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City of Elizabeth City and Pasquotank County The City of Elizabeth City and Pasquotank County are the largest City and populous County in Northeast North Carolina, consisng of 20,000 and 40,000 residents, respecvely. Situated just 45 minutes south of the Tidewater area of Virginia, and 30 minutes from the Outer Banks of North Carolina, our locaon is ideal. Elizabeth City serves as the commercial hub for the surrounding areas and was named one of Southern Living’s favorite affordable small towns. Despite its populaon of 20,000, Elizabeth City’s re- gional trading exceeds 100,000 populaon. The largest employment base in Pasquotank County is made up of government-related jobs, as Elizabeth City is home to the United States Coast Guard Air Staon (USCG), which provides more than 2,400 military and civilian posions. All USCG aviaon assets are maintained and overhauled in Elizabeth City, and the Elizabeth City Aviaon Research and Development Commerce Park has taken advantage of this symbioc relaonship, with further expansion ancipated in the near future. Elizabeth City is home to three educaonal instutes of higher learning: Elizabeth City State University (ECSU), College of the Albemarle (COA) and Mid-Atlanc Chrisan University (MACU). ECSU is a member of the 16 campuses of the greater University of North Carolina system, and offers both four-year and graduate degrees. COA boasts an array of technical and college-parallel courses, including a state-of-the-art technical center. MACU is a private, faith-based instuon. Agriculture has been the mainstay of the area’s economy, with a thriving agri-business development. Over the last five years, the area has shiſted to becoming one of the leading renewable energy sources in the United States. Economic Development Director Profile City: Elizabeth City, NC County: Pasquotank County Populaon: 40,000 Salary Range: $ TBD For addional informaon about living and working in Elizabeth City or Pasquotank County visit: www.elizabethcitypasquotankedc.com www.visitelizabethcity.com

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City of Elizabeth City and Pasquotank County The City of Elizabeth City and Pasquotank County are the largest City and populous County in Northeast North Carolina, consisting of 20,000 and 40,000 residents, respectively. Situated just 45 minutes south of the Tidewater area of Virginia, and 30 minutes from the Outer Banks of North Carolina, our location is ideal. Elizabeth City serves as the commercial hub for the surrounding areas and was named one of Southern Living’s favorite affordable small towns. Despite its population of 20,000, Elizabeth City’s re-gional trading exceeds 100,000 population.

The largest employment base in Pasquotank County is made up of government-related jobs, as Elizabeth City is home to the United States Coast Guard Air Station (USCG), which provides more than 2,400 military and civilian positions. All USCG aviation assets are maintained and overhauled in Elizabeth City, and the Elizabeth City Aviation Research and Development Commerce Park has taken advantage of this symbiotic relationship, with further expansion anticipated in the near future.

Elizabeth City is home to three educational institutes of higher learning: Elizabeth City State University (ECSU), College of the Albemarle (COA) and Mid-Atlantic Christian University (MACU). ECSU is a member of the 16 campuses of the greater University of North Carolina system, and offers both four-year and graduate degrees. COA boasts an array of technical and college-parallel courses, including a state-of-the-art technical center. MACU is a private, faith-based institution.

Agriculture has been the mainstay of the area’s economy, with a thriving agri-business development. Over the last five years, the area has shifted to becoming one of the leading renewable energy sources in the United States.

Economic Development

Director Profile

City: Elizabeth City, NC County: Pasquotank County Population: 40,000 Salary Range: $ TBD

For additional information about

living and working in Elizabeth City

or Pasquotank County visit:

www.elizabethcitypasquotankedc.com

www.visitelizabethcity.com

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City / County Organization & Governance

Organization

The Elizabeth City / Pasquotank County Economic Development Commission (ECPCEDC) is funded by Elizabeth City and Pasquotank County. The Commission board consists of three representatives from the City and three from the County. In addition, three representatives from the private sector serve as voting members. The board also has a number of ex-officio members who represent the City, County, education institutions and the United States Coast Guard. Though large, this structure provides a great deal of expertise when recruiting new business. The existing budget for the ECPCEDC is over $200,000

Climate

The region has four distinct, but relatively mild seasons. During the winter months, the high temperatures average in the mid 40°s with an average low around 30°F. Summer temperatures have average highs in the mid 80°s with average lows in the 60°s.

