CPED Project Coordinator

About the Department

Position Duties

• Facilitate assigned mixed-use, industrial, or commercial development or redevelopment projects of moderate complexity or moderate financial impact assisting private investors with community acceptance, city review and approval and appropriate public financing options. • Assist in identifying potential markets for property designated by the City for development or redevelopment and seek potential owners, builders or developers to invest in the property. • Review potential projects for compliance with overall planning objectives as well as fiscal and physical feasibility. • Respond to requests from private or non-profit developers seeking City approval and/or financial support for projects involving specific properties or specific uses where the property or location needs to be identified. • Prepare requests for proposals outlining project opportunities, identifying City objectives and identifying criteria for proposal selection. • Evaluate competing proposals and after consulting with appropriate City and other interested parties, recommend acceptance of the proposal which most closely matches City objectives. • Work with neighborhood groups and neighbors to discover local concerns and facilitate public support for projects. Ensure that promised uses and development design features are documented in development agreements as preconditions for public participation and approval. • Assist potential developers in developing timelines for process steps involving City review and approval of uses, site plans, and building plans and subsidized financing; work with all involved parties to keep project on schedule. • Assist potential developers with project budget development by identifying property costs, site remediation costs, fees, upgrade requirements and available public sources of funds. Work with financial staff to determine sources of public funds as well as the timing of cash flow. • Monitor projects to ensure compliance with development agreements and pursue remedies for non-compliance. • Respond to requests for information in a timely manner; prepare reports to the City Council and its committees; and make presentations as needed. Working Conditions: Normal office setting

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, Architecture, a related field or equivalent. Minimum Experience: Two years of experience in urban planning, real estate development, or project management related to economic development. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered. A cover letter and resume are required. You must attach a cover letter and updated resume to your application. Failure to attach both will result in an Incomplete Application. Selection Process The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience 100%. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score 70% on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process. Background Check The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. Union Representation This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the AFSCME General Unit (CAF). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: AFSCME General Unit - City of Minneapolis Eligible List Statement The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire two months after it has been established. Interview Selection The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, Architecture, a related field or equivalent.
• Minimum Experience: Two years of experience in urban planning, real estate development, or project management related to economic development.
• Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered. A cover letter and resume are required. You must attach a cover letter and updated resume to your application. Failure to attach both will result in an Incomplete Application. Selection Process The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience 100%. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score 70% on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process. Background Check The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Other Qualifications

• Knowledge of City of Minneapolis Comprehensive Plans, neighborhood plans, zoning, building codes and administrative planning processes and procedures. • Knowledge of financial tools used in development or redevelopment projects. • General knowledge of real estate markets, building costs and the economics of residential, industrial or commercial markets. • Strong oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, negotiation, presentation and analytical skills. • Ability to coordinate multiple projects at the same time. • Ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies, including neighborhood groups, developers, City leaders and staff, private lenders and individuals of diverse economic and cultural backgrounds.

Benefits Summary

• Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page . Insurance Health insurance Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica. Dental insurance The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees. Life insurance The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance. Paid time off Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements . Paid parental leave City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child. Retirement City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs. Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits. Deferred compensation : Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS). Transportation Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs: Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price. Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars. Learning and development To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine’s, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees. Other perks Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, the Emotional Wellbeing Solutions , health club discounts and more.
• Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
• Deferred compensation : Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).
• Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
• Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.

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