City of San Bernardino
Economic Development Manager (U) - Marketing
City of San Bernardino, San Bernardino, California, United States, 92407
Are you an accomplished Economic Development professional with a passion for driving growth and revitalization? Do you thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment? If so, the City of San Bernardino invites you to apply to be a part of our Economic Development Team as an Economic Development Manager (U)!
Considering applying for this job Do not delay, scroll down and make your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.The Position The Economic Development Manager (U) assigned in Marketing is responsible for developing and administering high-profile marketing initiatives, programs, and projects relating to business recruitment and development, small business initiatives, department managed programs, and business retention and expansion efforts. This position is in the Unclassified Service and serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) vacancy in the Economic Development Department.
We are looking for someone with:
Good judgement:
Consistently demonstrates strong problem-solving skillsExcellent Customer Service Skills:
Working with internal and external customers to provide a high level of serviceExperience in local economic development principles:
Understanding of commonly used terminology, methodology, and state, federal, and local laws that govern economic development practice.People Skills:
Has a welcoming, professional, and compassionate demeanorCollaboration:
Works well with internal and external customers to create and manage memorable marketing initiativesProficiency in:
Microsoft Office to schedule meetings, create documents, as well as experience using a variety of social media platforms. Web Design skills are a plus.
Essential Functions
Provides expert advice, support, and planning for developing and administering high-profile marketing initiatives, programs, and projects relating to business recruitment and development, small business initiatives, department managed programs, and business retention and expansion efforts.Directs advertising and marketing activities including branding, strategic research, writing, presenting, creative development and production of advertising and placement, developing, negotiating, and implementing promotions and sponsorships for integrated regional advertising campaigns and cooperative programs.Monitors performance metrics and provides comprehensive reports on the department’s marketing and advertising activities and initiatives.In collaboration with the Department Director and department staff, produces a comprehensive annual marketing and sales plan and corresponding budget for each fiscal year as well as quarterly updates.Responsible for monitoring and managing the department’s external facing digital platforms including social media and website to ensure quality of information and that communications meet brand standards.Provides marketing materials and logistic support for team members attending tradeshows, conferences, and sales missions by developing collateral and procuring promotional items, booth space, and accompanying amenities.Manages the department’s inventory of marketing collateral and promotional items.Works closely with the Department Director and department staff to design infographic brochures and promotional materials to support the department’s day to day outreach, City-wide real estate opportunities, and customer engagement.Engages in analysis of data and industry trends to better support the City’s value proposition of being a premier location for business.Provides presentations to City leadership, Commissions, community partner organizations, and to the City of San Bernardino Mayor and City Council as required.Provides marketing support and direction on department initiatives related but not limited to: Business Attraction, Business Retention & Expansion, Small Business, Event Attraction, and Workforce Development.
Job Requirements:Knowledge of:
Administrative management, project management, and personnel management.General marketing, media, and public relations practices.Urban planning principles and practices.Commercial and residential real estate development practices.Economic development principles, practices, and implementation methods.Area resources, physical locations, and landscapes; topographical and climatological considerations.Developing and implementing marketing plans; policies, rules and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using municipal facilities, programs and equipment.Purpose, use, and benefits of community programs and activities.Community resources and support agencies.Principles and techniques of records and program management.Personal computers, and standard business software applications such as but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).City policies and procedures to successfully meet established goals and objectives.City human resources policies and labor contract provisions.Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems.Best practices in Economic Development as set forth by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is desirable.Federal, state, and local programs, grants, and resources related to economic development.Website management tools including but not limited to: WordPress, Google Analytics, Granicus, Civic Live, etc. is desirable.Skill in:
Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.Expressing oneself clearly and concisely orally, graphically and in writing.Analyzing issues and making logical recommendations.Handling details and achieving personal goals through personal effort.Maintaining composure in difficult or tense situations.Establishing and maintaining effective and appropriate working relationships.Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.Communicating effectively in a variety of public settings.Preparing clear, concise, and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies, and other written materials.Preparing illustrative graphic marketing materials to promote the best interests of the community.Working in a collaborative team environment.Consistently demonstrating excellent customer service skills with the stakeholders, elected officials, City employees, and the public.Professional accountability in meeting deadlines and quality of work.Education and Experience: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public or business administration, planning, economic development, finance, or a closely related field; and three (3) years of related professional experience in economic development, marketing, research, business development, commercial real estate/development, urban planning, community development or re-development; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment: A valid state driver’s license is required.
