and development agreements.
• Experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders on development projects or initiatives.
• Experience facilitating transit-oriented development and redevelopment projects or initiatives.

Recruitment closes May 17, 2023. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and generates a one time use only list. Once interviews are conducted and candidates are selected, this job posting will be considered closed and candidates will no longer be in consideration for the position applied for. This posting will not result in any ongoing eligibility list.

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

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Economic Development Specialist, JC:08830, ID# 50208, 05/05/23, USM, DB, Benefits:007.

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City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.