Job Summary:

Under general direction, is responsible for coordinating and planning economic development activities related to business retention and expansion as well as retail recruitment for the City of Kerrville. Assists with the citys Downtown Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 (TIRZ) and participates in the implementation of citys comprehensive plan. Serves as primary staff support for the Citys Cultural Arts District Advisory Board.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent.

Analyzes complex data, policies, practices, systems, procedures, and develops written summaries on findings and recommendations.

Assists with the citys economic development programs, primarily business retention and expansion and retail recruitment. Develops funding sources and support.

Assists with the citys Downtown Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 (TIRZ) and Cultural Arts District Advisory Board and participates in the implementation of citys comprehensive plan.

Provides regulatory information to tenants and property owners within the TIRZ district with building improvement projects. Works with public sector and private sector organizations on public infrastructure improvements projects.

Collaborates with local business entities and other local, state, and federal organizations committed to enhancing economic development opportunities in the City of Kerrville.

Works with the Kerr EDC assisting with prospective new businesses from initial contact to providing assistance in securing necessary information, permits, contacts, etc.

Makes presentations to civic groups and advisory boards. Provides information on redevelopment, economic development issues, programs, services, and plans.

Responds to requests for information for economic development purposes. Prepares data sheets and other information. Responds to local citizens inquiring about local economic development activities and opportunities.

Assists City administration in public information and media outreach on economic development programs and activities.

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Participates in preparing and monitoring annual budget.

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Prepares grant applications for securing project funds from governmental agencies and financial institutions in coordination with the City Attorney, City departments, other governmental entities, private firms, and citizens.

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Prepares detailed reports, presentations and presents projects to City Manager's Office and other departments and organizations.

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Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required by the City Manager and Assistant City Manager.

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Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of organization strategic planning principles.

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KERRVILLE - CITY OF jobs

Economic Development Manager