PROJECT MANAGER OR SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

The Position

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of PROJECT MANAGER OR SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER (depending on experience) to fill multiple vacancies in the Economic Development Division of the Community and Economic Development Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

The City of Riverside is looking for an economic development professional with a high level of energy who can take the City's strategic focus of cultivating a business climate that welcomes innovation, entrepreneurship and investment to the next level. Join a fast paced and dynamic team that is dedicated to identifying and growing new and emerging business sectors helping to create economic opportunities for future generations. We've got a great work schedule and organizational culture that supports employees and encourages growth!

Project Manager: $79,176 - $137,988 Annually

Under general direction, to develop and implement strategies, policies and programs related to business attraction, retention and expansion; to plan, implement, schedule, coordinate and monitor capital improvement projects, public utilities, redevelopment or housing projects and programs, or special events; to work closely with other Divisions, City Departments, and outside agencies to coordinate timely and seamless service delivery of projects; to provide professional and technical staff assistance; and to do related work as required.

Senior Project Manager: $86,616 - 151,020 Annually

The Senior Project Manager is distinguished from the classified Project Manager by the specialized nature, difficulty and complexity of work assignments. Incumbents in this classification are expected to demonstrate significant leadership toward the attainment of development goals, work with and understand private sector development interests, independently plan and carry out activities with minimal direction; and exercise managerial responsibility and accountability for the City's highest priority development projects; including independently negotiating development transactions. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for establishing goals, analyzing problems and recommending policy within one or more project areas, and may supervise one or more project managers and/or project coordinators.

Work Performed

As a Project Manager, ty pical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Direct, coordinate, monitor and evaluate the planning and execution of Economic Development, Housing and Community Development or Redevelopment goals and objectives; develop policy related to incentive programs and real estate project development.
• Identify and market sites suitable for Economic Development, Housing or Redevelopment.
• Identify and attract targeted businesses and investments as identified in the City's strategic vision and/or economic development strategy.
• Prepare and administer professional service and real estate development contracts.
• Develop and issue Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) and Requests for Proposals (RFP) and evaluate qualifications and proposals received in accordance with City policy and coordinate with appropriate City departments, and develop recommendations for the award of contracts.
• Plan, develop and manage real estate development, financial analysis, direct business assistance and incentive program development/implementation.
• Oversee diverse forms of business assistance, including site selection, public and private financing, work force development, international trade, permit fast-tracking and general entrepreneurial problem solving with a government environment.
• Network and build coalition with local, regional, state and federal business and economic development organizations.
• Develop and implement Marketing strategies, write press releases, manage advertising contracts, and develop and maintain effective media relationships.
• Manage the City's Special Event permitting process; plan, organize and implement City special events; manage City sponsorship programs.
• Manage housing programs and projects in accordance with Federal, State and local requirements; analyze housing financing proposals and develop recommendations; ensure that required Housing Plans are current and updated at required intervals; monitor loan and grant recipients to ensure compliance with terms; make recommendations concerning the servicing and collection of housing loans.
• Enter into negotiations with developers, vendors, business owners and tenants.
• Establish Community Development, Economic Development, and/or Redevelopment strategies, policies and procedures.
• Establish and manage performance measurement systems related to capital improvement projects, Marketing, Special Events, Housing, Community Development, Economic Development, and/or Redevelopment goals and objectives.
• Provide support and/or assistance to private sector companies to facilitate work with the business or industry cluster and provide services/resources in areas that include, but are not limited to marketing, promotion, organization, events, incentives, grant solicitation and coordination/facilitation of workforce recruitment, training, or business counseling services when appropriate

In addition to above, as a Senior Project Manager, typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Establish goals, objectives, priorities, schedules and budgets for individual programs and projects.
• Establish economic development strategies, polices and procedures.
• Establish and manage performance measurement systems related to Redevelopment and/or Economic Development goals and objectives.
• Maintain liaison with local Redevelopment and/or Economic Development organizations, local and regional businesses, developers, real estate brokers, public agencies, property owners, and the general public to encourage collaborations and promote Redevelopment and/or Economic Development activities.
• Make public presentations to legislative bodies, business organizations, community groups, development associations and others regarding the City's Redevelopment and/or Economic Development goals and objectives.
• Manage various Agency-owned commercial properties, including contract services, tenant lease negotiations, and property maintenance and improvements.
• Conduct and/or coordinate complex studies, and prepare comprehensive reports and recommendations.
• Establish and maintain electronic database and contact management programs.
• Coordinate with other departments the review and processing of specific private development projects.
• Leverage funding through grants, assistance programs and other means of maximizing the effectiveness of redevelopment projects.
• Oversee management of City's demographic, land use and market-related database; including maintenance of a commercial and industrial property inventory.
• Facilitate interdepartmental coordination related to strategic planning, business recruitment and business retention.

Qualifications

Qualifications for Project Manager:

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four year college or university with major work in public or business administration, urban planning or a closely related field. A Master's Degree or graduate level course work is desirable.

Experience: Four years of professional experience in economic development, redevelopment, housing, marketing, urban planning, real estate development, or related field. A Master's Degree may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Qualifications for Senior Project Manager:

Education: The equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major work in public or business administration, urban planning, or a closely related field. A Master's Degree or graduate level course work is desirable.

Experience : Four years of professional administrative and project management experience in redevelopment, economic development, urban planning, real estate development, or related field. Experience must include one year in the direct administration and management of redevelopment projects. A Master's degree or relevant professional certifications are highly desirable and may be substituted for one year of the required experience, except the minimal required redevelopment project management and administration experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major work in Economics, Finance, Political Science and Government, International Relations and Affairs, or a closely related field.
• Successful development and execution of business development and marketing plans aimed at attracting businesses.
• Proficiency with standard software programs (MS Office), and specific real estate software (CoStar), and customer relationship management software (Salesforce).
• Experience assisting in the development and implementation of a multi-sector economic development strategic plan focused on areas such as quality of life, business and jobs development, education and workforce development, tourism, and business retention, expansion, and attraction.
• Ability to identify trends and opportunities for economic growth and development.

Selection Process

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

1) Completed Employment Application

2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

1. An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ .
2. An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.

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