Business Development Specialist; A267510-2 Administration

Job Description

The business development coordinator contributes to the growth and development of the Economic Development Department's strategic plan, goals and objectives for the City of Laredo. The coordinator assists in collecting detailed information about current and prospective businesses and projects to identify growth opportunities in the area. The ideal candidate is someone who is aware of the importance of keeping up to date with market trends that can help enhance existing businesses and attract new business to Laredo.

• Creates and implements business development and recruitment strategies to identify current and new markets to enter.
• Performs community outreach to identify areas and industries with opportunities for economic growth.
• Conducts economic and market data research to identify new business development opportunities.
• Develops and maintains effective relationships with established businesses and local industry associations via email, phone, and in‑person.
• Supports and facilitates development and execution of marketing plans.
• Assists in the preparation of presentations for current businesses and new prospects.
• Tracks local economic activity and provides feedback to the department.
• Works with other departments to ensure alignment of economic development goals and strategies as set by upper management.
• Conducts initial financial analysis to identify economic and fiscal impacts and shares feedback on potential impact, risks, and uncertainties associated with proposed business development plans, strategies, or projects.
• Works in collaboration with department divisions and local industry associations to support recruitment programs and strategies.
• Performs on‑site and/or desk audits of applicants for economic development incentives.
• Assists in annual compliance reports of active incentive programs.
• Conducts general duties related to the economic development department initiatives, programs, and strategies as directed.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Ability to use computer hardware, various software programs and technologies, including word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Ability to speak before public groups and make presentations.
• Ability to operate general office equipment and computers.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions quickly and accurately.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with other employees and members of the public tactfully and courteously.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in English and Spanish.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant conditions or hazards.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are…