Economic Development & Housing Manager

Summit County is a vibrant community committed to fostering sustainable economic growth and ensuring affordable and workforce housing for its residents. We are dedicated to creating a thriving, inclusive environment that benefits both our citizens and businesses.

The Economic Development & Housing Manager performs professional-level work to support the County's economic development and affordable/workforce housing strategies. Reporting to the Economic Development & Housing Director, this role plays a vital part in identifying opportunities for sustainable economic and housing growth, managing programs, and implementing strategic initiatives. Summit County is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, religion, or background. Job closes 2/5/2025 at 5:00 pm Mountain Time. (Best to use Google Chrome to apply)

SALARY RANGE: $97,779.05 - $137,049.91/annually

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from college with a bachelor's degree in public administration, economic development, marketing, urban studies, planning, real estate, or a related field; AND
• Five (5) years of responsible experience in economic development, affordable/workforce housing, business development, marketing, tourism, real estate, or closely related field; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Certifications Desired: American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), International Economic Development Council (CEcD), or Housing Development Finance Professional (RHDFP).

BENEFITS

• Options for a premium free Health Plan
• Dental Plan
• Life Insurance
• State of Utah Retirement
• Sick Leave
• Parental Leave
• Vacation Pay
• 401K Match
• Orientation Pay Increase - up to 3% increase at the successful completion of six-month orientation period

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Serves as Executive Director of the newly formed Summit County Housing Authority.
• Works closely with the US Department of Housing and Urban Development to ensure that the Summit County Housing Authority complies with all federal regulations and requirements applicable to housing authorities.
• Prepares, implements and administers the housing budget for the Summit County Housing Authority.
• Develops and submits all Housing related grant applications.
• Presents information to the Summit County Council and The Housing Authority, including general reports, agendas, presentations, resolutions, agreements, and Memoranda of Understanding; represents the Housing Authority at all community events, forums, working groups and governing bodies.
• Assist in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for sustainable economic development programs and in support of the County's economic development strategies.
• Conduct research, tracks business trends, development patterns and real estate activity, compile statistical information, analyze findings, and make recommendations.
• Provides prompt and thorough responses to inquiries from the public, business owners and other County partners.
• Plans, promotes, organizes, implements, and evaluates a variety of economic and affordable/workforce housing programs.
• Under the direction of the County's Economic Development & Housing Director, administers the County's affordable housing programs including asset management of any County owned housing units.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Prepares and presents staff and agenda reports and other necessary correspondence related to assigned activities and services; attends County Council, Planning Commission, and other board meetings, conducts presentations, and provides technical advice regarding assigned functions; prepares and conducts public meetings and presentations for community groups.
• Serves as a liaison and provides technical guidance and assistance for assigned functions with other County departments, divisions, businesses, outside agencies, and other interested parties; provides staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces as necessary.
• Advanced knowledge of procedures, standards, practices, information sources, and trends in the fields of affordable housing, real estate asset management, redevelopment, tax increment financing, low-income housing tax credits and/or CDBG/HOME grant administration.
• Assists interested businesses and industries in identifying potential sites, securing County approvals, identify financing opportunities and works with the development community.
• Works with developers, property owners, real estate professionals and consultants on the acquisition, lease, and sale of buildings and vacant land.
• Prepares and distributes marketing and promotional materials for a variety of County economic development and housing programs and projects.
• Serves as a point of contact for information, expansion-related requests from existing employers.
• Prepare professional level reports, letters, presentations, and other written communications.
• Develops and maintain relationships with the business community and community partners to foster sustainable economic vitality and to increase affordable/workforce housing opportunities.
• Work with local hospitality industries and other community partners to attract visitors, increase overnight stays and improve the visitor experience.
• Assist in the preparation and administration of the Economic Development Program Budget.
• Provides technical assistance to local businesses and organizations applying for federal, state, or regional incentive programs to aid in economic recovery and/or expansion.
• Coordinate entrepreneur, business and workforce development trainings and workshops to assist local businesses.
• Coordinate with other County departments, divisions, outside agencies, and service providers.
• Meet with public groups, clubs, organizations, and agencies to explain and promote programs that encourage sustainable economic vitality and affordable/workforce housing programs in the County.
• Under the Direction of the Economic Development and Housing Director assists with the administration of the Summit County Community Development and Renewal Agency and Economic Development Advisory Board.
• Work collaboratively with public and private entities to achieve economic development goals and organize creative funding mechanisms such as Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and/or various grants.

Perform related duties as assigned