ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT 0996

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class is responsible for assisting with the general business operations of the Department of Economic Development and Workforce Housing, especially those associated with the County’s Gabreski Airport site. Responsibility is included for preparing financial and narrative reports in accordance with funding guidelines and duties include serving as liaison with rental property administrators and program participants. The incumbent assists the Airport Manager with routine airport assignments. Supervision may be exercised over a support staff. Work requires considerable initiative and independent judgment and is reviewed by an administrative supervisor through conferences and written reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists in the preparation and negotiation of leases and agreements for airport property, in coordination with the Commissioner of Economic Development and Workforce Housing and the County Attorney’s Office;

Oversees the maintenance of a data base of leased space;

Provides information to be used in promotional campaigns aimed at marketing airport leases to the business community;

Prepares grant applications and financial reports, and assists in preparing the Department’s annual operating budget;

Attends conferences and public meetings as a representative of the Department;

Serves as a liaison between administrators of leased properties and tenants to provide information and assist in resolving problems;

Assists the Airport Manager in the performance of routine, non-technical assignments.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration, business administration and budget preparation; good knowledge of lease management and contracts; good knowledge of public relations and business techniques; working knowledge of basic research methods and techniques; ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with tenants, business officials and the public; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; initiative and resourcefulness; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree and two years of experience in business administration or public administration.

3/06/09

Suffolk County

Competitive