Description

JOB SUMMARY 
Provides managerial, technical and administrative support to the director and department 
with Economic Development projects, programs, and activities. This position is responsible 
for preparing agenda items and presenting action items before the Duncanville City Council 
and Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC), providing information and responding 
to requests to other city departments, local business, contractors, real estate developers 
and the general public. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 
Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position.  The list of essential functions below 
does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. 

Economic Development Program Administration 

• Assists in the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, 
  and annual work plans.
• Supports the administration of economic development programs and initiatives designed 
  to promote business growth, redevelopment, job creation, and investment within the City.
• Administers the DCEDC Design Incentives Grant Program, including application review, 
  project coordination, compliance monitoring, and payment processing.
• Evaluates incentive applications and prepares contracts, agreements, and supporting 
  documentation for consideration and approval.
• Conducts research and analyzes industry trends, market conditions, and economic data 
  to support program enhancements and policy development.
• Monitors legislation and regulations impacting economic development activities and 
  provides analysis regarding potential impacts on City programs and initiatives.
• Supports the development of workforce, job training, and business assistance initiatives 
  that advance the City's economic development objectives.

 
Business Engagement and Marketing 

• Serves as a liaison to the local business community and maintains relationships with 
  existing and prospective businesses, developers, property owners, brokers, and 
  community organizations.
• Conducts business retention and expansion visits throughout the City to identify 
  opportunities, address concerns, and support local business growth.
• Plans, coordinates, and participates in business engagement events, networking 
  opportunities, workshops, and community outreach activities.
• Oversees departmental marketing and promotional activities, including social media 
  platforms, digital advertising, website content, and outreach campaigns.
• Develops and implements marketing strategies that promote economic development 
  opportunities, programs, and initiatives.
• Coordinates with internal departments and external partners to support branding, 
  communications, and public information efforts. 

Board, Budget, and Administrative Support 

• Assists with the preparation and administration of departmental budgets and monitors 
  expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Supports the administration of Hotel Occupancy Tax-related programs, strategic 
  initiatives, and policy implementation.
• Prepares agenda items, resolutions, reports, and supporting documentation for DCEDC, 
  Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Boards, City Council, and other governing bodies.
• Assists with the preparation of annual reports, program performance reports, and other 
  required documentation.
• Maintains departmental records and project files in accordance with applicable records 
  retention requirements and state law.
• Prepares payment requests, invoices, contracts, and other financial or administrative 
  documents necessary for departmental operations.
• Provides customer service and responds to inquiries from businesses, developers, 
  stakeholders, and the public regarding economic development programs and City 
  services. 

Partnership Development and Intergovernmental Relations 

• Maintains collaborative relationships with local, regional, state, and federal agencies, 
  economic development organizations, chambers of commerce, and business 
  associations.
• Serves as the department liaison to organizations including the Duncanville Chamber of
• Commerce, Best Southwest Partnership, North Texas Hispanic Business Coalition, and 
  similar entities.
• Represents the department and the City at meetings, conferences, workshops, public 
  events, and professional organizations.
• Assists the Director in coordinating activities with governmental agencies, community 
  partners, consultants, and stakeholders to advance economic development goals.
• Participates on internal committees, task forces, and cross-functional teams as assigned. 

Professional Development and Strategic Support 

• Attends professional development programs, conferences, and training opportunities to 
  remain current on economic development trends, best practices, and legislative changes.
• Provides research, analysis, and recommendations to support strategic planning, policy 
  development, and decision-making.
• Maintains strong working relationships with City departments, elected officials, 
  businesses, consultants, community organizations, and the public.
• Performs additional duties as assigned that fall within the scope of the job functions.

Requirements

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning 
& Land Use, Economic Development, or a related field, and two (2) years of related work 
experience.  An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be accepted on a year 
for year basis.  The total qualifying equivalent combination is six (6) years. 

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS  

• The candidate must have a valid, US, driver’s license  
• Current Economic Development Professional certification preferred