Project-Focused Economic Development Coordinator

West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Grand Rapids is seeking an Economic Development Coordinator I - Project Intake to support the application and approval process for tax abatement and tax increment financing programs. The role focuses on Brownfield Redevelopment Authority projects and related city priorities.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, urban planning, or a related field, plus three years of economic development experience.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience related to economic development.
• Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, urban planning or related field.

Responsibilities

• Supports the core programs of the Economic Development Department, including various tax abatement programs and Brownfield redevelopment projects.
• Evaluates project proformas to determine appropriate level of incentive support.
• Collaborates with businesses and developers to ensure projects support City priorities.
• Responds to inquiries from potential applicants, other municipalities requesting information and citizen inquiries regarding specific projects.
• Supports utilization of grant funds; financial administration and reporting requirements of grants.
• Attends and presents at a variety of internal and public meetings including monthly board meetings of the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority.

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, urban planning or related field

Job description

City of Grand Rapids is seeking an Economic Development Coordinator I - Project Intake to support the application and approval process for tax abatement and tax increment financing programs. The role focuses on Brownfield Redevelopment Authority projects and related city priorities.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, urban planning, or a related field, plus three years of economic development experience.