Economic Development Coordinator – County of Summit, Ohio
Position Details
Appointing Authority | Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro |
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Department/Division | Executive, Department of Community and Economic Development |
Full Time/Part Time | Full Time |
Regular/Temporary | Regular |
Work Schedule |
Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm. Some evening and weekend work hours may be required.
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Job Description |
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.
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Required Qualifications |
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. |
Preferred Qualifications |
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. |
Pre-Employment Testing Requirements | Criminal Background Check, Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Testing |
Work Environment |
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. |
Physical Demands |
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. |
Licensing/Certification |
•Possession of valid driver’s license, if utilization of a motor vehicle to perform the essential functions is required.
•Must maintain current certifications, licenses. |
Additional Information |
Job Duties
Job Duty Name | Economic Development Coordinator Job Functions |
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Description of Job Duty |
The duties listed below are intended to depict tasks performed by this position. Studies economic, statistical and demographic data to determine what businesses and/or industries can be attracted to and/or retained and expanded to Summit County; meets with and/or assists business officials in solving problems and coordinating logistics (e.g., financials solutions, site selections, availability of utilities, rail, trucking and air services, etc.) which would enable businesses to expand or locate within the County. Maintains and develops contacts with professional land and building developers, realtors, entrepreneurs, government officials, private industry representatives, Chamber of Commerce and others related to development activities. Coordinates financial incentive programs available to industry through local government; organizes corporate entities or boards to administer such programs; plans and analyzes the impact of programs of incentives on business expansions; coordinates activities and/or resolution of problem/complaints through federal, state and local government agencies (e.g., utilities, local transportation boards, local development departments, etc.). Implements policies and plans to aid business and government entities in arriving at solutions to economic problems; administers and coordinates revenue bond projects. Supervises subordinates in amassing research data pertaining to economic development; prepare reports to various governmental and business entities. |
Requisition Details
Requisition Number | C/U – 0092022-P |
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Working Title | Economic Development Coordinator |
Posting Type | External/Public Posting |
Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Advertised Salary |
$50,107.20 – $61,360.00 annually
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Open Date | 01/12/2022 |
Close Date | 01/26/2022 |
Open Until Filled | No |
Special Instructions Summary |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Which best describes your experience working in economic development?
- None
- Less than one year
- One year
- Two years
- Three years
- Four years
- Five or more years
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
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