Recent Economic Development Successes

Moneysworth Commercial Linens — 300 jobs 2001—Began operations 2015—Major Expansion Currently utilizes 90,000 square feet Tanglewood Pavilions — 200 jobs 2016 — Began operations Combination large-job-creation and

“missing piece” project Brought marquee retailers (Hobby Lob-

by, TJ Maxx, Ross Dress for Less) to the local market, capturing dollars spent in neighboring cities in Virginia

Amazon Wind Farm US East — 250 jobs 2016-17 — Began operations $480 million, 104-turbine wind project

spanning Pasquotank County (54 tur-bines) and Perquimans County (50 tur-bines and an operations center)

Southeast’s first utility-scale wind project Retire In Elizabeth City initiative Designation as Certified Retirement

Community by NC Dept of Commerce Albemarle Theaters, LLC (in progress) State-of-the-art eight screen Cineplex

much-needed in the area market Coast Guard / DRS MRO Facility- 200 jobs

Above: Amazon Wind Farm US East Groundbreaking

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Economic Development General Statement of Duties The primary function of the Economic Development Director (EDD) is to maintain and promote Elizabeth City / Pasquotank County’s reputation for effective economic develop-ment. The EDD acts as a first point of contact for businesses seeking to locate or expand in Elizabeth City / Pasquotank County. This position provides guidance to businesses through the City and County approval process. This position will develop comprehensive business growth across all sections, and improved quality of life for all Elizabeth City / Pasquotank County community members. The EDD must have a good understanding of real estate development process and finance, including understanding of development operating and capital proformas.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Tasks Serves as a point of contact for businesses, devel-

opers and contractors who use City of Elizabeth City / Pasquotank County economic development services, including financial assistance, site selec-tion assistance, tax increment financing, and other municipal actions and services related to a specific project.

Promotes economic development in the City of Elizabeth City / Pasquotank County through personal contacts with existing/new businesses and professional development groups.

Participates in and/or conducts negotiations with developers, businesses, and others regarding the public participation necessary for desired economic development.

Helps administer the City / County’s economic development incentive programs.

Conducts tax and public benefits analyses for economic developments.

Analyzes both short-term and long-term opportunities and constraints facing the local economy.

Establishes project schedules, project budgets, and compliance requirements.

Works with others to assemble cost estimates for various public actions, such as land acquisition, relocation, demolition and public improvements.

Essential Duties and Tasks (Cont’d) Serves as staff for the Elizabeth City / Pasquotank

County Development Commission. Assists in developing and maintaining a comprehen-

sive inventory of available buildings and sites, in and adjacent to the community, for economic develop-ment purposes.

Prepares and maintains information on utilities, taxes, zoning, transportation, community services, demographics, financing, and other data sheets and topics related to marketing the community for eco-nomic development.

Provides input on marketing materials such as brochures, handouts, maps, graphics, charts, tables, promotional materials, press releases, etc. for eco-nomic development activities.

Responds to requests for information from develop-ment prospects and other interested parties.

Maintains the Commission’s website. Demonstrates excellent problem solving, public

presentation, communication and organization skills. Prepares memoranda, reports and other documents

for a range of audiences and presents recommenda-tions to policy making bodies.

Serves as liaison to a variety of departments, commissions, committees and agencies; provides presentations to the same.

Attends meetings, conferences, workshops and train-ing sessions and reviews publications and audiovisual materials to remain current on the principals, practic-es and new developments in economic development.

Performs work in a confidential nature.

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Economic Development Director Job Description (Cont’d)

Recruitment and Selection Guidelines

Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities Proficient in Microsoft Office Products or the

equivalent, WordPress and Social Media platforms. Working knowledge of municipal zoning,

infrastructure and planning programs and processes.

Understanding of real estate development process and finance, including understanding of development operating and capital proformas.

Must successfully negotiate financial and other public actions with developers, businesses, and their representatives.

Thorough knowledge of the principles and methods of effective local economic development.

Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with industry and business representatives.

Coordinate special projects teams and multiple projects and to respond quickly to prospective leads.

Able to identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations.

Must have attention to detail and follow through; excellent organizational skills.

Must have admirable communication skills, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language.

Prepare and present accurate and reliable reports, containing findings and recommendations.

Must perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.

Desirable Education and Experience

Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or

university in Business Administration, Real Estate, Marketing, Economics, Public Administration, Fi-nance, Community and Regional Planning or relat-ed field.

Five years of experience in the field of community development, economic development, redevelop-ment, real estate, business financing, or related field.

Valid driver’s license.

Desirable Education and Experience (Cont’d)

Preferred: Master’s Degree in Business Administration,

Marketing, Economics, Public Administration, Finance, Community and Regional Planning or related field.

Ten years’ experience in the field of economic development, community development, redevelopment, real estate, business financing, or related field.

Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), graduate of the Economic Development Institute, National Development Council certification.

Working Conditions Work performed in an office environment includes exposure to computer screens. Primary functions require: Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an

office setting. Sit and answer phones / use computer equipment on

a continuous basis. On a frequent basis, must be able to stand, walk, sit,

talk and reach with hands and arms. Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand

movement and fine coordination, including use of a computer keyboard.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

To Apply:

Submit Resume and Cover Letter to:

Economic Development Director Search Committee

C/o Jeff Dixon, Committee Chairman Via Email—[email protected]

Questions should be directed to Kathy Harris

at 252-338-0169

Resumes must be received by June 1, 2018.