Desirable Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, marketing, communications, public administration/relations, economics, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in marketing and communications in an office/business environment (this may include internships, volunteer work or other applicable experience).
- Demonstrated acumen and excitement to work at the convergence of public sectors at the local, state and federal level supporting private sector businesses.
- Basic understanding of SEO/Google analytics, or willingness to learn.
- Demonstrated experience of graphic design and comfortable using software within Adobe Creative Cloud including InDesign, Photoshop, and Premiere.
- Good customer service skills,
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, able to prioritize multiple initiatives.
- Must be a creative and strategic thinker with effective oral and written communication.
- Proven exceptional grammar and editing skills.
- Ability to do detailed work.
- Self-motivated team player.
- Owning projects from concept to delivery.
- Valid Georgia Class C Driver’s License
Under the direction of the Economic Development Director, this position coordinates business attraction efforts as it relates to business attraction. The position requires a strong history of creating dynamic marketing campaigns and managing brand management. The position will work with the Economic Development Director and Business Retention and Expansion staff to create and present data using economic development data to promote Stonecrest and create brand awareness within the community and to state, local and national audiences. Other responsibilities include coordination of activities that encourage a healthy and stable business environment; preparation and implementation of long-range economic development plans; and coordination of assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinates the planning and implementation of the Economic Development Programs including business attraction, retention, job creation, business assistance, marketing, and related functions.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy for the Network, in conjunction with leadership.
- Work in concert with City Communications and the Economic Development Department to build content such as client success stories, video interviews, reels, etc. to track the effectiveness of programming and its impact on the community.
- Communicates and coordinates with real estate professionals interested in establishing businesses in the City of Stonecrest.
- Assists in the development of strategies for implementation of economic and real property activities, schedules, and guidelines, including, but not limited to, property acquisition and disposition assistance, and developer selection and negotiations.
- Reviews analysis, documents and reports prepared by consultants and staff to assure accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness.
- Keeps abreast of legislative developments which may impact economic development programs, policies and/or procedures and implements approved follow-up action.
- Attends the various commission and City Council meetings and may act as a staff resource to various sub-committees and City staff.
- Monitors contracts and agreements relating to economic development or property management activities which involve payments or financial calculations.
- Analyzes economic data and prepares long-term business and financial forecasts in coordination with other City employees.
- Performs related duties as assigned.