CITY OF BAKERSFIELD CLASS SPECIFICATION: 25055 UNIT: WHITE COLLAR
EE04: PROFESSIONALS
CLASS TITLE: ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
CLASS SUMMARY:
Under general direction, is responsible for performing complex, specialized office and field work related to a variety of subjects based on assignment within the Department; including: economic development, redevelopment, community development, low income/affordab le housing development, environmental planning/compliance and homeless services; including planning, financial management, monitoring grant compliance, contract administration, subrecipient and development monitoring, preparation of plans and reports, leading community outreach and engagement, and serving as a resource to other City staff, outside agencies, and the public in answering questions, providing information, and assistance ; and performs other duties as assigned.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of all positions in the class. They are descriptive, not limiting.
Essential Duties:
Plans, organize s, and perform s assignments pertaining to economic development, redevelopment, community development, homeless services, affordable housing, historic preservation and /or adaptive reuse;
Implements local, State, and Federal program regulations relating to economic development, community development, homeless services and/or affordable housing; Coordinates with other City Departments and government agencies involved with economic development, community development, homeless services and/or affordable housing projects and programs, including legal counsel, public works, and consultants; Conducts complex environmental review determinations (California Environmental Quality Act/ National Environmental Policy Act) and coordinates with consultants/developers on environmental compliance; Performs research and prepares a variety of comprehensive reports, proposals, and studies; Organizes and perform s assignments pertaining to activities for economic and community development, affordable housing and homeless services programs, including but not limited to CDBG, HOME, ESG, HOPWA and other Federal or State programs;
Investigates difficult or complex planning problems;
Represents the City at community meetings and public meetings as directed by supervisor; Serves as liaison between City Departments and various community organizations; Markets programs through community meetings , workshops, and forums in various neighborhoods , business meetings, and other marketing outlets;
Provides staff support to the Historic Preservation Commission in their related functions; Performs detailed financial analysis of proposed projects for economic feasibility; Coordinates all aspects of project management including financial management and subrecipient monitoring to ensure compliance with financial and program regulations;
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DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is the advanced professional class in the Economic & Community Development series within the Economic & Community Development Department. This position is distinguished from an Economic & Community Development Specialist in that Economic & Community Development Coordinator is responsible for performing complex, specialized planning and providing a wider scope of services involving the exercise of broader independent judgment and decision making due to the scope of assigned duties, project management responsibilities, financial underwriting, and analysis.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
Overall organization and operation of City government including governmental procedures and policies;
Local, state or federally funded homeless services;
Fiscal, social, and economic implications involved in economic and community development including land acquisition procedures and relocation and related land use implications; Financial analysis as it relates to real estate and commercial development; Principles and practices of public administration, including purchasing, contracting, and maintenance of public records;
Contract, grant, and financial management and administration; Community Development Block Grant Program and related Federal / State housing programs including related Federal law and regulations;
Real estate lending and mortgage underwriting or related experience; Federal and State environmental review procedures;
Related computer applications including word processing and spreadsheet software; Principles and best practices of effective project management; Business loans / grant incentive programs;
Affordable housing and rehabilitation loan programs with real estate lending and mortgage underwriting activities or related experience;
Marketing and business incentive coordination;
Site acquisition and relocation activities including coordination of real estate information, title reports , and appraisals or related experience;
Real Estate Development and / or real estate lending or related experience; Pertinent Federal, State, and local policies, laws, codes, and regulations; Basic business controls, business ethics, basic arithmetic and data review and reconciliation techniques; Service provisions to the homeless; with working application of social, economic, an d political issues relevant to low income communities; and trends in the field of homeless and social services.
Ability to:
Understand and apply Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards that pertain to economic de velopment, community development, redevelopment , and housing development;
Research, analyze, and summarize complex data;
Establish and maintain effective relationships with citizen groups, business groups, community -based organizations, City and governmental agency staff, and the public; CLASS TITLE: ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR (continued) 25055
Use initiative and independent judgment in the performance of job duties; Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; Meet challenging project deadlines;
Work effectively with the general public and on a one -on-one basis and give oral presentations to citizen groups, Historic Preservation Commission, and other City Officials; Perform routine and moderately difficult assignments under decreasing degrees of supervision; Make clear presentations of ideas and recommendations both orally and in writing; Prepare clear, concise and complete technical documents, reports, correspondence , and other written materials.
Training and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Public Administration, Urban Planning or related field; AND Three (3) years of professional planning, economic development, community development, and / or real estate experience preferably at the local government level; OR An equivalen t combination of education, training and experience which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties.
Highly Desirable: Master’s Degree in Business, Economics, Public Administration, Planning or related field.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
Possession of a valid Class “C” California driver’s license Must be able to pass a background check
Highly Desirable: Certification via the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), or similar.
Physical Conditions or Special Working Conditions:
Primarily standard office environment and working conditions. Must be willing to work in various neighborhoods in the City including both businesses and private residences.
Frequently required to attend offsite community engagement meetings.
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: July 8, 2021 Approved by the City Council: July 14, 2021
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: October 21, 2025 Approved by the City Council: