Job Details
Economic Development Manager
2025-03-02 Mono County, CA all cities,CA
Description:
Typical Qualifications
DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Ability To:
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible work experience in economic development, tourism trade development, grant development and administration, and public information work, preferably including experience in working with local government organizations.
Possession of a bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, journalism, marketing, tourism or a related field is highly desirable.
Supplemental Information
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office, with travel in and around Mono County, travel to trade shows and conferences, and sometimes in outdoor environments, often with continuous contact with other staff and the public. All Mono County employees are Disaster Service Workers in the event of a disaster.
Mono County Summary of Benefits
The following information is intended to provide a summary of benefits and does not include full details of coverage. Service limitations and restrictions may apply depending on coverage levels and services rendered.
Pay Periods and Payroll Deductions
County employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis, which consists of 26 pay periods per year. Payroll deductions including medical and most voluntary deductions will occur on a semi-monthly basis or 2 times per month. Retirement contributions will always be deducted on all 26 pay periods.
Medical Mono County Contracts with CalPERS
To provide health insurance for its employees and currently offers several Preferred Provider (PPO) Plans which are administered by Anthem Blue Cross. Employees have the option to choose from PERS Gold, PERS Platinum, and PORAC. The PORAC Plan is currently only available to members of the Safety group employee's. Medical plan costs vary based on the plan and coverage you select. The employee and the County share the cost of the plan, which is deducted on a pre-tax basis. The employee's cost is in accordance with the applicable Memorandum of Understanding with each bargaining group. For more information regarding health plans, please visit:
Dental Mono County
Offers a self-insured dental plan administered by Delta Dental of California and currently offers the following benefits:
•$1,100.00 each year towards your dental coverage if you choose an in-network Delta DentalPPO Dentist.
•$1,000.00 each year towards your dental coverage if you choose and out-of-network orNon-Delta Dental PPO Dentist.
•Diagnostic and preventative coverage of 70 - 100 % of contracted allowance (based onlength enrolled in the plan and dentist visit of at least once per year).
•Major services are covered at 50% of the contracted allowance.
Currently Dental coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.
Vision
Vision Service Plan is our Vision Insurance provider. Our plan is VSP Signature. Benefits include:
•well/vision exam every 12 months, carries a $10 copay.
•$160 allowance for frames and 20% off amount over allowance.
•$180 allowance for contacts and contact lens exam and 15% off contact lens fitting andevaluation. Currently Vision coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.
Basic Life Insurance
Administered by Voya Mono County Employees are entitled to Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment.
Mono County also offers coverage to employee's spouse and dependents. Life Insurance is administered by Voya Insurance.
•Coverage for General Employees is $5,000.00
•At-Will/Elected Employees/Paramedic Coverage is $50,000.00
•Coverage for Employee's Spouse is $1,000.00
•Coverage for Employee's Children is also $1,000.00
•Coverage for Employee's Children under six months is $100.00
Currently Basic Life coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.
Supplemental Life Insurance - Administered by Voya
Employees have the option of enrolling in a Supplemental Life insurance policy for themselves, their spouse and any dependent children. This policy is purchased by the employee with rates based on the age group at the time of enrollment.
Supplemental life insurance coverage can be enrolled in the first 31 days of employment without proof of good health, after 31 days proof of good health is required. Amounts available are as follows:
•For Employee up to $150,000 (guaranteed issue) or up to $500,000 with proof of goodhealth
•For Spouse up to $50,000.00 and for the Employee's Children for $10,000.00.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Optional Insurances
Provided by WORKTERRAFlexible Spending Accounts for medical reimbursement and dependent care are available through a Section 125 account administered by WORKTERRA. These accounts allow you to contribute pre-tax dollars to help pay for eligible medical and dependent care expenses.
Mono County Deferred Compensation 457/401(a) Plan
The County provides deferred compensation plan through Internal Revenue Code Section 401(a) Employees have the option to sign up for the 457-deferred compensation plan and contribute up to the maximum amount allowed by the IRS. If the employee contributes a total of 1-3% of their pre-tax salary, the County will match those contributions up to a maximum of 3% into a 401 (a) plan under the employee's name. The employee may direct the investment of all contributions in accordance with the options or limitation provided by the 401(a) Plan.
CalPERS Retirement Benefits and Contributions
Mono County contracts with CalPERS for your retirement plan. Your retirement plan is a defined benefit plan determined by a set formula which uses your years of service, age at retirement, and highest one or three years of service. The Plan is funded by contributions from the employee, the County and investments from plan assets.
Mono County has a Local Miscellaneous group and a Local Safety group.
