Business Development Officer, City of San Jose

Firm: San Jose Office of Economic Development
Location:
San Jose, CA

Payment: Paid
Category: Economic Development
Contact: Michelle Thong
michelle.thong@sanjoseca.gov

Posted: May 12, 2016

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The Business and Economic Development Officer is one of the five members of the Business Development team directly responsible for business engagement and support. This position involves proactive outreach to local companies, promotion of business service programs, development of opportunities to identify and convene specific industry groups, and response to leads and inquiries.

The position will be required to work collaboratively with high ranking business professionals, existing team members, senior City staff and elected officials, and required to speak at events and public meetings.

Duties and Responsibilities

The position will be required to:
-Meet with, develop, and maintain relationships with at least 75 companies annually.
Source, manage, and implement data-driven leads and new business opportunities, represent and promote San Jose's advantages and City services to assist businesses.
-Have an excellent understanding of Silicon Valley economy, and be conversant about a variety of industries.
-Be well versed in the use of business intelligence, have excellent communication skills, and have experience working effectively with private entities, public sector partners, and non-profit and industry support organizations.