Economic Development Specialist

We are looking for a passionate and creative Economic Development Specialist to join our team! In this role, you will be essential in enhancing our community by utilizing digital marketing strategies to activate public spaces, support local businesses, and drive engagement. You will focus on leveraging social media, websites, and innovative digital campaigns to significantly impact community inclusion, outreach, and awareness. You will have proven experience in digital marketing, planning impactful events, and building partnerships that strengthen our community and drive economic development. If you're excited about building connections, fostering local growth, and shaping vibrant communities, we want to hear from you!

Working for the City of Renton comes with an excellent benefits package, including:

• Deferred compensation with the City contributing 3% of the employee's salary.
• VEBA Plan with the City contributing 1% of the employee's salary.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance at affordable rates
• Paid leave for vacation, sick, eleven holidays and two "personal" holidays a year
• State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) plan enrollment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Planning, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of commercial real estate, economic development or community development experience.
• Or minimum 7 years of relevant education and experience.
• Valid Drivers' License.

• Successful passing of a required driving record check.
• Successful passing of a required background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Drive to offsite locations to perform essential functions.
• Move throughout City facilities and buildings.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Communicate with City employees, residents and business owners.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in an office environment.

• Noise level in the office is moderately quiet.
• Night meetings may be required.

Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high quality services to the community. For more information about the City of Renton, please visit the following website: Why Renton?

The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including candidates' names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application.

Telework Program

The City of Renton supports workers performing in a hybrid capacity (partial telework/in-office) where job responsibilities can be performed remotely. This position may be eligible for a telework arrangement, up to 2 days remote, based on the operational needs of the City and specific Department. Regardless of job title or telework arrangement, City of Renton employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

Accommodation

Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process may contact msato@rentonwa.gov at least 2 days prior to the need.

Recruitment Process:

The screening process will include a review of minimum qualifications and applicants selected for an interview will be invited via email to self-schedule a time through the Government Jobs account. At minimum, this position will be subject to a standard criminal background check and professional reference check. This position requires driving and is also subject to a driving record check from the WA State Dept of Licensing (or other state equivalent). Driving records will be evaluated based on a points system depending on the infraction and severity.