Economic Development Assistant

$53,911 - $62,000/Yr

County Of Powhatan - Powhatan, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Powhatan, VA

About the position

The Economic Development Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the County's economic initiatives and providing administrative assistance to the Director of Economic Development. This position focuses on executing a comprehensive economic development program, requiring professionalism, effective communication, and stakeholder engagement. The assistant will manage key projects, ensure positive representation of the County's values, and contribute to various economic development activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with economic development activities such as business retention and expansion, marketing and recruitment, travel/tourism, and incentive development.
• Support the Director with communications and media releases through social media, press releases, and website maintenance.
• Plan and execute events related to Economic Development.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data for the county's Economic Development plan.
• Promote communication and knowledge on Economic Development issues across the region.
• Respond to citizen requests, complaints, and inquiries regarding Economic Development.
• Analyze and compile economic and demographic data.

Requirements

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to Economic Development.
• Understanding of the history, tourist attractions, economic resources, and business opportunities in the County.
• Familiarity with the geographic layout of the County and surrounding areas.
• Ability to effectively communicate the County's Economic Development policies.
• Capability to develop collaborative working relationships with local businesses and community organizations.
• Skill in maintaining cooperative relationships with various personnel and external entities.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in social media management.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance