DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Company: City of South El Monte
Location: South El Monte
Posted on: May 13, 2025

Job Description:

DEFINITION
Under direction from the City Manager, serves as a member of the City's executive management team; plans, directs, organizes, budgets, coordinates and oversees the programs, projects, activities and operations of the Economic Development Department. He/She will establish and maintain liaison to the Planning Commission, capital improvement projects, other committees as needed, and the general public. He/She assures the integrity of all Economic Development services; is well versed in the principles methods and practices of economic development that includes strong negotiating and facilitation skills; has familiarity with the fundamentals of real-estate analysis including financial and economic review processes; and oversees the administration of professional consulting services contracts. Provides leadership regarding departmental strategies, resource requirements and competing priorities to attain community needs. Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Supervision is received from the City Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assume full management responsibilities for Economic Development Departmental Services and Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Plans, organizes, and directs Economic Development operations including current and advanced planning, environmental planning (CEQA compliance).
• Reviews major land use, businesses, construction and building projects with other Staff, Managers, Commissions, Committees, City Manager and City Council to enhance and maintain successful programs and projects to help shape the growth and development of the City.
• Facilitates private development in the City through meetings and outreach to developers, brokers, and retail tenants.
• Obtain and manage state and federal grant monies for private development and other projects.
• Understand Budgetary practices and economics in the field of economic development, direct the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies, monitor and approve expenditures and implement mid-year adjustments.
• Represents the Economic Development Department to other line departments, elected officials, and outside agencies and organizations.
• Courts developers and businesses and negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Supervise and coordinate the technical research required in the economic development review process.
• Develop and Present highly technical & analyzed information, studies and reports, as well as ordinances, resolutions, and staff report clearly and concisely to various divisions, commissions, City Council and lay groups orally and in writing.
• Hires, trains, motivates, evaluates, disciplines, plans and organizes workloads for assigned staff and consultants.
• Analyzes local, State and Federal legislation; advises and develops City policy in the areas economic development,
• Engages intergovernmental organizations and represents the City in Economic Development forums.
• Perform a variety of public relations and outreach work related to Economic development, redevelopment activities.
• Generates private sector investment and economic development interest in the revitalization of properties in the City by working with real estate brokers, merchant builders and private investment firms.
• Evaluates business processes and implements modernization strategies, where needed, develops and leads staff to implement short and long-range plans and projects related to economic development.
• Responds to public inquiries about economic development, regulations, and ordinances.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the City Manager.JOB REQUIREMENTS
  Knowledge:
  • Principles and practices of Public Administration, Organization and Management.
  • Principles, methods, and procedures of Economic Development.
  • Budget Techniques.
  • City Municipal Code, General Plan, Subdivision Map Act.
  • State and Federal regulations and legislation.
  • Principles of urban design, planning and zoning laws, land develop process.
  • Adept regulation research, English Language usage, writing and interpretation skills.
  • Marketing and Public Relations, principles and techniques.
  • Technology systems and relevant software applications.
  • Supervise, evaluate, and direct assigned staff.
  • Initiate, negotiate, and/or review complex development proposals.
  • Adapt in a high-volume, fast-paced working atmosphere with multiple priorities.
  • Develop comprehensive plans to meet future City needs/services.
  • Deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions.
  • Coordinates with developers and brokers effectively.
  • Competencies:
  • Project Management - Ensures clear definition of project goal and criteria for success.
  • Strategic View - Focuses on the future and where current trends will lead.
  • Managing Change - Involves key stakeholder in planning and decision making.
  • Process Improvement - Controlling and Improving processes and workflow.
  • Organizational Design and Structure - Evaluates alternative organizational designs and selects the one best suited to meeting customer needs.
  • Organizational Savvy - Understands the inner workings and interrelationships of the organization.
  • Fiscal Acumen - Spends organizational funds wisely and strategically.
  • Managing Performance - Sets and aligns individual performance goals with the goals of the unit and the overall organization.
  • Empowering Others - Allocates responsibility to others according to their abilities and opportunities for development.
  • Leadership - Creates a positive work environment in which all are motivated to do their best.
  • Handling Conflict - Deals with interpersonally or politically challenging situations calmly and diplomatically, diffusing tension.
  • Influencing - Persuades others to consider and adopt a new position or attitude on a topic.
  • Presentation Skill - Delivers clear, organized, and persuasive messages.
  • Innovation - Readily spots/identifies current opportunities for improvement.
  • Gathering and Analyzing Data - Organizes, codes, aggregates, and disaggregates data for analysis and produces data that can be trusted.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Experience:
    • Five (5) years increasingly responsible experience in urban planning, Public Administration, Economics, Engineering, or closely related field. A Master's Degree in an applicable field is highly desirable. At least three years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the public service sector, and in supervisory management capacity. Demonstrated commitment to collaboration, innovation, open and transparent communication, and fiscal management. Management certifications from accredited universities or institutions is also a plus.Education:
      • Bachelor's degree in Urban and/or Regional planning, Geography, public administration, or a closely related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
      • Licenses and Certificates
      • Possession of a valid Class C California State Driver's License at the time of employment and continuously throughout employment.
        PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
        
        The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
        
        Physical Demands:
        • Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
        • Frequently required to talk or hear.
        • Sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls.
        • Reach with hands and arms.
        • Occasionally required to stand or walk.
        • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
        • Vision abilities required for close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Working Conditions:
          • Sedentary, office settings.
          • Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments and construction sites.
          • Exposure to weather conditions including wet and/or humid conditions, or airborne particles.
          • Noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderate in the field.
          • Ability to work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays in order to complete projects.
            
            
            Compensation details: 70.13-96.15 Hourly Wage
            
            
            
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