Economic Development Specialist

Gfoat; Lampasas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lampasas is currently accepting applications for the position of Economic Development Specialist. The role provides administrative, technical and research support to the Executive Director/City Manager and ED staff, helping to maintain efficient operations, manage data systems and guide business attraction, retention and redevelopment efforts.

Salary range is $22.035 to $30.849/hour, DOQ, plus excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or commensurate experience.
• 2–4 years in economic development, data analysis, research or related administrative work.
• Ability to pass a physical and drug screen; valid Texas Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, technical and research support to the Executive Director/City Manager and staff.
• Maintain efficient operations and manage data systems for strategic initiatives.
• Assist with departmental purchasing, invoicing and vendor procurement.
• Serve as the primary administrator of the department’s economic development database.

Skills

Graphic design principles

Record keeping

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Data tools

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Professional discretion

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

The City of Lampasas is currently accepting applications for the position of Economic Development Specialist.

Summary of Position

The Economic Development Specialist provides critical support to the Executive Director/City Manager and department staff through a combination of administrative, technical and research functions. This position plays a key role in maintaining efficient operations, managing data systems and ensuring accurate, high-quality information to guide strategic initiatives and business attraction, retention and redevelopment efforts. The Specialist will assist with departmental purchasing, invoicing, vendor procurement while also serving as the primary administrator of the department’s economic development database.

Salary range is $22.035 to $30.849/hour, DOQ, plus excellent benefits.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of basic principles of graphic design;
• Knowledge of basic principles and procedures of record keeping;
• Operations, services and activities of Economic Development Corporations and municipalities;
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations

Skill/Ability to:

• Skilled in research and analysis with the ability to collect, interpret and present complex data clearly and accurately;
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with data tools and platforms;
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines with attention to detail;
• Skilled in written and verbal communication with the ability to engage professionally and effectively with internal staff, business representatives and community stakeholders;
• Skilled in professional judgment and discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information;
• Skilled in providing high-quality service to business community, partners and internal stakeholders;
• Ability to maintain and manage database systems, ensuring data integrity and consistency over time

Acceptable Experience and Training

• Bachelor’s Degree, or progressive work history that provides a commensurate amount of experience;
• At least 2-4 years of work experience in economic development, data analysis, research or related administrative work;
• or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Certificates and Licenses Required

• Valid Texas Drivers’ License;
• Must obtain TEDC Basic Economic Development Certification within one year.

Applicants must be able to pass a physical and drug screen, and background check.

EOE/ADA