Economic Development Specialist

Job description

The City of Johnson City, Tennessee is accepting online applications for an Economic Development Specialist with the Economic Development Department. This position supports the shared economic development mission of Washington County and the City of Johnson City, Tennessee, focusing on fostering job growth, expanding the tax base, and enhancing the overall quality of life for residents. The Economic Development Specialist assists with the planning, implementation, and promotion of economic development initiatives, programs, and strategic goals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a foundational understanding of economic development principles and a strong commitment to supporting team efforts in achieving established objectives. The employee in this class receives supervision from the City of Johnson City Economic Development Coordinator. Special assignments may arise, however. Essential Functions: - Assist with existing industry retention and expansion programs - Lead and expand workforce development programs - Provide research and information, and/or technology support needed to execute plans and programs - Maintain and manage a database of available properties - Collect, manage...