Your benefit formula will fall within one of these two groups
Most new members will fall within the new Pension Reform Formulas of 2 @ 62 for Miscellaneous & 2.7 @ 57 for all Safety Group. However, if you do have prior membership you may be eligible for the formulas that were in place on December 31st 2012, before Pension reform went into place. Our pre-pension reform formulas are:
Local Miscellaneous Group = 2.5% @ 55
Local Safety - Sheriff = 3% @ 55
Local Safety - Fire = 2% @ 50
Local Safety - County Peace Officer = 3% @ 50
Find out all about your CalPERS benefits at www.calpers.ca.gov
AFLAC - Optional Insurance Provider
Mono County contracts with a Local Representative who provides our employees with the opportunity to enroll in several different policies offered by AFLAC, to include; Cancer, Critical Care, Hospital, Accident, Disability, intensive Care. New employees can enroll within the first 30 days of employment; all other transactions are done during open enrollment each year.
EAP - Employee Assistance Program
Mono County offers two different Employee Assistance Programs through Trindel Insurance Fund and Voya. Both programs include counseling and telephone consultation services addressing a variety of personal topics to promote a healthy family and work life balance.
Mono County Wellness Program
Mono County offers a discounted rate, as well as $25 towards Membership to local health clubs at the Double Eagle in June Lake or Snowcreek Athletic Club and The Body Shop in Mammoth Lakes.
For employees living or working in Bridgeport, there is a County maintained facility in the Bridgeport Memorial Hall that employees have access to for a small one-time fee of $10.00
SICK & VACATION
Sick - (Unless an applicable collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise)
Eligible employees will accrue sick leave at the rate of 12 sick days per year. Permanent part-time employees accrue sick leave on a prorated basis.
Vacation- (Unless an applicable collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise)
Eligible employees shall be entitled to accrue vacation leave with pay for each year of full-time service as follows:
Initial employment 10 days vacation per year
After three years of continuous service15 days vacation per year
After ten years of continuous service17 days vacation per year
After fifteen years of continuous service19 days vacation per year
After twenty years of continuous service20 days vacation per year
Permanent part-time employees accrue vacation on a prorated basis.
Mono County Holidays
Most all bargaining groups recognize 13 Holidays as outlined in the Mono County Policies and Procedures and Personal Holidays according to your specific MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) according to your represented group.
"Welcome to Mono County - A great place to live and work!!"
Salary : $104,005.80 - $126,419.70 Annually
Location : Mono County, CA (Countywide)
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202300156
Department: Economic Developemnt Office
Opening Date: 02/10/2025
Bargaining Unit: AT-Will
Statement on Remote Work Policy - Mono County, California
Mono County does not permit out-of-state remote work for its employees. All employees must perform their job duties within the state of California to ensure compliance with state labor laws, tax regulations, and operational needs. Any remote work arrangements must be conducted within California, subject to department approval and county policies.
Description
About the role:
Working closely with the Economic Development Director, the Economic Development Manager plays a key role in supporting the county's economic growth by leading initiatives that promote business development, community vitality, and strategic planning. This position focuses on fostering a thriving local economy through collaboration, innovation, and effective program implementation.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This single-position classification of Economic Development Manager is responsible for supporting the county's various economic development initiatives, including business retention, expansion, and attraction efforts, grant development, tourism marketing, and film management. The role involves conducting complex data analysis, preparing detailed reports, and providing strategic recommendations to support the Economic Development Director and the Economic Development, Tourism, and Film Commission. The position also provides supervision and training for assigned staff and volunteers.
CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED:
Provides supervision and work assignments for the Economic Development Coordinator and other staff, as assigned.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONISBILITIESThe following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.
- Support the development and implementation of a comprehensive economic development strategic plan, including tourism and business retention/attraction initiatives.
- Plan, manage, and oversee programs to support local businesses, such as workshops, consultations, and resource connections.
- Research and create new travel products and economic development outreach programs.
- High-level contribution to the development of the annual department budget units, projects, and marketing plan.
- Administer and manage community support grant programs, including the Community Event Marketing Fund, Historical Societies Grant Program, and Performing and Visual Arts Grant Program.
- Develop, manage, and optimize tools and strategies for tourism marketing and economic development efforts, including website management, content creation, digital marketing, public relations, print materials, and multi-media advertising.
- Prepare and distribute marketing materials to promote economic development programs and initiatives.
- Collaborate with local businesses, chambers of commerce, tourism trade, and government agencies to identify opportunities and implement strategies.
- Represent the county's economic development efforts to local community groups, chambers of commerce, agencies, stakeholders, and tourism partners.
- Establish and maintain relationships with state and federal agencies, including USFS, NPS, LADWP, BLM, and State Parks, to access resources, funding, and support for tourism, filming, and economic development activities.
