Economic Development Specialist (BMSD)

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

• Administer and coordinate BMSD Economic Development Programs (demolition, redevelopment and business development, property improvement, land assembly) to revitalize commercial corridors and mitigate blight.

• Develop, implement, and monitor program guidelines, timelines, performance metrics, compliance protocols, and reporting requirements.

• Maintain accurate program documentation, grant agreements, contracts, and records; ensure adherence to County policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

• Manage and coordinate construction and remodeling projects within the Broward Municipal Services District (BMSD).Collaborate with the Construction Management Division’s Project Manager and liaise with engineers, architects, legal staff, general contractors, and other professionals involved in BMSD projects.

• Direct and provide oversight of general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors, ensuring quality standards and compliance with specifications.

• Attend coordination/progress meetings; conduct regular site visits throughout project phases (bid walks, pre-construction inspections, in-progress visits, and closeouts).

• Prepare and maintain BMSD remodeling grant agreements and related documents; monitor contract obligations and cultivate productive relationships between BMSD property owners and contractors.

• Utilize the BMSD Resource Toolbox to make redevelopment resources available for eligible properties.

• Serve as the primary liaison to BMSD businesses and residents; lead outreach initiatives and facilitate community engagement to connect stakeholders with County and partner resources.

• Provide one-on-one counseling and business assistance to entrepreneurs and small businesses; conduct on-site visits to identify needs and deliver targeted support.

• Coordinate activities related to business development, expansion, and retention, facilitating efficient business/County interactions.

• Research industry sector economic data; conduct financial and programmatic analysis to inform decision-making.

• Produce reports, presentations, dashboards, and briefings; measure economic impact and program outcomes (e.g., investment leveraged, jobs created/retained, property improvements, tax base growth).

• Support urban redevelopment strategies, incentive program design, and long-range planning for BMSD revitalization.

• Research and develop long term objectives, strategies and approaches to urban redevelopment and revitalization, business incentives and economic impact.

• Coordinate with the County Attorney’s Office to codify the BMSD Economic Development Program within the County’s Code of Ordinances and Administrative Code.

• Draft/prepare materials for legal review; facilitate the completion of procedural documentation and legislative updates to formalize program frameworks and governance structures.

• Administer the Small Business Micro Grant pilot program for the BMSD, including outreach, intake, eligibility screening, application review, and compliance monitoring.

• Track performance metrics, outcomes, and reporting; ensure timely communication with applicants and recipients.

• Prepare, coordinate, and monitor documents for new leases, renewals, and amendments through execution; maintain economic development information and records.

• Participate in employee development and business assistance facilitator training; continuously improve program delivery.

• Work independently under limited supervision; report major activities through periodic meetings.

• Speak at events; participate in and attend industry conferences, meetings, conventions, and workshops; present economic development plans and information to diverse audiences.

• Conduct meetings and workshops with the business community; monitor, evaluate, and amend goals and action programs to achieve stated objectives.

• Performs related work as assigned.
  

Manages Complexity:Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.

Drives Results:Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.

Devotes considerable effort to surpassing goals and achieving the best possible results; goes above and beyond to achieve excellence.

Drives ahead with great focus when faced with obstacles and setbacks; maintains productivity and a positive attitude.

Interpersonal Savvy:Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people. Recognizes even subtle social cues and nimbly responds to others' needs and preferences.

Helps to defuse difficult interpersonal situations by showing high levels of tact, sensitivity, and consideration. Builds rapport with ease.

Builds Networks:Effectively builds formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.

Engages with a wide network, across many functions, disciplines, and business units, to add value to organizational efforts. Leverages a wide network to provide insight and influence outcomes.

Communicates Effectively:Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Tailors communication content and style to the needs of others. Pays attention to others' input and perspectives, asks questions, and summarizes to confirm understanding.

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.

All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies^©.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

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County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

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