Economic Development Specialist – HCDC
Administers various economic development programs and multiple projects. Must be detail-oriented, with strong oral and written communication skills and computer skills. Knowledge of tax incentive programs important including enterprise zone and community reinvestment areas. Provide research on certain contracts including demographics, statistics, maps and reports. Knowledge of and experience with CAGIS a plus. Experience (2-5) years, and Bachelors degree in a related field required. Valid Ohio driver’s license necessary. Some travel may be required. Salary DOQ.
ABOUT HCDC:
Established in 1983, HCDC, Inc. (https://hcdc.com/, formerly Hamilton County Development Co. Inc.), is a not-for-profit organization that helps build businesses and promote job creation in three ways: businesses incubation, business lending, and economic development services. HCDC staffs and runs the Hamilton County Economic Development Office.
These three program areas foster business growth by financing business expansions, supporting further community investment, and providing assistance to entrepreneurs. As a not-for-profit economic development company, HCDC’s mission is to promote and facilitate economic growth.
Please respond with resume to: resumes@hcdc.com
Equal Opportunity Employer
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