Desirable Qualifications: Designation as a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) or possession of an Economic Development Financial Professional (EDFP) or other certification that may be relevant to the position.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment: The employee works under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear, both in person and by telephone, use hands to finger, handle and feel computers and standard business equipment, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk, and may perform work in an outdoor setting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Participation in afterhours celebrations, tradeshows, and community outreach and other events is required; and these events take place outside of a typical office environment.
BENEFITS AND REWARDS: The City offers an attractive compensation and benefit package, that includes:Health Insurance – Monthly contribution for health, dental and vision premiums: $1,125.00 Employee Only, $1,377.00 Employee plus one, or $1,841.00 Employee plus Family. A “Health Insurance Waiver Stipend” of $4,000.00 every first paycheck of December for eligible employees who waive benefits.Vacation - 80 hours after one year, 96 hours of sick leave annually.13 holidays, plus 18 hours of floating holiday time.Administrative Leave - 40 hours.Retirement - California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS). Classic members: 2% at 55 | New CALPERS members 2% at 62.Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.457 Deferred Compensation Plan, flexible benefits plan.Flexible Spending Accounts such as pre-tax childcare plan.Tuition Reimbursement.Employee assistance program, and all other benefits which are received by Management/Confidential employees of the City per Memorandum of Understanding.
SELECTION PROCEDURE Apply - submit a completed job application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of your professional experience and qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials.Application Review - Minimum qualifications, Completion of the supplemental questionnaire. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.Job Related Testing (examination) - Oral Examination tentatively scheduled for the week of October 28, 2024.AccommodationThe City of San Bernardino is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities, whether physical or mental. If you require such accommodations during the assessment process, it is your responsibility to contact the Human Resources Department in writing before the recruitment closing date. For further details on how to request accommodation, please reach out to us at 909-384-5104 or via email at rivera_st@sbcity.org.Successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list, and highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration. Candidates advancing in the selection process will receive information/instructions via email only.Department Interviews - Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process. Tentatively scheduled for the week of November 4, 2024.Pre-Employment Process may include, but is not limited to:Pre-employment Medical Exam including drug test.LiveScan Fingerprinting which reviews criminal history with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).Employment/Professional Reference Check.Confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials.The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.For more information about this position, please contact the City of San Bernardino Human Resources Department at 909-384-5104.THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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Considering applying for this job Do not delay, scroll down and make your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.The Position The Economic Development Manager (U) assigned in Marketing is responsible for developing and administering high-profile marketing initiatives, programs, and projects relating to business recruitment and development, small business initiatives, department managed programs, and business retention and expansion efforts. This position is in the Unclassified Service and serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) vacancy in the Economic Development Department.
We are looking for someone with:
Good judgement:
Consistently demonstrates strong problem-solving skillsExcellent Customer Service Skills:
Working with internal and external customers to provide a high level of serviceExperience in local economic development principles:
Understanding of commonly used terminology, methodology, and state, federal, and local laws that govern economic development practice.People Skills:
Has a welcoming, professional, and compassionate demeanorCollaboration:
Works well with internal and external customers to create and manage memorable marketing initiativesProficiency in:
Microsoft Office to schedule meetings, create documents, as well as experience using a variety of social media platforms. Web Design skills are a plus.
Essential Functions
Provides expert advice, support, and planning for developing and administering high-profile marketing initiatives, programs, and projects relating to business recruitment and development, small business initiatives, department managed programs, and business retention and expansion efforts.Directs advertising and marketing activities including branding, strategic research, writing, presenting, creative development and production of advertising and placement, developing, negotiating, and implementing promotions and sponsorships for integrated regional advertising campaigns and cooperative programs.Monitors performance metrics and provides comprehensive reports on the department’s marketing and advertising activities and initiatives.In collaboration with the Department Director and department staff, produces a comprehensive annual marketing and sales plan and corresponding budget for each fiscal year as well as quarterly updates.Responsible for monitoring and managing the department’s external facing digital platforms including social media and website to ensure quality of information and that communications meet brand standards.Provides marketing materials and logistic support for team members attending tradeshows, conferences, and sales missions by developing collateral and procuring promotional items, booth space, and accompanying amenities.Manages the department’s inventory of marketing collateral and promotional items.Works closely with the Department Director and department staff to design infographic brochures and promotional materials to support the department’s day to day outreach, City-wide real estate opportunities, and customer engagement.Engages in analysis of data and industry trends to better support the City’s value proposition of being a premier location for business.Provides presentations to City leadership, Commissions, community partner organizations, and to the City of San Bernardino Mayor and City Council as required.Provides marketing support and direction on department initiatives related but not limited to: Business Attraction, Business Retention & Expansion, Small Business, Event Attraction, and Workforce Development.
