Under general supervision performs work of considerable difficulty coordinating the implementation of programs to encourage economic development and commercial revitalization in the city; and performs related work as required.
Starting hourly pay | $30.53 6 Months | $31.29
The City of Davenport offers a comprehensive benefit package. The cost for a family plan for medical, dental, vision and prescription is only $98.61 per month for 2024 and starts on first day of employment.
The City also offers:
- Iowa Public Employee’s Retirement Pension plan
- 457 Deferred Compensation – The City will contribute 2.75% of the employee’s income to his/her 457 account if the employee contributes at least 1% (applicable to AFSCME)
- 13 paid holidays
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
Examples of Duties
Coordinates with other city departments and outside organizations to retain and encourage the expansion of existing businesses and recruitment of new businesses. Meets with and provides technical assistance to businesses.
Develop and administer local and federal economic development programs and loans to businesses. Performs financial analysis of proposed projects.
Provides assistance in the development of short and long term economic and community development plans, as well as the gathering of information and preparation of studies, reports, and recommendations to achieve such goals. This will involve the preparation and maintenance of information on utilities, taxes, zoning, transportation, community services, financing tools, and incentives, in order to respond to requests for information for economic development purposes, and the coordination with other departments and agencies as needed.
Coordinates, facilitates and provides staff support for meetings of citizen and business groups as may be required.
Compiles and analyzes data for projects related to the development and operation of the City’s multi-faceted development efforts.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, marketing, economic and/or community development, or closely related field. Minimum one-year professional experience in economic development, government administration, business development, marketing, finance or related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the required work in this position.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain throughout duration of employment.
Must pass a background check as prescribed by the City of Davenport.
Must reside in Iowa or Illinois within two (2) years of hire and maintain residency throughout the duration of employment.
Knowledge and Skills
Considerable Knowledge of:
Businesses, community and economic development.
Good Knowledge of:
Grant programs and other sources of funding for economic development activities.
Development and administration of economic development related grants and programs.
Considerable Skill in:
Ability to communicate effectively to groups and individuals, including City and business leaders, developers, small business owners and the general public.
Leading independent analysis and research on economic problems and then presenting conclusions and recommendations clearly and concisely.
General writing, report preparation and business correspondence, for effective written communication with City staff and the general public.
Maintaining confidentiality of business prospects and development opportunities.
Providing high quality customer service.