Economic Development Specialist

Gfoat; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat in Baytown, Texas is seeking a Project Data & Program Support professional to handle various duties, including maintaining economic development metrics and providing administrative support.

The role involves coordinating logistics for meetings and events, developing marketing content, and assisting in community outreach programs. Ideal candidates should possess an Associate's Degree and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• One year of professional experience in a related role.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Update and maintain economic development metrics and KPIs.
• Provide administrative support for business retention programs.
• Prepare materials for council and board meetings.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, events, and conferences.

Skills

Project management

Administrative support

Public relations

Technical writing

Education

Associate’s Degree in Public Administration or Business Administration

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or Business Administration (preferred)

Job description

Duties:

Project Data & Program Support

• Responsible for updating and maintaining accurate information for economic development metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and outcomes.
• Provides administrative and technical support for business retention and expansion programs, including the grants and other incentive initiatives.
• Coordinates logistics for site visits and prepares professional briefing documents, presentation materials, and project packets.
• Maintains confidential project information within the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, ensuring records remain current and accurate.

Administrative, Operations, & Board Support

• Prepares agendas, reports, minutes, and other materials for City Council, Municipal Development District, Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone, and Redevelopment Authority and various boards or committees.
• Performs budget-related tasks including invoice processing, travel coordination, purchasing, and expense tracking.
• Screens and handles a variety of economic development inquiries from the public, developers, and business community by telephone, email, and in person.
• Coordinates logistics for meetings, events, and conferences, including setup, breakdown, and technical support.
• Coordinates with internal departments to ensure contracts, agreements, and key documents are reviewed and processed appropriately.

Communications, Outreach & Marketing

• Updates economic development content for the City’s website and social media platforms.
• Supports vendor events, business outreach activities, and community programs that promote businesses and other economic development initiatives.
• Assists with downtown economic revitalization strategies focused on historic preservation, awareness, and educational programming.
• Supports with lead generation, lead follow-up, and general business outreach.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Required:

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or institution in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• One year of professional experience in a related role.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).

OR

• An equivalent combination of education, experience, certification and/or licenses sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or institution in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Prior municipal government experience.