Economic Development & Community Growth Specialist

Priority Dispatch Corp.; York (York County); On-site; USD 57,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Employee wellness programs

EAP

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

The City of York is seeking an experienced development professional to oversee Economic and Community Development initiatives in York, PA. You will coordinate with the Redevelopment Authority and stakeholders to advance revitalization efforts, attract investment, and manage strategic projects.

Ideal candidates will have public administration training, grant-writing experience, and strong project-management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in public administration, business admin, planning, housing, communications, economics, or related field.
• 2–5 years’ relevant experience preferred in planning, public policy, economics, business, or environmental studies.
• Fluency in Spanish desired but not required.
• Experience writing grant proposals.
• Project management experience.
• Experience working in diverse communities with DEI principles.
• Ability to manage logistics, details, and deadlines.
• Independent, fast-paced, multi-task environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with diplomacy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support the City of York Redevelopment Authority, including administration of public meetings, agendas, minutes, and materials.
• Serve as liaison to brokerage community, small business community, the Redevelopment Authority, and local stakeholders.
• Develop revitalization initiatives and maintain communication with business advisory groups, government agencies, and citizens.
• Maintain a city business database of vacant or undeveloped properties.
• Create resources promoting retail and industrial opportunities.
• Lead small business initiatives and organize luncheons, summits, and outreach programs.
• Guide small businesses through development processes including permits and codes.
• Manage project support for related special projects and public/private partnerships.
• Identify and support funding through grants, loans, and other mechanisms.
• Represent the City on meetings with City Council, Planning Commission, Zoning Hearing Board, etc.
• Prepare information and offer recommendations to business groups.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in all work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Grant writing

Project management

Public administration

Spanish language

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's/Associate degree in public administration/related field

Job description

The City of York is seeking an experienced development professional to oversee Economic and Community Development initiatives in York, PA. You will coordinate with the Redevelopment Authority and stakeholders to advance revitalization efforts, attract investment, and manage strategic projects.

Ideal candidates will have public administration training, grant-writing experience, and strong project-management and communication skills.