Economic Development Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Sarnia, Canada County of Lambton Full time

Company Biography

**Please note**: This position is not with the County of Lambton. It is with our Community Partner, the City of Sarnia**

The City of Sarnia is seeking a confident, motivated, customer-service focused professional to join our Economic Development team. Reporting to the Director of Economic Development, the Coordinator will provide quality and timely business development to support local businesses and neighbourhoods.
Position Overview
This position will be primarily responsible for the development, administration, and implementation of the Sarnia Neighbourhood Revitalization Project where emphasis will be placed on revitalization efforts in Downtown Sarnia and Mitton Village through community engagement, research, and business development.

**Responsibilities**:
Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of the operation of local government as it applies to economic development
Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office, Client Relationship Management (CRM) systems, and data management software.

Effective written and oral communication skills including presentation skills

Ability to research, analyze, and make recommendations

Initiative, creative problem solving skills, and resourcefulness

Project management skills

Ability to recruit and lead a group of volunteers

Ability to build and maintain positive relationships within the local business community, other community stakeholders and organizations, upper levels of government, etc.

**Qualifications**:
Education and Experience

Minimum two (2) year post-secondary education in Economic Development or a related field, plus a minimum of three (3) years of related work experience; or an acceptable combination of education and experience.

A valid G driver’s licence with an abstract acceptable to City guidelines.

Experience preparing and reporting on grant submissions is considered an asset.

Interest and previous experience in government or non-profit administration, business management, marketing, and /or small business assistance is considered an asset.
How to Apply

Personal information is being collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used to determine the qualifications for employment with The Corporation of the City of Sarnia. Questions about this collection should be directed to the City Clerk, 255 Christina St. N., Sarnia, ON N7T 7N2, 519-332-0330 ext. 3366.

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