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Director of Community and Economic Development (Unclassified)

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Director of Community and Economic Development (Unclassified)

Salary

$117,540.80 - $174,803.20 Annually

Location

(Ramsey County Courthouse) Saint Paul, MN

Job Type

Full Time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2025-00132

Department

22D01-CtywideOp/EGCI

Opening Date

01/29/2025

Closing Date

2/12/2025 11:59 PM Central

Union

Unrepresented

FLSA Status

exempt

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Basic Function

The current vacancy is in the Economic Growth and Community Investment Service Team. The unclassified eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department.

Provide the overall vision, long-range strategic planning, leadership and direction for the Community and Economic Development Division. This position reports directly to a Deputy County Manager and is part of the Economic Growth and Community Investment (EGCI) Service Team.

Flexible Workplace

This position is identified under the designation of ‘flex work eligible’, meaning that the employee can formally opt to be in-office full-time or work a flex schedule in which at least two-days per week are performed in office and other days can be performed in a remote-first environment. Regardless of selection, the position carries expectations regarding on-site responsibilities and will require schedule flexibility beyond the minimum expectations set forth in the county’s flexible workplace policy. To view Ramsey County’s Flexible Workplace policy, go to: Flexible Workplace policy (https://public.powerdms.com/Ramsey/tree/documents/1657939) .

To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to: Job Descriptions (http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ramsey/classspecs) . Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.

Examples of Work Performed

• Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.

• Provide leadership, vision and strategic direction for community and economic development in Ramsey County, in support of and aligned with the Ramsey County mission, vision and goals. Direct the development of strategic goals, objectives, and long-range planning for programs and operations within the department, across the EGCI Service Team, and county-wide. Oversee the administration of federally-funded housing programs. Establish measurable program and service outcomes and oversee the development of continuous improvements and quality assurance measures.

• Work with other leaders in the EGCI Service Team, especially the Director and Deputy Director of Planning in Public Works and the Director of Workforce Solutions, to ensure strong ongoing coordination of economic development efforts and a one-county approach to identification and leveraging of future opportunities.

• Plan, organize and implement economic development functions from conception to completion. Serve as the County's primary marketer and business expansion advocate. Encourage taxable business investment and the creation of new job opportunities within Ramsey County; retain and support existing businesses by providing assistance to ensure continued success and expansion. Keep abreast of changing needs for public intervention required to attract and retain desired business activity that will result in tax base and employment opportunities.

• Plan, develop and and finance new projects; identify potential funding partners for new development and housing initiatives; negotiate with developers the terms and conditions of redevelopment contacts.

• Direct the development and management of the department's operating budget including the administration of the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Program and other programs, projecting funding levels, assessing existing and anticipated service levels, staffing needs and program changes or requirements.

• Coordinate and execute the County's marketing effort. Provide information and make presentations to city officials, their elected bodies, business and developer groups, civic groups, residents, and the County Board and its Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) on economic development issues, programs, services and plans.

• Authentically engage and build partnerships with Ramsey County cities to achieve collaboration and inclusiveness that will advance regional interests; serve as a convenor and connector, bringing a regional perspective and opportunities to share in economic development work.

• Supervise the preparation of requests for county board action and attend weekly meetings of the county board and its subcommittees to provide information and explain department proposals.

• Represent the county before the news media, elected officials, state and federal officials, local government officials, staff from cities and other counties, and the community to present the county position on economic development issues, to explain county policies and procedures and to negotiate satisfactory problem resolution.

• Direct, manage and oversee the selection of professional consultants and contractors, the negotiation and execution of contracts and agreements with business owners, private developers, financial institutions and other vendors, and the monitoring of contracted service performance to ensure the delivery of effective services in compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies.

• Promote efficient, effective and collaborative service delivery. Participate as a member of the County Manager's Senior Management Team and perform related duties as assigned.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this work and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9,10, 11, 12.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in economic development, public affairs, urban studies, economics, finance, public administration, business administration or a related field.

Experience: Five years' experience in positions related to the functions listed as knowledge, skills and abilities needed to carry out the scope of this position.

Substitution: An equivalent combination (nine years) of education and experience.

Certifications/Licensure: None.

Preferred Experience: Three or more years of management experience.

Exam/Screening Process Information

This is an unclassified, at-will position, holding a confidential relation to the department head or elected official. This position requires an open screening and selection process. There is no exam for this unclassified, at-will, position. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the department for consideration.

Interested candidates please upload a copy of your resume, a cover letter detailing your experience, and complete the online application.

Definition of Unclassified from the Ramsey County Personnel Act:

Subdivision 1. General. "The appointing authority may discharge employees in the unclassified service with or without cause. Employees in the unclassified service have no right to a grievance appeal from discharge or other disciplinary action under sections 383A.281 to 383A.301. An employee in an unclassified position shall not have tenure but shall be entitled to all benefits associated with tenure such as vacation leave, sick leave, health insurance, and other benefits as determined by the county board."

Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.

To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application (https://www.ramseycounty.us/sites/default/files/Departments/Human%20Resources%20Dept/RAMSEY%20COUNTY%20EMPLOYMENT%20APPLICATION.pdf) (Download PDF reader) (https://get.adobe.com/reader/) . You will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.

For further information regarding this posting, please contact lindsey.hunter@co.ramsey.mn.us