Senior Research & Intelligence Specialist (Senior Economic Development Specialist)

Economic Development Program Manager

Under general direction, is responsible for performing professional level work planning, coordinating, implementing, and overseeing activities of the City's Economic Development Programs. The position maintains external economic dashboards, responds to city-wide and department data needs through internal databases, and performs duties related to a Salesforce System Administrator. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment.

Work Location City Tower - 100 W. Houston St., San Antonio, Texas 78205 Work Hours 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m. Monday-Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Administers, promotes, coordinates, and markets economic incentive programs.
• Stays current on the trends of industries which make up the local economy.
• Coordinates marketing efforts with City staff, EDF, FTA, GKDC, Chambers, etc.
• Develops and implements advertisement and promotional programs.
• Develops and makes formal presentations to City Manager's Office, clients, boards, committees, etc.
• Serves as City liaison or coordinator to boards and committees.
• Prepares and maintains performance and statistical reports.
• Assists new and expanding businesses with site development and financial assistance identification.
• Coordinates activities related to outreach efforts to various Enterprise Community Zones.
• Coordinates with various City departments regarding SBEDA policy and requirements for RFP / RFQ's.
• Reviews architect and engineering interest statements for compliance with SBEDA policy.
• Conducts program orientation, government seminars and training workshops informing businesses of procurement process.
• Provides historical and pricing data and identifies bid matching opportunities in the government sector.
• Administers the City of San Antonio's Tax Phase-In Program.
• Promotes and coordinates the City's efforts in establishing San Antonio as an international logistics trade center.
• Promotes the aviation industry to expand the role of the City's airports in trade and distribution.
• Produces, coordinates, and co-hosts the department's monthly cable access TV show.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Applicant Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The City of San Antonio strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce.

The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.