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• Gather, interpret, and prepare data for studies, reports and recommendations <br />• Assist in the application and submission of grants and other outside funding <br />opportunities to further the economic development goals of the City <br />H.. Perform a wide range of other tasks (within the ability and resources of the <br />Economic Development Manager) at the verbal or written direction of the City <br />Administrator. <br />KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES <br />(A) Knowledge of business retention programs and economic development and <br />redevelopment principles <br />(B) Knowledge of municipal zoning and infrastructure and planning programs and <br />processes <br />(C) Knowledge of public relations programs/initiatives related to economic development <br />(D) Considerable knowledge of tax increment financing law and TIF district <br />administration and the Minnesota property tax system <br />(E) Knowledge of real estate and development transactions <br />(F) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with architects, contractors, <br />developers, owners, supervisors, employees, EDA, City Council, and the general <br />public <br />(G) Ability to establish effective working relationships <br />(H) Ability to perform work and manage projects in a timely and thorough manner <br />(I) Ability to demonstrate initiative and excellent problem solving skills <br />(J) Ability to effectively handle a wide variety of city projects and problems in an <br />effective and professional manner <br />(K) Ability to maintain a positive image of the city through effective handling of <br />problems and sound coordination of multi -department programs <br />(L) Ability to anticipate communication needs of public, Council and staff and effectively <br />act to meet those needs <br />(M) Skill in the operation of job -related equipment <br />(N) Ability to develop a project management schedule for carrying out assigned tasks and <br />meet the schedule in a timely manner. <br />MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS <br />• At least 18 years of age <br />• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Land Use Planning, , Public Administration, or a <br />closely related field <br />• Progressively responsible project management experience <br />• Municipal planning/development experience <br />• Five years professional experience in the private/public sector with leading/managing <br />development and marketing initiatives within a community or experience relating to <br />economic development <br />• Proficiency using computers — word processing, spreadsheet programs, GIS <br />• Excellent written and verbal communication skills <br />• Valid unrestricted class D state driver's license with a good driving record <br />4 <br />