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PROJECT MANAGER-WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Department: Economic Development FLSA Status: Exempt Personnel Status: Unclassified JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for coordinating workforce development activities and programs for the Economic Development Department in alignment with goals in talent attraction, talent retention, and workforce pipeline building to grow and expand our community. This position reports to the Director of Workforce Development. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Plans, develops, and executes talent attraction programs for the local area.

Updates and manages the workinauburn.com recruitment effort. Designs, develops, and manages the resume database generated from talent recruitment efforts. Builds relationships with local employers to assist in developing and responding to talent and training needs

Coordinates and executes needs related to the Career Skills Program (CSP) military recruitment effort. Develops and deploys social media messaging for the Work in Auburn social media channels. Connects and strategizes with K-12 partners to develop and implement workforce pipeline building efforts such as career fairs at high schools, new and expanded programming, middle school exposure events to deepen connections with area K-12 entities.

Plans, organizes, and coordinates job related administrative tasks related to events and activities to expand the local workforce. Performs other related job duties as assigned. AGENCY-WIDE COMPETENCIES Professional Excellence Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.

Communication Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles. Teamwork Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles. Engagement Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the City and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.

Public Service Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens. QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Planning and Community Development, Business Administration, or closely related field; relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Qualifications: Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. Master's degree preferred. Travel to events, conferences, and activities is required for this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the current principles and practices associated with workforce development within a municipality. Knowledge of business administration and economic principles related to market trade. Knowledge of intercultural differences.

Knowledge of budgetary principles. Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.

Skill in preparing and presenting accurate and reliable reports. Skill in using computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes. Skill in the use of small office equipment, including calculators, copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.

Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing. Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner. Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.

Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters. Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is light work, which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.

Work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work is typically performed in an office environment.