- Work with state and federal agencies to access resources and funding opportunities for economic development initiatives.
- Conduct regular outreach to businesses to understand their needs and challenges, offering assistance with regulatory processes and access to resources.
- Prepare and deliver presentations to the Board of Supervisors and other stakeholders on economic development initiatives and accomplishments.
- Ensure Mono County attracts and facilitates TV, commercial, and feature film productions by supporting the Mono County Film Commissioner and assisting film scouts and producers.
- Provide administrative support as the primary staff person to the Mono County Economic Development, Tourism, and Film Commission.
- Track and report program outcomes through established data tracking systems.
- Provide direction, training, and work coordination for assigned staff and volunteers.
- Conduct familiarization tours for media and travel trade professionals and oversee trade show strategies.
- Represent Mono County at trade shows and tourism-related events, ensuring professional and effective promotion.
- Ensure adequately trained volunteers and professional County representations at events and trade shows.
Typical Qualifications
DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
- Functions, policies, and operations of the Mono County Economic Development, Tourism & Film Commission
- Methods and programs for the development of tourism, marketing, and promotion
- Economic development programs and methods
- Planning, development, implementation, and administration of county grants, including laws and regulations governing grants
- County financial policies, requirements, and procedures; statistical record keeping
- Project development, planning, and coordination
- Computer systems and software applications related to economic development, grant preparation, marketing and presentations, CRM, CMS, social media, WordPress, etc.
- Principles of training and project management
- County amenities, infrastructure and public lands
- Film permitting and production
Ability To:
- Plan, organize, coordinate filming, tourism development and economic development programs and policies of the county
- Provide work coordination and project direction for assigned staff
- Perform a variety of the most complex technical, analytical, and administrative work in the development and implementation of County film, tourism and economic development programs
- Assist with development, tracking, and management of department budget units and provide fiscal support to Director and staff
- Work with county Commissions, other county staff, grant funding, local and state agencies, and outside consultants in the development and administration of a variety of assigned programs
- Gather and organize data and prepare reports
- Develop and maintain tracking systems, records, and reports
- Use a computer and applicable software packages in the development and administration of assigned programs
- Effectively represent the Mono County Economic Development, Tourism & Film Commission, and assigned programs, in contact with other County staff, local community organizations, the public, and other government agencies
- Establish and maintain effective, positive and cooperative working relationships
- Provide exceptional customer service and accurate information to visitors, tourism partners, small business owners and staff, and prospective and existing client base
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible work experience in economic development, tourism trade development, grant development and administration, and public information work, preferably including experience in working with local government organizations.
Possession of a bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, journalism, marketing, tourism or a related field is highly desirable.
Supplemental Information
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office, with travel in and around Mono County, travel to trade shows and conferences, and sometimes in outdoor environments, often with continuous contact with other staff and the public. All Mono County employees are Disaster Service Workers in the event of a disaster.
Mono County Summary of Benefits
The following information is intended to provide a summary of benefits and does not include full details of coverage. Service limitations and restrictions may apply depending on coverage levels and services rendered.
Pay Periods and Payroll Deductions
County employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis, which consists of 26 pay periods per year. Payroll deductions including medical and most voluntary deductions will occur on a semi-monthly basis or 2 times per month. Retirement contributions will always be deducted on all 26 pay periods.
Medical Mono County Contracts with CalPERS
To provide health insurance for its employees and currently offers several Preferred Provider (PPO) Plans which are administered by Anthem Blue Cross. Employees have the option to choose from PERS Gold, PERS Platinum, and PORAC. The PORAC Plan is currently only available to members of the Safety group employee's. Medical plan costs vary based on the plan and coverage you select. The employee and the County share the cost of the plan, which is deducted on a pre-tax basis. The employee's cost is in accordance with the applicable Memorandum of Understanding with each bargaining group. For more information regarding health plans, please visit:
Dental Mono County
Offers a self-insured dental plan administered by Delta Dental of California and currently offers the following benefits:
•$1,100.00 each year towards your dental coverage if you choose an in-network Delta DentalPPO Dentist.
•$1,000.00 each year towards your dental coverage if you choose and out-of-network orNon-Delta Dental PPO Dentist.
•Diagnostic and preventative coverage of 70 - 100 % of contracted allowance (based onlength enrolled in the plan and dentist visit of at least once per year).
•Major services are covered at 50% of the contracted allowance.
Currently Dental coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.
Vision
Vision Service Plan is our Vision Insurance provider. Our plan is VSP Signature. Benefits include:
•well/vision exam every 12 months, carries a $10 copay.
•$160 allowance for frames and 20% off amount over allowance.
