Hybrid Senior Economic Development Assistant bei City of Dearborn, MI

About the Department

This position is responsible for assisting in the research, development, and implementation of community development programs. Responsibilities may include identifying potential funding sources; leading projects; preparing reports; and analyzing data.
 
 

Position Duties

These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.

• Researches, recommends, and implements various programs and policies related to rehabilitation and improvement of properties; assists in developing various economic development programs.
• Identifies funding sources and prepares grants for development projects.
• Leads development projects, including: assigning staff roles; monitoring project progress; and performing related tasks.
• Collects and analyzes economic, community, and related data to assist in community development efforts.
• Prepares reports outlining program efforts and progress.
• Coordinates plans and programs with related departments to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance, including attendance at required meetings.
• Coordinates and participates in ceremonial and promotional activities.

This job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
 

Minimum Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE:

• Community and economic development principles;
• Federal, state, and local laws, ordinances,  rules, and regulations;
• Funding sources;
• Research methods;
• Program development principles;
• Project management principles.

SKILLS:

• Computer software skills;
• Conducting research;
• Managing projects;
• Preparing grant applications;
• Preparing related reports;
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
 
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.  Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are required only occasionally.

Other Qualifications

Associate's degree in related field and one year of related experience; or, High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) and 3 years of related experience; or, all required certification(s); or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.  Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field preferred; TIF experience beneficial.
 
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid State of Michigan Driver's License

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