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9 Full-time 1 day ago Full Job Description JOB Performs a full range of responsible and varied professional, analytical, financial, statistical, management and other administrative duties related to providing Citywide economic development.
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Recommend action and assist in business and grant compliance, and coordinates assigned economic development activities with other divisions, outside agencies, the private sector, and the general public and perform related duties as assigned.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information obtained in applicant interviews.
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Ability to use computer hardware, various software programs and technologies, including word processing and spreadsheet programs.
Ability to speak before public groups and make presentations.
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Ability to operate general office equipment and computers.
Ability to operate a variety of office equipment.
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Ability to understand and follow quickly and accurately written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
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Ability to deal with other employees and members of the public tactfully and courteously.
Ability to maintain valid a Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
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Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
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Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
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Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English and Spanish language.
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Ability to comply with all City of Laredo’s policies and procedures.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWork is performed inside an office.
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Capable of working closely with others or alone and traveling by car 90% of the time.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and office equipment; Work requires light carrying (under 15 pounds), simple grasping, sitting, and standing.
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Ability to see, write, read, count, identify shade of colors, perceive depth, and hearing is needed to perform the essential functions of this job.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND
Responsibilities:
Analyze economic & fiscal impacts and make recommendations based on the risks and uncertainties associated with proposed economic development plans, strategies, or individual projects.
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Assist the City Attorney’s office with contracts related to economic development performance agreements and monitors compliance of contract obligations.
Perform analysis and review and make recommendations to amend or terminate active and ongoing economic development performance agreements based on non-compliance or other related factors.
.
Prepare compliance reports to submit to Director & other related departments which are required in order to process rebates or abatements on performance agreements.
Make recommendations on development proposals, including responsibility for recommending contractual professional assistance where necessary.
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Assess and analyze proposals and review all financials & pro-formas.
Create & complete state-mandated incentive reporting documents to the state Comptroller’s office and adhere to strict state deadlines and requirements.
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Perform on-site and/or desk audits of applicants of economic development incentives.
Prepare annual budgets for the department’s portfolio of active incentive agreements.
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Develop and implement policies and procedures for contract compliance and incentive application submissions for the department.
Assist with decisions and recommendations with regard to management of any significant variations from development agreements.
.
Identify and report any risks and risk mitigation strategies related to development agreements to department director.
Conduct general economic development duties as directed.
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Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university in Finance and Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Analytics, Business Management, or Mathematics-AND-At least (5) years of experience in analytical economic development, financial analysis, budget development, compliance, financial management, or related fields.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Valid Texas Driver License If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained prior to employment.
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As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
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Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7482 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, THE CITY COMPLIES WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT.
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9 Full-time 1 day ago Full Job Description JOB Performs a full range of responsible and varied professional, analytical, financial, statistical, management and other administrative duties related to providing Citywide economic development.
.
Recommend action and assist in business and grant compliance, and coordinates assigned economic development activities with other divisions, outside agencies, the private sector, and the general public and perform related duties as assigned.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information obtained in applicant interviews.
.
Ability to use computer hardware, various software programs and technologies, including word processing and spreadsheet programs.
Ability to speak before public groups and make presentations.
.
Ability to operate general office equipment and computers.
Ability to operate a variety of office equipment.
.
Ability to understand and follow quickly and accurately written and oral instructions.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
.
Ability to deal with other employees and members of the public tactfully and courteously.
Ability to maintain valid a Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
.
Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
.
Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
.
Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English and Spanish language.
.
Ability to comply with all City of Laredo’s policies and procedures.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWork is performed inside an office.
.
Capable of working closely with others or alone and traveling by car 90% of the time.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and office equipment; Work requires light carrying (under 15 pounds), simple grasping, sitting, and standing.
.
Ability to see, write, read, count, identify shade of colors, perceive depth, and hearing is needed to perform the essential functions of this job.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND
Responsibilities:
Analyze economic & fiscal impacts and make recommendations based on the risks and uncertainties associated with proposed economic development plans, strategies, or individual projects.
.
Assist the City Attorney’s office with contracts related to economic development performance agreements and monitors compliance of contract obligations.
Perform analysis and review and make recommendations to amend or terminate active and ongoing economic development performance agreements based on non-compliance or other related factors.
.
Prepare compliance reports to submit to Director & other related departments which are required in order to process rebates or abatements on performance agreements.
Make recommendations on development proposals, including responsibility for recommending contractual professional assistance where necessary.
.
Assess and analyze proposals and review all financials & pro-formas.
Create & complete state-mandated incentive reporting documents to the state Comptroller’s office and adhere to strict state deadlines and requirements.
.
Perform on-site and/or desk audits of applicants of economic development incentives.
Prepare annual budgets for the department’s portfolio of active incentive agreements.
.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for contract compliance and incentive application submissions for the department.
Assist with decisions and recommendations with regard to management of any significant variations from development agreements.
.
Identify and report any risks and risk mitigation strategies related to development agreements to department director.
Conduct general economic development duties as directed.
.
Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
Performs other duties as assigned.
.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university in Finance and Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Analytics, Business Management, or Mathematics-AND-At least (5) years of experience in analytical economic development, financial analysis, budget development, compliance, financial management, or related fields.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Valid Texas Driver License If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained prior to employment.
.
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7482 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, THE CITY COMPLIES WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT.
.
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