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City of Largo, FL

Economic Development Coordinator

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Mission: Provide Superior Services that Inspire Community Pride

Vision: To be the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay

Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity

Largo's commitment to a High Performance Organization (HPO) model builds a flexible and resilient organization that intentionally builds leadership capacity at all levels of the organization.

CITY OF LARGO ... Naturally A Great Place to Work!

Closing:

Continuous

Salary:

$59,821 - 95,701 USD Annually

Job Summary:

The City of Largo invites you to join a team of creative and talented professionals committed to making Largo the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay! We are looking for a motivated team player to complete economic development research and related activities, including implementing and monitoring programs which encourage economic development in the city. The ideal individual would have the drive to develops strong public relationship with the community in both public and private sectors, non-profit organizations, academic and business institutions, as well as entrepreneurial and civic groups.
If you are a critical thinker who is a team player, self-motivated, able to build relationships while delivering our city values of integrity, creativity, passion, and collaboration with previous local government experience – this position is for you!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All employees share components of leadership, management, technical, and team skills to assist in making the City of Largo the community of choice in Tampa Bay.

Leadership

Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City’s mission, vision, and values and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City’s strategic plan
Champions a high performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives
Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services
Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture
Ensures thoughtful risk-taking and a focus on achieving results in all activities

Management

Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities
Follows suggested procedures to assure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety and risk avoidance

Technical

Prepares and makes reports, presentations, ordinances, resolutions and other documents to the City Commission, Community Redevelopment Agency, the Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board, Community Development Advisory Board and other Boards as needed
Provides information to businesses on City, County, State and Federal or Private Economic and Community Development programs or workforce development programs
Provides information and assistance to businesses and the community regarding site selection location which may involve real estate, land use, taxes, buildings, infrastructure, natural resources, etc.
Attends appropriate local and regional events associated with economic development, real estate development, etc.
Drafts, markets and updates community profiles, demographic information, workforce and development facts and figures and other information to assist businesses in assessing data for site selection and growth project decisions
Serves as a representative for the City at Chamber of Commerce, community and economic development group meetings and events
From time to time may meet with business and development representatives in roundtable or community conversation formats to obtain feedback, community desires, and determine needs for programs, support activities, and policy making
Designs, organizes, markets and presents events, seminars, workshops, meetings, etc. to promote economic and community development activities

Redevelopment / Business Ombudsman:

Provides technical assistance and serves as an advocate and ombudsman for businesses to identify and resolve business and permitting challenges
Develops, administers, monitors or evaluates economic development grants and/or contracts for conformance, effectiveness and timeliness
Analyzes applications for incentives for feasibility and conformance with City/Redevelopment programs, regulations and guidelines, etc.
Serves as the Board Liaison for the Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board

Annexation:

Coordinates the process of annexation for unincorporated Pinellas County properties located within the Largo Planning Service Area (PSA) under the guidance of the Economic Development Manager
Engages unincorporated Pinellas County property owners to discuss annexation into Largo and to provide the benefits of being a part of the Largo community
Clearly communicates and simplifies complex information to stakeholders
Works with the City Attorney on documents and regulations pertaining to annexation, including but not limited to agreements, ordinances, and regulations (public notices, letters, maps, and advertisements)
Prepares and processes the appropriate annexation agreements, maps and other supporting documents needed to meet the local and state laws in order to annex properties into the City of Largo
Provides information and establishes an ongoing dialogue with various City Departments affected with the annexation program

Maintains records for annexation liabilities associated with annexation agreements

Team Skills

Supports honest and transparent decision-making
Collaborates with all construction team members, engineers, contractors and City staff in building upon ideas, personal accountability, and ownership of roles, projects and assignments
Openly exhibits a positive attitude, in word and action, and encourages others to do the same

Performs related work as assigned.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATUS: As a condition of employment, City of Largo employees will be required to work as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) in Business/Public Administration, Political Science, Economics, Finance, Urban Planning, Real Estate, or a closely related field from an accredited institution
Three (3) years directly related experience in economic development or closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and training
Certification as a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), American Institute of Certified Planner (AICP), or a valid Florida Real Estate License is preferred
Valid Driver’s License

