Economic Development Officer - Morehead City, NC

Join our dynamic team as an Economic Development Officer and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our community! We seek an innovative and passionate individual ready to drive economic growth, foster strategic partnerships, and implement initiatives that invigorate local businesses and enhance quality of life. As an Economic Development Officer, you'll have the unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in market analysis, project management, and community engagement to create sustainable economic opportunities. If you're a visionary leader eager to make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you! 

The Economic Development Officer is responsible for researching, developing, and executing strategies to implement the City's economic development programs, including workforce revitalization, vitality, and redevelopment. Work is performed under the general direction of the Planning and Inspections Director, who exercises limited supervision over assigned personnel.

 Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing, implementing, and monitoring the City's economic development strategy, which includes short-, medium-, and long-range goals for the City and its business districts.
• Developing, facilitating, and monitoring economic development best practices regarding public and private financing or assistance programs designed to enhance the development of the City and its extraterritorial jurisdiction.
• Assisting developers, businesses, real estate professionals, property owners, and other interested parties in matters vital to community revitalization and redevelopment. 
• Developing and implementing programs to retain and support established businesses. 
• Collecting data and conducting complex data analysis, reporting, project management, and implementation related to the city's physical and socio-economic condition. 
• Developing and maintaining inventories of existing businesses and available properties that provide opportunities for redevelopment and improvement programs. 
• Developing public awareness and education campaigns that engage with the public through speaking engagements, media interviews, and personal appearances, as directed.
• Researching and developing financial resources and partnerships to achieve tangible results.
• Attending and participating in professional groups and committees, as directed.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of modern principles, practices, and techniques of economic development, redevelopment, marketing, and financing methods available for community and economic growth. 
• Thorough knowledge of the laws, charter provisions, and ordinances affecting development, redevelopment, land acquisition, planning, and zoning processes following State and local regulations. 
• Thorough knowledge of market forces, development requirements, and local, regional, State, and national economies. 
• Considerable knowledge of federal community development programs, regulations, and administrative requirements. 
• Applicable knowledge of laws relating to growth management, SEPA, real estate, and land use.
• Knowledge of federal grant application, management, and community and economic development compliance requirements. 
• Knowledge of State procurement law and local ordinances and policies about procurement. 
• Understanding of development finance practices and techniques. 

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning, Economics, Business/Public Administration, or a closely related field (Master's Degree Preferred) and five years of increasingly responsible management experience related to economic development, commercial real estate development, community development, or closely related field.
• Certifications preferred: IEDC, CEcD, EDFP, or AICP.

The salary range for this position is $71,820 to $107,730.   Placement within the range will depend upon a candidate's successful qualifications and experience.  The City provides a comprehensive benefits package, which can be found on the City's website at https://moreheadcitync.org/246/Employee-Benefits

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity to join a professional and dedicated team, please submit a cover letter, resume, and a City application found at https://moreheadcitync.org/247/Employment-Application and either:

• Email to: employmentapplications@moreheadcitync.org; 
• Mail to: Town of Morehead City, Human Resources Department, 1100 Bridges Street, Morehead City, NC 28557

Questions regarding this job announcement may be directed to the Human Resources Department at 252-726-6848, extension 124. The City reserves the right to consider only applicants who meet the position's qualifications. 

Disclaimer 

This position announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. The Town of Morehead City reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.

Morehead City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application deadline:   Open Until Filled / EOE