EDC Coordinator

City of Arlington; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Arlington seeks an experienced Administrative Manager to support and implement initiatives aimed at improving the economic health of the community. This role provides executive support and office administration to the Executive Director, Assistant Executive Director and other key Directors and Managers.

Responsibilities include coordinating meetings, travel, reporting, and project support for economic development initiatives; managing procurement and budgets; and representing the

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Economic Development, Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning, or related field.
• Three (3) years of urban economic development or related experience.
• Valid Class C Texas Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee a diverse range of advanced, multi-track tasks, including deadlines, appointments, internal and external meetings, travel arrangements, committee meetings, and special events.
• Help maintain the Executive Director’s and Assistant Executive Director’s appointment calendar and arrange related travel, including vouchers and expense reports.
• Coordinate, guide, and support a variety of projects related to community events, private or council committee meetings, and special assignments.
• Assess incoming leads and prospects related to economic development opportunities.
• Route these leads to appropriate internal teams or partners for follow-up and action.
• Oversee and manage the department’s purchasing card expenditures and ensure transactions are documented, compliant with policies and within budget.

Skills

Customer service

Meeting coordination

Budget management

Project coordination

Executive support

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Economic Development

Tools

HubSpot

Job description

SALARY $61,733.50 - $77,166.85

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for supporting and implementing initiatives aimed at improving the economic health and growth of the community This position will provide executive support, including office administration to the Executive Director, Assistant Executive Director and other key Corporation Directors and Managers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate and oversee a diverse range of advanced, multi-track tasks, including deadlines, appointments, internal and external meetings, travel arrangements, committee meetings, and special events.
• Help maintain the Executive Director’s and Assistant Executive Director’s appointment calendar and arrange related travel, including vouchers and expense reports.
• Coordinate, guide, and support a variety of projects related to community events, private or council committee meetings, and special assignments.
• Assess incoming leads and prospects related to economic development opportunities.
• Route these leads to appropriate internal teams or partners for follow-up and action.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Oversee and manage the department’s purchasing card expenditures.
• Ensure all transactions are documented, compliant with organizational policies, and within budget limits.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of quarterly business plan reports.
• Gather input from various departments, compile data, and ensure that reports align with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
• Represent the Economic Development Corporation on various city-wide committees focused on issues related to economic growth, urban planning, infrastructure, and community development.
• On a nontypical basis, may perform other additional duties not listed in this description that are in alignment with the scope of essential job functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Ability to embrace and embody the City’s efforts “Working Together to Make Arlington Better”—and values of providing outstanding customer service; exceeding expectations in delivering core service and daily operations; diversity, creating positive relationships, and maintaining effective partnerships with the community and organizations; upholding the highest professional and ethical standards; achieving results through planned actions and measurable performance. Ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties which are often characterized by frequent change. Ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations. Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including but not limited to: Printers Multi-Channel radio. Copier. Ability to operate a personal computer, proficiency in MS Office Suite. Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate networking and off-site meetings as well as travel both domestically and internationally. Ability to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives. Ability to calculate, compute, tabulate and summarize data and/or information. Includes the ability to perform subsequent analysis and actions in relation to these computational operations. Ability to work in an office environment and supporting a team; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates, and customers with respect. Ability to be resourceful; detail-oriented; proactive; solution-focused; able to work independently; demonstrates strong work ethic. Ability to build professional relationships with internal staff and customers. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Qualifying Education and Experience: Associate degree in Economic Development, Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning, or a related field from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration. Three (3) years of experience in urban economic development, business assistance, public administration, infrastructure development, commercial development, public and/or private finance, or workforce development. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a valid Class C Texas Driver License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Knowledge of Software programs (including HubSpot). Knowledge of/interest in economic development principles. Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, work environment. Ability to not be satisfied with the status-quo and continually looking to innovate.

Preferred Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Economic Development, Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning, or a related field.

Basic Economic Development Course Employment Screenings Required: Criminal Background Check Drug & Alcohol Testing Motor Vehicle Record Review (MVR)

The City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The people that work for the City of Arlington directly impact our community, citizens, visitors and businesses. Become a leader in your chosen profession by joining the City’s dynamic workforce and make a positive contribution to the American Dream City!

The City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will make reasonable accommodations upon request for qualified individuals with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodations should be sent to [e-mail].