CRA Manager

Position open until October 31, 2025***The City of Haines City is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for all positions equally without regard to their race, sex, age, color, religion, creed, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. The City of Haines City is a Drug-Free Workplace. Applicants who complete the initial screening process will be required to complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical. Police Department applicants will also be required to take a Polygraph Examination. All information provided by an applicant will be verified for truthfulness and accuracy if a conditional offer of employment is made. Applications and other submitted documents are considered public records.Salary range is provided to show the min to max compensation for a position. It is not the basis for or guarantee of a starting salary.Position FunctionUnder the direction of the City Administration, the CRA Manager is responsible for the implementation of formally adopted community redevelopment area plans within the City of Haines City's Community Redevelopment Areas (CRAs). Work is performed by exercising considerable initiatives and is relatively independent in undertaking and completing redevelopment and project management assignments while maintaining strong communications with City Administration and other Departments.Essential DutiesCoordinates City departments, public agencies, and property and business owners as necessary to implement projects/programs. Conducts property research and coordination with real estate brokers or direct negotiation for the purchase of properties for redevelopment efforts.Responsible for preparing, tracking, and managing project-related budgets. Responsible for tracking the progress of project consultants including architects, planners, engineers, attorneys, and development consultants. Oversees and works with the City Attorney and outside counsel to accomplish the disposition of CRA-owned properties within the requirements of Florida State Statute 163, Part III.Conducts research for the development of cash incentives to stimulate investment.Provides timely updates to the City Administration. Development of CRA annual reports and marketing efforts. Responsible for reporting as required under Florida State Statute 163, Part III.Serves as principal staff person for the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA). Responsible for the maintenance and update of the CRA plan. Responsible for redevelopment activities in the CRA for the express purposes of improving the community, promoting economic development, and providing for sustainability. Assists with providing staff support for the CRA Board and other Boards as necessary.Responsible for growing and marketing redevelopment projects using various social media outlets.Performs additional duties as assigned.EnvironmentDuties are primarily performed within an office environment or setting. Possible exposure to dust, mold, and allergens; inclement weather; noise; uneven terrain, and electrical hazards.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesRequired knowledge and experience are normally obtained through the completion of advanced education from an accredited educational institution of higher learning resulting in a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, Marketing or related field, and at least four (4) years work-related experience in Community Development, Planning, Public Administration or related field are required. Two (2) years of supervisory experience is required. Additional experience may be substituted for education.A Master's Degree in Planning, Business, Real Estate, and other related fields may substitute up to two (2) years of work experience. Certification through the Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA) Redevelopment Administrator (RA) or Redevelopment Professional (RP) program is preferred, but not required.Knowledge of economics, public finance, and other fields applied to city planning and redevelopment practices.Work requires the ability to read letters, memos, contracts, professional and industry literature, spreadsheets, and other job-related analysis.Work requires the ability to write letters, memos, and contracts.Ability to use social media to market programs and redevelopment projects.Work requires the ability to understand and develop computer models for cost analysis and compose financial and budgetary reports.Work requires substantial independent judgment and decision-making. Knowledge of the principles of city planning and neighborhood redevelopment practices.Work is widely varied, involving analyzing and evaluating many complex and significant variables. Organization-wide policies, procedures, or precedents may be developed and/or recommended. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Should be competent in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint software, Auto CAD, and GIS. Must be able to research, compile, and analyze data, and then present findings to the City Commission and City Manager in an acceptable format. Ability to learn and remain up-to-date on Federal, State, and City applicable regulations, best practices, and policies affecting department activities. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, other federal, state, and local governmental representatives, contractors, consultants, vendors, media and the general public is essential. Other RequirementsMust possess a Valid Florida Class E driver's license. Must pass applicable pre-employment testing and background and credit checks. Special RequirementThis position may be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County.