Job Requirements:Knowledge of:
Administrative management, project management, and personnel management.General marketing, media, and public relations practices.Urban planning principles and practices.Commercial and residential real estate development practices.Economic development principles, practices, and implementation methods.Area resources, physical locations, and landscapes; topographical and climatological considerations.Developing and implementing marketing plans; policies, rules and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using municipal facilities, programs and equipment.Purpose, use, and benefits of community programs and activities.Community resources and support agencies.Principles and techniques of records and program management.Personal computers, and standard business software applications such as but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).City policies and procedures to successfully meet established goals and objectives.City human resources policies and labor contract provisions.Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems.Best practices in Economic Development as set forth by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is desirable.Federal, state, and local programs, grants, and resources related to economic development.Website management tools including but not limited to: WordPress, Google Analytics, Granicus, Civic Live, etc. is desirable.Skill in:
Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.Expressing oneself clearly and concisely orally, graphically and in writing.Analyzing issues and making logical recommendations.Handling details and achieving personal goals through personal effort.Maintaining composure in difficult or tense situations.Establishing and maintaining effective and appropriate working relationships.Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.Communicating effectively in a variety of public settings.Preparing clear, concise, and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies, and other written materials.Preparing illustrative graphic marketing materials to promote the best interests of the community.Working in a collaborative team environment.Consistently demonstrating excellent customer service skills with the stakeholders, elected officials, City employees, and the public.Professional accountability in meeting deadlines and quality of work.Education and Experience: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public or business administration, planning, economic development, finance, or a closely related field; and three (3) years of related professional experience in economic development, marketing, research, business development, commercial real estate/development, urban planning, community development or re-development; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment: A valid state driver’s license is required.
Desirable Qualifications: Designation as a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) or possession of an Economic Development Financial Professional (EDFP) or other certification that may be relevant to the position.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment: The employee works under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear, both in person and by telephone, use hands to finger, handle and feel computers and standard business equipment, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk, and may perform work in an outdoor setting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Participation in afterhours celebrations, tradeshows, and community outreach and other events is required; and these events take place outside of a typical office environment.
BENEFITS AND REWARDS: The City offers an attractive compensation and benefit package, that includes:Health Insurance – Monthly contribution for health, dental and vision premiums: $1,125.00 Employee Only, $1,377.00 Employee plus one, or $1,841.00 Employee plus Family. A “Health Insurance Waiver Stipend” of $4,000.00 every first paycheck of December for eligible employees who waive benefits.Vacation - 80 hours after one year, 96 hours of sick leave annually.13 holidays, plus 18 hours of floating holiday time.Administrative Leave - 40 hours.Retirement - California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS). Classic members: 2% at 55 | New CALPERS members 2% at 62.Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.457 Deferred Compensation Plan, flexible benefits plan.Flexible Spending Accounts such as pre-tax childcare plan.Tuition Reimbursement.Employee assistance program, and all other benefits which are received by Management/Confidential employees of the City per Memorandum of Understanding.
SELECTION PROCEDURE Apply - submit a completed job application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of your professional experience and qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials.Application Review - Minimum qualifications, Completion of the supplemental questionnaire. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.Job Related Testing (examination) - Oral Examination tentatively scheduled for the week of October 28, 2024.AccommodationThe City of San Bernardino is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities, whether physical or mental. If you require such accommodations during the assessment process, it is your responsibility to contact the Human Resources Department in writing before the recruitment closing date. For further details on how to request accommodation, please reach out to us at 909-384-5104 or via email at rivera_st@sbcity.org.Successful candidates will be placed on an eligible list, and highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration. Candidates advancing in the selection process will receive information/instructions via email only.Department Interviews - Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process. Tentatively scheduled for the week of November 4, 2024.Pre-Employment Process may include, but is not limited to:Pre-employment Medical Exam including drug test.LiveScan Fingerprinting which reviews criminal history with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).Employment/Professional Reference Check.Confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials.The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.For more information about this position, please contact the City of San Bernardino Human Resources Department at 909-384-5104.THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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