•$180 allowance for contacts and contact lens exam and 15% off contact lens fitting andevaluation. Currently Vision coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.
Basic Life Insurance
Administered by Voya Mono County Employees are entitled to Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment.
Mono County also offers coverage to employee's spouse and dependents. Life Insurance is administered by Voya Insurance.
•Coverage for General Employees is $5,000.00
•At-Will/Elected Employees/Paramedic Coverage is $50,000.00
•Coverage for Employee's Spouse is $1,000.00
•Coverage for Employee's Children is also $1,000.00
•Coverage for Employee's Children under six months is $100.00
Currently Basic Life coverage is provided to eligible Mono County employees at 100% employer paid.
Supplemental Life Insurance - Administered by Voya
Employees have the option of enrolling in a Supplemental Life insurance policy for themselves, their spouse and any dependent children. This policy is purchased by the employee with rates based on the age group at the time of enrollment.
Supplemental life insurance coverage can be enrolled in the first 31 days of employment without proof of good health, after 31 days proof of good health is required. Amounts available are as follows:
•For Employee up to $150,000 (guaranteed issue) or up to $500,000 with proof of goodhealth
•For Spouse up to $50,000.00 and for the Employee's Children for $10,000.00.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Optional Insurances
Provided by WORKTERRAFlexible Spending Accounts for medical reimbursement and dependent care are available through a Section 125 account administered by WORKTERRA. These accounts allow you to contribute pre-tax dollars to help pay for eligible medical and dependent care expenses.
Mono County Deferred Compensation 457/401(a) Plan
The County provides deferred compensation plan through Internal Revenue Code Section 401(a) Employees have the option to sign up for the 457-deferred compensation plan and contribute up to the maximum amount allowed by the IRS. If the employee contributes a total of 1-3% of their pre-tax salary, the County will match those contributions up to a maximum of 3% into a 401 (a) plan under the employee's name. The employee may direct the investment of all contributions in accordance with the options or limitation provided by the 401(a) Plan.
CalPERS Retirement Benefits and Contributions
Mono County contracts with CalPERS for your retirement plan. Your retirement plan is a defined benefit plan determined by a set formula which uses your years of service, age at retirement, and highest one or three years of service. The Plan is funded by contributions from the employee, the County and investments from plan assets.
Mono County has a Local Miscellaneous group and a Local Safety group.
Your benefit formula will fall within one of these two groups
Most new members will fall within the new Pension Reform Formulas of 2 @ 62 for Miscellaneous & 2.7 @ 57 for all Safety Group. However, if you do have prior membership you may be eligible for the formulas that were in place on December 31st 2012, before Pension reform went into place. Our pre-pension reform formulas are:
Local Miscellaneous Group = 2.5% @ 55
Local Safety - Sheriff = 3% @ 55
Local Safety - Fire = 2% @ 50
Local Safety - County Peace Officer = 3% @ 50
Find out all about your CalPERS benefits at www.calpers.ca.gov
AFLAC - Optional Insurance Provider
Mono County contracts with a Local Representative who provides our employees with the opportunity to enroll in several different policies offered by AFLAC, to include; Cancer, Critical Care, Hospital, Accident, Disability, intensive Care. New employees can enroll within the first 30 days of employment; all other transactions are done during open enrollment each year.
EAP - Employee Assistance Program
Mono County offers two different Employee Assistance Programs through Trindel Insurance Fund and Voya. Both programs include counseling and telephone consultation services addressing a variety of personal topics to promote a healthy family and work life balance.
Mono County Wellness Program
Mono County offers a discounted rate, as well as $25 towards Membership to local health clubs at the Double Eagle in June Lake or Snowcreek Athletic Club and The Body Shop in Mammoth Lakes.
For employees living or working in Bridgeport, there is a County maintained facility in the Bridgeport Memorial Hall that employees have access to for a small one-time fee of $10.00
SICK & VACATION
Sick - (Unless an applicable collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise)
Eligible employees will accrue sick leave at the rate of 12 sick days per year. Permanent part-time employees accrue sick leave on a prorated basis.
Vacation- (Unless an applicable collective bargaining agreement provides otherwise)
Eligible employees shall be entitled to accrue vacation leave with pay for each year of full-time service as follows:
Initial employment 10 days vacation per year
After three years of continuous service15 days vacation per year
After ten years of continuous service17 days vacation per year
After fifteen years of continuous service19 days vacation per year
After twenty years of continuous service20 days vacation per year
Permanent part-time employees accrue vacation on a prorated basis.
Mono County Holidays
Most all bargaining groups recognize 13 Holidays as outlined in the Mono County Policies and Procedures and Personal Holidays according to your specific MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) according to your represented group.
"Welcome to Mono County - A great place to live and work!!"