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■ Assist in the Council of Government process. May require additional facilitation of assisting local
<br />municipalities. Collaborate with COG for the advancement of overall economic development goals and
<br />objectives.
<br />■ Create and conduct local town halls/roundtables, as requested.
<br />■ Provide industry knowledge to build public relation strategies that influence public opinion and promote
<br />products, ideas, and services.
<br />■ Attend and represent the Chamber and economic constituencies at conferences, trade shows, and other
<br />exhibitions, as needed.
<br />Additional requirements for developing programs may be needed. May require business plans, strategic
<br />planning, or prior authorization from CEO.
<br />IP Preparing and editing organizational reports/analytics, for internal and external audiences.
<br />■ Provide a monthly economic report to the CEO, to be shared to the Board of Directors, Council of
<br />Government and Board of County Commissioners.
<br />i. Economic website stats, Leads, and overall activities of the department.
<br />■ Present monthly to contracted committees, specifically on campaign website statistics and applicable
<br />contract requirements. Annual reports may be requested as a contract obligation.
<br />o Project and budget management skills.
<br />Coordinate and manage economic development interns for the department.
<br />■ Ensure chamber contracts are up to date and reviewed regularly; liabilities reviewed regularly; and
<br />approved by CEO.
<br />■ Grant Writing may be required for development of department/programs. May require developing,
<br />recommending and implementing the county's Economic Development Strategy & Work Plan.
<br />■ Assist and advocate for businesses and industry during permitting efforts.
<br />Plan, development, submit and monitor the Economic Development department's annual budget.
<br />REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
<br />1. Knowledge of community structure and operations, organizations, policies, and ordinances that affect economic
<br />development.
<br />2. Understanding of marketing and promotion techniques.
<br />3. Capability to perform market analysis as it relates to the potential development of a specific site.
<br />4. Knowledge of real estate practices, management, organization, and legal practices pertaining to real property, right-
<br />of-way, acquisition, and relocation; survey laws, land transaction methods, title records, and instruments.
<br />5. Knowledge of economic analysis techniques related to market, feasibility, and impact studies.
<br />6. Knowledge of grant research and preparation.
<br />7. Ability to motivate others to gain support for new business.
<br />8. Understanding of political environments and sensitivities and the ability to function effectively within that
<br />environment.
<br />9. Ability to interpret pertinent legal documents, laws, and regulations.
<br />10. Ability to cultivate and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with elected officials, advisory
<br />groups, the business community, department heads, employees, media, and general public.
<br />11. Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form to a diverse audience and to prepare and analyze
<br />technical and administrative reports, statements, and correspondence.
<br />12. Effective organization and expression of ideas through use of oral and written communications.
<br />13. Effective presentation of information to top management, public groups, boards of directors, or governing bodies.
<br />14. Effective use of interpersonal skills in a tactful, patient, and courteous manner.
<br />MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
<br />I. Experience in working with local, county, and state government agencies and elected officials.
<br />2. Experience in public relations, including interaction with the media.
<br />3. Ability to manage and update websites.
<br />4. Valid Washington State Driver license and appropriate insurance at time of hire for work-related travel
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