Jobs In The City of Bradenton

Department/Location:        Community Redevelopment Agency

Bargaining Unit:                  None

Classification:                       Essential: This position is an Essential classification and may require employee to report to duty after a hurricane or emergency.

Schedule:                               

This position normally works a regular weekday daytime shift and may require some evening/weekend work to meet obligations of position. May require immediate response to emergency conditions.

FLSA Status:                       Exempt

Supervision Exercised:       None

Supervision Received:        Community Redevelopment Agency Manager and Executive Director

General Purpose of the Position: The Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Coordinator responsible for providing day-to-day hands-on implementation of the CRA’s policies, programs, and projects consistent with the adopted Redevelopment Plans (Plans). The position also serves as a facilitator and as a liaison between the CRA and members of the public (customers) who have interests and ambitions within the Areas. The salary for this position is 100% paid by CRA increment revenue, all aspects of the job will specifically pertain to properties and locations within the designated Areas.

Essential duties and Responsibilities:

·        Take direction and receive related delegated duties from the CRA Executive Director and CRA Manager about all matters.

·        Collaborate with and provide reporting to the CRA Executive Director and CRA Manager on progress for all matters.

·        Collaborate with other City Departments and related staff on their specific oversight related to CRA matters.

·        Daily interaction with the public and other public and private agencies to coordinate with property and business owners interested in the Areas, including but not limited to phone calls, emails, and in-person meetings.

·        Provide grant application management (internal and external) for the CRA, including receiving and managing public submittals on application forms for various requests specific to the CRA.

·        Maintain accurate and detailed records and files specific to all CRA matters.

·        Assist in creating, compiling, and distributing CRA agenda packets, staff reports, photographs, and details specific to agenda items to be scheduled to go before the CRA Board.

·        When authorized, conduct field evaluations and customer meetings on properties within the Areas.

·        Write and manage developer requests for proposals for the purpose of CRA projects and/or disposing of CRA land for redevelopment in conjunction with City departments.

·        Attend training sessions and conferences about CRAs.

·        Achieve professional designation in various levels of CRA through the Florida Redevelopment Association Academy and other relevant certifications or training.

·        Communicate with community groups, residents, and business owners about CRA projects and programs.

·        Collaboration, management, and creative design input of projects specific to public property, including but not limited to parks, recreational areas, public spaces, street scaping, street ROW beautification, and similar initiatives.

Skills and Physical Abilities Required:

·        Thorough knowledge of intergovernmental operations and the redevelopment process, especially familiarity with and adherence to all Florida Statutes, which guide CRA activities and accountability.

·        Ability to understand and implement the adopted CRA annual budget.

·        Ability to evaluate and propose aspects of the CRA annual budget.

·        Assist in meeting annual statutory requirements for CRA Agencies, including creating and filing an annual report and meeting other reporting and advertising requirements about the CRA.

·        Ability to seek out and write grants specific to locations in the Areas.

·        Assist in land acquisition on behalf of the CRA.

·        Compile databases and relevant planning and economic information regarding the CRA’s housing, retails, industrial, and office development activity.

·        Outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

·        Detail-oriented and organized, and exercises/presents high professionalism and performance in all aspects of representing the City and CRA.

·        A self-starter, enthusiastic, and a demonstrated team builder, facilitator, and consensus builder who is positively involved with and supportive of all City Staff and the community.

·        Must be able to work individually and with a team of co-workers representing multiple points of view.

·        Understanding of zoning, comprehensive planning, site development and GIS mapping a plus.

·        Other duties specific to the CRA, as directed and delegated by the CRA Executive Director and CRA Manager.

Computer Equipment and Software Requirements: Proficient in computer skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and similar office suite software.

Physical Abilities Required:  May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Works indoors in an office environment as well as makes site visits to outdoor areas containing public art. Light to medium lifting required (up to 30 pounds of equipment). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Education and Experience Required: Bachelor Degree from a four-year accredited college or university with a major in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or a related field; or at least two (2) years of experience in municipal or county government or CRAs. Verifiable work-related references and examples of completed redevelopment planning and projects the candidate participated in must also be provided. Must have a valid Driver’s license, obtain a State of Florida-issued driver’s license upon relocation, if applicable, and have a clean driving record for the past three (3) years. Must pass a background check.