If a candidate cannot be identified with both a Bachelor’s Degree (or preferred Masters degree) and related experience, those with a requisite combination of suitable education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Working knowledge of:
- policies, functions, and responsibilities of local government or public jurisdictions
- land use, real estate, and development codes
Advanced:
- interpersonal presentation, and communication skills (verbal and written)
- conflict resolution skills with the ability to identify solutions
Excellent computer skills including proficiency in business software such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, etc.
Demonstrated ability to:
- understand legal documents
- coordinate and analyze data and provide technical financial or economic reports, projects, research, press releases or news information articles
- meet the public and answer procedural questions relating to departmental operations
- engage with a broad variety of groups and individuals including community groups, residents, business owners, and elected officials
- manage multiple priorities
- work both independently and as a member of a team
- maintain effective working relationships with City employees, government officials, and other professional staff
Knowledge of applicable laws, codes and regulations, concerning land use and the development process
Knowledge of geographic information systems (GIS)

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment: 90% inside a climate controlled building; 10% outside which includes driving. Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with some travel to different sites to interact with residents and business owners/managers; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
Physical Requirements: The essential functions of the job require: sitting approximately six (6) hours per day, standing approximately one (1) hour per day, and walking approximately one (1) hour per day. The job also requires frequent fine manipulations, grasping, reaching, repetitive motion, and lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 15 pounds. On rare occasions the work requires bending/stooping and lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 44 pounds.
Sensory Requirements: Hearing: Ability to understand what others are saying in normal conversation and on the telephone. Speaking: Ability to communicate orally with others and speak effectively on the telephone and while giving formal presentations to groups. Seeing: Ability to see and read plans and computer monitor screens, operate a vehicle, and read normal and/or fine print.
Driving Requirements: The work requires occasional driving and possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License.
Technology: The work requires ability to operate telephones, smart phones, tablets, photocopiers, printers, desktop, laptop computers, calculators and all associated software. The work also requires proficiency with computer hardware and software programs including word, spreadsheet and/or database applications, internet applications, and database management.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

No - DRUG TESTING (Safety Sensitive)

No - CHILDCARE FINGERPRINTING

No – CREDIT CHECK

No - FDLE AND CJSTC SECURITY CLEARANCE: As mandated by the FDLE, CJSTC and the Largo Police Department, this position may be subject to additional security clearances due to access to the police department facility or police department's electronic data.

About Us

The City of Largo a great place to work, naturally! Largo is the third-largest city in Pinellas County and the fourth largest in the Tampa Bay area. Conveniently located near world-class beaches and attractions in a picturesque natural setting, Largo offers a great quality of life for residents with affordable housing and entertainment, an engaged and active community along with safe and attractive streets. The City Parks system is made up of nearly 500 acres of green space including 20 parks, 11 miles of walking trails and many opportunities to canoe, kayak, and paddleboard.

About the Organization

The organization serves over 80 thousand residents and four thousand businesses by providing superior services that inspire community pride. The organization is made up of 12 departments with a shared strategic focus on sustainability, public health & safety, and community pride.

Largo is committed to building a High-Performance Organization (HPO) model to intentionally support flexibility, resiliency, and leadership capacity at all levels of the organization. HPO empowers individuals to participate in meaningful projects and initiatives to promote employee and community engagement.

As a national Top Workplace winner three years in a row, the City of Largo is proud of our innovative, collaborative, and passionate workforce. Team members enjoy competitive compensation, professional and personal development, generous benefits and leave packages, and work-life balance. A family-friendly atmosphere, tree-lined streets, and award-winning parks just begin to define the community we serve. The City of Largo prides itself on living up to its vision of being the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay, Naturally! To learn more about the organization, please watch the

City of Largo Values

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About our Benefits

Team members enjoy competitive compensation, professional and personal development, generous benefits, leave packages, and a flexible work life balance. Largo provides medical, dental, and vision coverage as well as wellness benefits. Additional benefits include flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA) along with paid life insurance and AD&D coverage. Supplemental life is offered at additional cost.

Full-time team members are enrolled in a Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with a generous 6% City match. Public Safety team members covered by IAFF (Fire) and PBA (Police) have plan provisions outlined in each union agreement. All team members are eligible to open an optional Deferred Compensation 457(b) and/or Roth 457(b).

Benefits also include 11 paid leave days and 24 hour full access to fitness centers. Continuous learning is supported through tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities. For more information on the City of Largo Employee Benefits offerings, please review our

Largo Lifeline

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