North Port, FL, Economic Development Strategist

About the role

The Economic Development Strategist provides advanced professional support to the Economic Development Program Manager in executing the City’s Economic Development Strategic Plan and the Economic Development Element of the North Port Comprehensive Plan. This position is primarily responsible for identifying and recruiting development, relocation, and start-up opportunities, while fostering a business-friendly environment. The Strategist will play a crucial role in business attraction and investor relationship development. The incumbent will work closely with industry leaders, and existing stakeholders to promote economic growth and development across various sectors, including commercial, office, mixed-use, and industrial developments.

Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit development, relocation, and start-up opportunities
• Foster a business-friendly environment
• Play a crucial role in business attraction and investor relationship development
• Work closely with industry leaders and existing stakeholders to promote economic growth and development across various sectors, including commercial, office, mixed-use, and industrial developments

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Urban Planning, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in economic development, preferably in a local government setting
• Strong understanding of economic development strategies and tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications

• Experience in economic development planning and implementation
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal economic development policies and incentives
• Understanding of market analysis and forecasting techniques
• Experience with project management and budgeting

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health insurance coverage
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

Full-time