- Assist the Director in administering economic development and planning initiatives, including budget preparation, neighborhood planning, marketing priority sites, grant writing, capital improvement planning, riverfront planning, master planning, community outreach and general project management activities.
- Collaborate with the Urban Planner to prepare recommendations and reports for the Planning Commission, Board of Appeals on Zoning, Historic District Commission, and City Council on planning, development review, and other related issues.
- Provide daily in-house support for planning and economic development activities.
- Conduct short-term and long-term research on planning, development, market conditions, housing and other related issues.
- Lead or contribute to the preparation of plans, strategies, and analyses.
- Research additional funding sources for local and regional government initiatives and prepare and submit applications as directed.
- Conduct community and demographic research utilizing Placerai.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or related field with emphasis on communication, social science, public administration, finance, economics or marketing.
- Two to five years of experience in city planning, economic development, or small business assistance.
- Prior experience in grant writing and project management, preferred.
- Demonstrated research and analytical skills, preferable with experience using Placerai.
- Knowledge of Michigan Economic Development Incentives, Tax Increment Financing statutes, zoning codes and other relevant ordinances.
- Familiarity with ArcGIS.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Must be conversant with rudimentary public hearing and administrative hearing procedures and be able to conduct public hearings.
- Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license.
- Ability to represent the City at various meetings, which may require extended hours and evenings as needed.
- Drives a city vehicle.
- Conduct field inspections of sites and developed properties outside of the office.
- Attend meetings in the community outside of City Hall.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield HealthCare with low bi-weekly employee premium contributions.
- Dental Insurance and Vision Plan; premium paid by the City
- MERS Hybrid Retirement Plan: 2 plans in one - Defined benefit plan with the investment choice of a defined contribution plan.
- Healthcare Savings Plan: Savings Plan to help you prepare for the costs of health care after you leave employment.
- Life Insurance
- 13 Paid Holidays
- PTO (Paid Time Off) days based on length of service; accrual can be up to 22 days during the first year of employment.
- Long/Short Term Disability Benefits
- Deferred Compensation Program: Voluntary 457 and Roth IRA
- Tuition Reimbursement Program and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Less than 1 year
- One - Two years of experience
- Two to Three years of experience
- Three to Four years of experience
- Four to Five years of experience
- Five or more years of experience
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- Not Applicable
- Basic knowledge
- Limited experience
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Expert
- Yes
- No
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Community Development Specialist - Saginaw, United States - City of Saginaw, MI
Description
Salary : $60, $66,456.00 AnnuallyLocation : Saginaw, MI
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Inspections and Neighborhood Services
Division: Inspections and Neighborhood Services Department
Opening Date: 05/07/2024
Closing Date: 5/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Position will become effective on or after July 1, 2024.
*Open to SEIU Salaried Members and the Public*
SEIU Salaried Members must apply within the first 14 days of this posting to be considered as an in-house candidate. Any applications received after the first 14 days will be considered with applications from the public.
Applications will be screened. Those qualified will be invited to participate in an written exam and interview. Applicants must successfully pass each of the selection processes by a score of 70% or better to proceed in the process.
This posting is subject to close after 14 days
The Community Development Specialist is a professional position that provides a pivotal role in supporting the growth and well-being of businesses and residents within the City of Saginaw. The primary focus is on aiding local and regional initiatives in community development, economic growth, and planning. Additionally, the role involves providing administrative and planning support to the Director of Planning & Economic Development.
Major Duties
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Do you possess a valid State of Michigan Driver's License?
Do you hold a Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or a related field such as Communication, Social Science, Public Administration, Finance, Economics or Marketing?
How many years of experience do you have in city planning, economic development, or small business assistance?
Have you had prior experience in grant writing and project management?
Are you experienced in using analytical tools like Placerai for research purposes?
What is your proficiency level with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook?
Are you familiar with Michigan Economic Development Incentives, Tax Increment Financing statutes, zoning codes, and other relevant ordinances?
