Economic Development Coordinator III

The San Bernardino County Economic Development Department fosters sustainable economic growth opportunities for job creation and revenue enhancement through comprehensive business expansion, attraction, and retention programs and services. The Department creates strategic partnerships with public and private entities to enhance global competitiveness and entrepreneurial development.

Our team of experts specialize in connecting businesses with resources in the areas of economic development, international investment, workforce development, entrepreneurship and small business development, travel and tourism, and film and photography. They are dedicated to fulfilling the County's vision of a vibrant, prosperous economy that creates a broad range of choices for our residents in how they live, work, and play.

Economic Development Coordinatorsplay a key role in achieving the County's Vision. They build the bridges that connect businesses with opportunities, tools, people, and resources that will help them succeed and grow. Key responsibilities of these positions include establishing and fostering harmonious working relationships with stakeholders; coordinating and implementing economic development projects; providing technical assistance and resources; conducting studies and research; analyzing legislation and making recommendations; monitoring contracts; and representing the County at various functions.

The Economic Development Coordinator III is the experienced level of the series, handling larger and/or high complexity projects while leading the project teams. Please refer to the Economic Coordinator III job description for a more detailed description of duties.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

San Bernardino County's Department of Economic Developmentfosters sustainable economic growth opportunities for job creation and revenue enhancement through comprehensive business expansion, attraction, and retention programs and services. The Department creates strategic partnerships with public and private entities to enhance global competitiveness and entrepreneurial development.

Our team of experts specialize in connecting businesses with resources in the areas of economic development, international investment, workforce development, entrepreneurship and small business development, travel and tourism, and film and photography. They are dedicated to fulfilling the County's vision of a vibrant, prosperous economy that creates a broad range of choices for our residents in how they live, work, and play. For more information, visithttps://selectsbcounty.com/

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background:Applicant must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment including fingerprinting, work and education verification, a medical exam and drug test.

Travel/License: A valid California Class C driver license is required at time of appointment. Employees in this class may be required to use personal vehicles and show proof of and maintain automobile liability insurance.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider to candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet both the Education and Experience requirements:

EDUCATION:

A Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, planning, economic development, finance, or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE:

Four (4) years of experience working for a public or private agency with experience that included primary responsibility for a combination of economic development, business development, marketing, public relations, commercial/industrial real estate and/or legislative research, analysis and development.

SUBSTITUTION:A Master's degree in a qualifying area may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will exceed the required experience in an economic development agency, and have a strong background in managing strategic business development and retention initiatives with proven outcomes. Experience in Foreign Trade and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is highly desired.