Job Details

Management Analyst Cmo

The City of Wichita is not an E-Verify Employer.

Distinguishing Features of Work

This job involves professional and public relations work with the business community and economic development partner organizations as a representative of the City and developing and implementing the economic development incentive program. Work is directed and reviewed through the establishment of goals and subsequent evaluation of progress toward goal attainment.

Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:00am - 5:00pm

Bargaining Unit: Employee Council

Anticipated starting salary: $49,061.00 $68,148.00 (based on experience and qualifications)

Posting may close at any time

Examples of Work Performed

• Answers inquiries and confers with representatives of businesses contemplating expansion in or relocation to the Wichita area.
• Works with economic development partner organizations and City departments to develop economic development incentive packages.
• Composes reports and correspondence relating to economic development prospects and incentives, often of a highly confidential nature, for use by the Economic Development Administrator, City Manager and City Council.
• Collects detailed information and prepares comprehensive reports and recommendations concerning economic development activities.
• Reviews applications and other documents for the issuance of Industrial Revenue Bonds, Economic Development Tax Exemptions and other economic development incentives.
• Coordinates with businesses, bond underwriters, attorneys and various City departments for compliance with City requirements.
• Conducts annual reviews of incentive projects for compliance with terms and conditions of the incentives.
• Coordinates identification and certification of potential industrial sites and provides administrative support to negotiations for purchase or sale of such sites.
• Coordinates development and management of the City's economic development website.
• Completion of work assignments requires operation of a vehicle.
• The examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

• Knowledge of City codes, zoning requirements, industrial revenue bonds, tax exemptions and other City policies which affect the business community
• General knowledge of business finance, management practices and operating procedures
• Ability to read and interpret legal contracts and determine whether desired conditions exist and/or relevant offices are in compliance
• Ability to analyze problems affecting businesses, provide recommendations, and initiate actions required
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other Departments, and representatives of other organizations
• Ability to use a computer to perform word processing, spreadsheet and database management applications, and use the Internet
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Experience and Training

Required Experience and Training

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, economics, finance, or urban planning with two years of professional experience in economic development, public administration, business finance, professional work involving direct interaction with businesses, government entities, economic development organizations, or the collection and analysis of data. OR six years of professional experience in economic development, public administration, business finance, professional work involving direct interaction with businesses, government entities, economic development organizations, or the collection and analysis of data.
• A valid driver's license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.

Preferred Experience and Training

• Master's degree in public administration, business administration, economics, finance, or urban planning.
• One year of experience in data analysis and report writing related to economic development activities.
• One year of experience with City codes, zoning requirements, and policies affecting the business community.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.

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City of Wichita Full-Time Employee Benefits

• VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.
• HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.
• SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.
• HEALTH INSURANCE UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plans are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.
• DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.
• LIFE INSURANCE Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.
• SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.
• LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.
• VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.
• RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.
• FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
• LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
• MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES Deferred Compensation Investment Program Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA) Bereavement Pay Employee Emergency Assistance Fund Voluntary Shared Leave Program Training Programs Longevity Pay Credit Union Employee Assistance