Economic Development Coordinator – County of Summit, Ohio

Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm. Some evening and weekend work hours may be required.

Under general direction; coordinates and assists with the implementation of Economic Development policies aimed at attracting, retaining, expanding and developing businesses and government contacts; coordinates financial incentive programs, etc. Performs other related duties as required.

Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the skills, knowledge, and abilities listed below.

Bachelor’s degree in economics, business, urban planning or a related discipline plus three (3) years related experience.

Comprehensive knowledge of economics, finance, statistics, public relations, government structure, agency goals and objectives*. Thorough knowledge of supervision and research methods. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of materials in books, journals and manuals; use statistical analysis; write and edit articles for publication; handle sensitive inquiries and contacts from citizens and government officials; develop complete reports and position papers and communicate effectively.

*Indicates developed after employment.

The Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed in an office environment and employee will regularly be exposed to normal hazards associated with an office environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

•While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be required to travel to and access the various assigned work sites, other offices and agencies, homes and institutions.
•Job is physically comfortable. Typically requires sitting, walking, standing, bending, keying, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions; use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
•May occasionally be required to reach with hands and arms and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
•Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision.

•Possession of valid driver’s license, if utilization of a motor vehicle to perform the essential functions is required.
•Must maintain current certifications, licenses.

$50,107.20 – $61,360.00 annually