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CONSENT ITEM
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRPERSON AND MEMBERS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
BOARD
FROM: JOHN ANDREWS, DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
VICTORIA CROSS, DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
VIA: RICK COLE, CITY MANAGER?
DATE: JULY 16, 2001
SUBJECT: AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S POSITION CLASSIFICATION PLAN UPDATING AND
RE-TITLING THE CLASS SPECIFICATION OF ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT/REDEVELOPMENT(FORMERLY SENIOR REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT
MANAGER)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Redevelopment Agency Board approve and adopt the attached
updated and re-titled class specification for the position of Assistant Director of Economic
Development/Redevelopment (formerly titled "Senior Redevelopment Project Manager").
BACKGROUND
A review of the existing class specification for the position of Senior Redevelopment Project
Manager revealed the need for an update to the current description of job duties for this position.
The class specification was revised to reflect the increased level of duties and responsibilities.
The qualification guidelines for the position were updated increasing the years of professional
experience from three (3) years to five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience.
Additionally, the position is defined to serve in an acting capacity in the absence or at the
designation of the Director of Economic Development.
As the Economic Development Department handles both Economic Development and
Redevelopment, a title change to Assistant Director of Economic Development/Redevelopment
is appropriate. Additionally, the Assistant Director of Economic Development/Redevelopment
will be considered a mid-management level position.
This position remains assigned under the Resolution 01-R10 covering Redevelopment/Economic
Development benefits and salary.
FISCAL IMPACT
The total increased annual cost be will be $7,300. Funding for the position of Assistant Director
of Economic Development/Redevelopment is achieved combining approved funding in the FY
2001-2002 budget for the position of Senior Project Manager and Redevelopment Agencyfu ds.
Date Adopted:
Class Code:
CITY OF AZUSA
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/REDEVELOPMENT
DEFINITION
Under administrative direction, coordinates, supervises, implements and directs redevelopment and
economic development projects; provides professional and managerial level assistance to the Director of
Economic Development; and performs other related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Assists with the daily administration of Economic Development/Redevelopment projects/programs.
Coordinates redevelopment and economic development projects and programs with various City
departments; defines financial parameters on and priority of redevelopment and economic development
projects
Negotiates, monitors and ensures compliance with terms and applicable agreements on behalf of the
Redevelopment Agency.
Provides assistance to department management,other City personnel and the public in areas of Economic
Development/Redevelopment; may direct the work of others involved in related activity.
As an assigned representative of the department, may attend conferences, meetings, and/or public
functions; may lead or participate in discussions regarding personnel or risk management issues; responds
to inquiries and advises or provides assistance to the Director,other City employees,other agencies, and/or
the public regarding Economic Development/Redevelopment matters.
May act in the absence of the Director of Economic Development and attend functions on the Director's
behalf.
Prepares and evaluates request for proposals/quotes soliciting outside agents to perform land acquisitions,
appraisals, relocation and site specific development projects; coordinates and supervises land acquisitions,
relocations and demolition activities.
Coordinates project area formation; prepares and negotiates Owner Participation and Disposition and
Development Agreements.
Coordinates the Agency's economic development efforts with local business, Chamber of Commerce and
related governmental agencies and non-profit organizations.
Researches and develops recommendations on redevelopment projects and Community Block Grant
Programs, as well as redevelopment planning and strategic vision for the Department.
Provides assistance and training to departmental personnel as necessary. May supervise and/or evaluate
departmental staff.
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Assistant Director of Economic Development/Redevelopment
Class Specification
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
These are position functions which may be changed, deleted or reassigned to accommodate an individual
with a disability.
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
Education and/or Experience
Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities
necessary for satisfactory job performance. Example combinations include equivalent to a Bachelor's
degree from an accredited college/university in Public Administration,Business Administration or closely
related field, AND five (5) years of recent, increasingly responsible, professional work experience in
management, financial and economic analysis of redevelopment projects and/or real estate
transactions.
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities
Thorough working knowledge of the principles and practices of Federal, State and local laws,
regulations and procedures concerning community redevelopment and economic development projects;
financial procedures and regulations pertaining to real estate,loan management,property improvements
and project formation analysis; grant writing and monitoring; and techniques and methods of effective
supervision.
Ability to plan, organize and carry out assignments with minimal supervision and direction; assist in
developing new policies;supervise the work of assigned staff;communicate clearly and concisely, both
orally and in writing; research and prepare complex and detailed reports on a variety of redevelopment
and Community Block Grant projects; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the
community at large, City staff, public officials and outside agencies; plan, direct and coordinate
redevelopment and Block Grant activities; represent the Director, Department and City in a variety of
meetings and functions; act in the Director's absence; supervise and review the work of staff and/or
consultants; operate programs within allocated amounts; understand, explain and apply policies and
procedures;analyze unusual situations and resolve them through application of management principles
and practices; deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions; interpret financial
statements and cost accounting reports; and perform other related duties as required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Class C California driver's license and a satisfactory driving
record.
Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
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