• Job Description

  Req#: 4930944

  This position is responsible for coordinating efforts to support small businesses throughout the city, which also includes serving as the primary administrator of the City of Irving’s Small Business Recovery and Resiliency Grant Program and developing new programs to help retain and grow small businesses. Duties include facilitating and leading the implementation of development and redevelopment projects and / or functions from conception to completion; performing highly responsible managerial work involving assessing, estimating, developing, coordinating, managing, planning, and oversight of development and revitalization projects. This position will provide leadership for and participate in special projects, initiatives and activities, proactively seeking solutions to various municipal issues and serves as a staff liaison to various committees, boards, and commissions as appropriate. A Master’s degree, or equivalent, in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Urban Planning or a related field, and five years of relevant experience with two years of project management experience required. Must have a high level of proficiency in MS PowerPoint, Word and Excel; good written and oral communication skills; and the ability to research, compile and summarize a variety of informational and statistical data into comprehensive reports. Must have or be able to obtain a valid Class C Texas driver’s license within six months of hire. A certified Economic Developer (CecD) credential would be beneficial. A résumé must be submitted with application.

  
  PAY GRADE GG30 / FULL PAY RANGE $8,192 - $11,551 PER MONTH
  
  The full job description for this position and all other City of Irving job classifications are available online. Click here to access the list of job titles.The purpose of Economic Development is to create a viable city through the promotion, recruitment, and coordination of new commercial, industrial, retail, and residential developments.
  
  The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The City of Irving is dedicated to making diversity and inclusivity a priority, to continually refine and develop best practices, and to foster a participatory government. The city also acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.

• About the company

  The City of Irving is an economic powerhouse in North Texas and is home to the region’s largest office park, where more than 10 percent of Fortune 500 companies are headquartered or have a significant presence. Irving is the 13th largest city in the st...

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