The fundamental reason this classification exists is to provide expert advice, support and assistance in planning, administering, coordinating and supervising the City's Economic Development or Professional Sports Programs. The incumbent is responsible for overseeing and leading the development and negotiation of agreements and contracts for projects undertaken by Economic Development professional staff which includes Senior Redevelopment Program Managers, Redevelopment Program Managers, Project Managers and Project Management Assistants.
Work includes overseeing legal and contractual assistance activities as well as consultant services.
As the need arises, the incumbent will assume the role of chief negotiator in high profile projects or programs. General supervision is received from the Assistant Community and Economic Development Director-Economic Development branch, and work is reviewed through project reports, conferences, and results obtained. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service. Laws, ordinances, regulations and policies of various government agencies as they affect the business community. Leadership styles and skills.