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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5.b. Economic Development Coordinator PositionCITY OF ROSEMOUNT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY FOR ACTION CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: MARCH 2, 1992 AGENDA ITEM: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR AGENDA SECTION: OLD BUSINESS PREPARED BY: STEPHAN JILK, CITY ADMINISTRATOR AGENDA 1fW jA ,¢ i ATTACHMENTS: MEMO, JOB DESCRIPTION, APP rl ADVERTISEMENT, SCHEDULE 0 rz 'T! Pursuant to your approval I have prepared relevant information regarding the staff positions discussed at the February 4, 1992 City Council meeting. These positions included: 1) Administrative Assistant 2) Secretary(ies) 3) Economic Development Coordinator 4) Receptionist At this time we would request your approval to proceed with the hiring of the Economic Development Coordinator. We have attached for your consideration the job description, advertisement and hiring process which would be followed as we proceed. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to approve the job description, advertisement and hiring process for the Economic Development Coordinator and direct the City Administrator to proceed with the hiring process. COUNCIL ACTION: PHONE (612) 4234411 FAX (612) 4235203 TO: FROM: of (Rosemount 2875 -145th Street West, Rosemount, Minnesota Mailing Address: P.O. Box 510, Rosemount, Minnesota 55068.0510 Mayor McMenomy Council Members Klassen, Staats, Stephan Jilk, City Administrator DATE: February 27, 1992 RE: Economic Development Coordinator Wi lco MAYOR Edward S. MoMenomy COUNCILMEMBERS Sheila Masson James (Red) Staats Harry Willcox Dennis Wippermann ADMINISTRATOR Stephan Jilk Wippermann Per your direction I have worked with staff to develop job descriptions and salary information on the positions affected by changes made to restructure the administration department for the establishment of a Administrative Assistant, a Economic Development Coordinator and secretarial support staff. As outlined in my memo to you for the February 4, 1992 meeting, this restructuring would result in a Administrative Department made up of: City Administrator, Administrative Assistant, Economic Development Coordinator, an Administrative Secretary, a Economic Development/Personnel Secretary and a Receptionist. Restructuring following these guidelines would mean that we would retain the same number of employees in the Administration Department but would save some money due to the fact that we are shifting some responsibilities to positions that would pay less than those holding some of those responsibilities now and the fact that the Economic Development Coordinator position is paid out of Port Authority Funds. The complete restructuring and revision of job descriptions to better reflect the responsibilities of those new positions will, because of comparable worth requirements and the way our salary structure is established, effect a few other employees. This effect will be in changing titles but not salary adjustments upward or downward. Because of these other changes I would like to address the Economic Development Coordinator now and the other positions on March 17th. This will give myself and staff time to more completely prepare before receiving your approval to proceed in filling the secretary and receptionist positions. l6very1hings (Poming (Up p ( Dosemounly t recvuea oaxr Economic Development Coordinator Page 2 Along with the job description for the Economic Development Coordinator we have also provided a sample advertisement for the position and a recommended process and schedule to follow in filling the position. I would request that you: Approve the job description Authorize the process to interview for the position Direct the City Administrator to bring a recommendation back to the City Council for the hiring of the Economic Development Coordinator CITY OF ROSEMOUNT POSITION TITLE: DEPARTMENT: ACCOUNTABLE TO: SALARY RANGE: POSITION RESPONSIBILITY WRITE-UP DATE: March, 1992 Economic Development Coordinator Administration City Administrator $38,582 - $52,095 SUMMARY OF POSITION To serve as the Assistant Executive Director of the Rosemount Port Authority, and to provide vision, leadership and administrative skills for this group, and to provide a spirit of cooperation between governmental and local groups working for the economic and social development of the community of Rosemount. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Develops strategies for economic development/commercial renovation of the community. 2. Effects harmonious working relationships between the City, Port Authority, Chamber of Commerce and works successfully with other related governmental and civic agencies. 3. Develops strategies to market the community of Rosemount to interested developers. 4. Represents the Port Authority to local, regional and state functions. 5. Meets with citizens, boards and commissions, local businesses, developers, prospective businesses and staff on matters related to economic development. 6. Prepares attractive financing packages utilizing block grant funds, tax increment financing, Department of Trade and Economic Development programs and other public and private financing techniques. 7. Prepares detailed staff reports and oral presentations for the Port Authority and City Council on economic development matters. Is responsible for Port Authority meeting materials and packet distribution. 8. Coordinates all development related grant programs, including the Community Development Block Grant Program. 9. Undertakes economic development studies and other projects at the direction of the City Administrator. 10. Stays abreast of financing and business relocation and expansion techniques and is creative in their application to each situation. 11. Serves as the initial contact person in economic development matters. 12. Attends local business meetings, such as the Chamber of Commerce, to maintain a positive working relationship with the Rosemount business community. 13. Maintains updated status of community profile and provides general information and assistance to businesses, industries and developers on all economic development matters. 14. Attends all Port Authority meetings and other meetings as required. 15. Performs other tasks and duties assigned by the Assistant City Administrator. SUPERVISION f EMPLOYEE RELATIONS 1. Is under the direct supervision of the City Administrator. 2. Staffs the Port Authority under the supervision of the Executive Director. 3. Must be capable of effectively communicating with other departments, citizens, boards and commissions, developers, the business community and the general public. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. A bachelors degree in planning, public administration, business administration or other related field. A Master's degree in one of these areas is highly preferred. 2. Three years of progressive, relevant experience in economic development activities. 3. A working knowledge of public development tools and economic incentives. 4. The ability to communicate ideas, explanations and recommendations clearly, both orally and in writing. 5. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 6. Understanding of financing techniques and negotiating skills. 7. The ability to maintain professional and courteous attitudes when representing the City in any situation at any time. STATUS: Exempt ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR The City of Rosemount (pop. 10,000) is accepting applications for the position of Economic Development Coordinator. Rosemount is a rapidly developing suburb in the southeast portion of the Mpls./St. Paul Metropolitan area with a wide variety of development issues. The City of Rosemount has a large industrial tax base and a small commercial district. The City is experiencing growth at a rate of 200 SF homes a year. Position is responsible for developing strategies for economic development/commercial renovation of the community. The position will act as the Assistant Executive Director to the newly formed Rosemount Port Authority which carries out the economic development activities for the City. The position will be responsible for developing financing packages for developments using tax increment financing, community development block grants and Department of Trade and Economic Development programs. The position will be required to provide leadership and vision to the Port Authority and day to administration of all economic development activities. The position reports directly to the City Administrator. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in planning, public administration or business administration or related field; and a least three years of responsible, relevant experience. A Master's degree in planning, public administration or related field and relevant experience preferred. Communication, financing and project development/management skills are essential. Starting salary range is $38,500 to $45,000. All applicants must submit a city application. Contact Susan Walsh, City Clerk, 2875 145th Street West, Rosemount, MN 55068 (612) 423-4411 for application and job description. Application deadline is March 31, 1992. Qualified minorities are encouraged to apply. An Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR HIRING PROCESS 3-2-92 City Council approves job description, Authorizes advertising for position 3-8-92 Advertisements placed in Newspapers and to League Bulletins 3-22-92 3-31-92 Deadline for Receipt of Applications City Administrator and City Clerk Review Applications and reduce to 5 for interviews 4-7-92 Interviews held by committee made up of City to Administrator, one councilmember and one Port Authority Member. 4-12-92 4-21-92 Recommendation taken to City Port Authority and City Council for hiring 5-18-92 Coordinator Begins Employment