Redevelopment Specialist

Redevelopment Specialist

Under the direct supervision of the CRA Administrator, the Redevelopment Specialist performs highly specialized and responsible work, including coordinating activities and projects of the City's redevelopment district(s). The Redevelopment Specialist is administratively responsible for projects and works closely with the CRA Administrator and Community Redevelopment Agency Board, including assisting the CRA Administrator in updating senior staff and the Board on the status of the CRA's projects, programs, and activities.

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

• Provides administrative assistance and project support to the CRA Administrator and other Staff as needed.
• Assists with CRA projects, including solicitation of bids and proposals, contract oversight and related paperwork, and monitoring of consultants and contractors.
• Assists with the preparation, tracking, and monitoring of annual budgets and reports for the CRA.
• Prepares and distributes CRA agenda packets and related paperwork and attends CRA Board meetings and workshops.
• Assists with identifying and assessing redevelopment projects.
• Performs record and file management functions (paper and electronic).
• Assists in the coordination and dissemination of informational material and marketing collateral, which may include brochures, press releases, flyers, media kits, and postcards.
• Responsible for updating and maintaining the CRA's website.
• Assists with special projects such as awards submissions, annual reports, and/or videos.
• Assists with the coordination of CRA produced and/or sponsored special events such as community events, ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings, and openings.
• Manages special projects as assigned, including monitoring project budgets, ensuring the CRA Administrator signs all invoices and pay requests, and coordinating with other City departments as necessary.
• Assists the CRA Administrator in identifying local, state, and federal funding programs for project planning and implementation.
• Interfaces with local businesses, property owners, chamber of commerce, and other related groups.
• Assists the CRA administrator in developing public relations programs to generate interest and support for projects.
• Makes appointments for the CRA Administrator to meet with other departments and agencies, consultants, property owners, citizens, businesses, and community groups to assess the need for and develop new projects.
• Under the direction of the CRA Administrator, develops new ideas and project suggestions for consideration by senior staff and the CRA Board.
• Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared or undeclared emergency.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Associate degree or higher in economic development, planning, business, public administration, or a related field and at least two (2) years of experience working for a CRA or economic development agency; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Successful applicants will be expected to obtain certification by the Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA) as a Redevelopment Professional (FRA-RP) or Redevelopment Administrator (FRA-RA). Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.

Knowledge of Florida Statutes, Chapter 163, Part III. Knowledge of various financial techniques available to fund projects, together with legal aspects of redevelopment. Have a general understanding of the technical field of economic development. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with city officials and employees, the general public, and representatives of other agencies. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external parties. Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public and maintain composure in difficult and/or stressful situations. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to keep track of and manage multiple tasks. Skilled in the use of a variety of computer and desktop publishing programs, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite and InDesign.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, holidays, and paid time off accrual. Part-time employees are entitled to holiday pay. To learn more about the benefits offered at the City of Ocoee please visit: Employee Benefits