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DEFINITION
Develop content for a variety of materials and media to enhance the Town’s transparent, accurate, and responsive communication with Danville residents, businesses, and customers. Specialist will write articles, press releases and social media content to provide the community with timely and accurate information in matters of public interest and to provide a positive organizational image. Working within the communications and economic development division, this role will also support community events, and requires an understanding of government roles and obligations to the public.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Works under direct supervision of the Communications & Economic Development Manager. 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Write and disseminate Town press releases.
• Develop and implement content strategy for social media, including campaign development, scheduling, and engagement monitoring.
• Compose and edit Town’s printed quarterly newsletter and monthly email newsletters, working cross-departmentally to gather information.
• Manage production schedules for publications, including the printed quarterly newsletter, monthly email newsletters, and activity guide.
• Work collaboratively with project and program leads to gather information to convey key initiatives accurately and effectively to the community. 
• Develop content for and monitor the Town’s website at danville.ca.gov to ensure information is relevant and timely.
• Maintain the Town’s public engagement website at DanvilleTownTalks.org
• Photograph Town programs, events and projects and attend public meetings, as needed; serve on Town-wide committees and ad hoc project assignments.
• Edit photos and videos for use across Town platforms.
• Provide logistical and operational support for Town-sponsored events, including vendor coordination, permits, and on-site setup/breakdown.
• Attend and provide on-site assistance at Town events, working flexible hours as needed.
• Help manage small-scale business programs and data collection.
• Perform duties within OSHA standards and other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation. Knowledge of Associated Press Style strongly preferred.
• Social media campaigns and best practices across multiple platforms.
• Modern office methods, procedures, organization and equipment including Office 365, Meta Business Suite, Canva, and website CMS.
• Photography, videography, and content production and editing techniques.

Ability to:

• Work independently, creatively, collaboratively, and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Communicate effectively in both verbal and written form.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the public.
• Develop project work plans and schedules; determine priorities to meet assigned deadlines.
• Capture action-oriented photos and videos of programs and projects.
• Work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years of professional communications, public relations, community engagement, project management, or marketing work. Compensation within the salary range is dependent on experience, and candidates should expect to start within the lower half of the range.

Education:
A Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public administration, or a closely related field.

LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATION(S)
Possession of a valid California State Driver's License, or license in another state with the ability to obtain a California license within 30 days of hire.

FLSA DISCLAIMER 
This classification has been designated as Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Employees in this classification are not entitled to overtime compensation for hours worked in excess of (37.5) hours per week or in accordance with applicable state and local wage and hour laws. 
 
AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER 
Employment with the Town of Danville is at-will and may be terminated at any time by the employee or the Town, with or without cause and with or without notice, subject to applicable provisions of the Town’s personnel policies, and applicable law. This job description is not intended to be an employment agreement or contract. 
 
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) ACCOMMODATION 
Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, testing, or selection process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, should contact the Town of Danville Human Resources Division. The Town is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. 
 

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Annual Salary: $149,472 - $198,792 (placement in this range depends on qualifications)

The Economic Development Manager will plan, organize, direct, coordinate and manage the activities of the economic development program utilizing specialized knowledge and skills to develop and implement strategies and projects to encourage business attraction, retention and expansion.  

The Economic Development Manager receives administrative direction from the Community Development Director. Responsibilities and essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to: 

• Assist the City Manager in developing and implementing the goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the economic development program. 
• Prepare and present staff reports and information on economic development projects to the City Council.
• Plan, prepare and implement marketing strategies, programs and special events that promote and expand the quality of life for both residents and businesses in the City and support economic vitality of the City.
• Participate in and manage collaborative programs of economic development with the Chamber of Commerce, business community and other public and private sector entities.
• Serve as the City’s representative and primary liaison to the Pleasant Hill Tourism Improvement District (TID), including staff support for formation/renewal of the TID. 
• Monitor, compile, analyze and report on various information data sources including employment, retail sales tax, business license, commercial real estate, population and demographics, hotel occupancy rates and assessed property values.
• Coordinate with other City divisions/departments on current and planned development projects.
• Exercise management and operational authority over assigned projects, services, and administration operations; maintain financial and administrative processes and records; develop recommendations for establishing and/or modifying policies and procedures.
• Monitor workflow of the Economic Development Division and review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures and make necessary recommendations to the City Manager.
• Prepare budget and forecasting for the Economic Development Division.
• Serve as primary staff support for the City Council’s Economic Development Committee providing policy research and project implementation of economic development activities in the City.
• Serve as the City’s primary contact with the commercial real estate brokerage community including participation at local and regional International Council of Shopping Center (ICSC) events.
• Represent the City and establish and maintain positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, business organizations, state and local agencies and associations, city management, staff and the general public.
• Serve as the City’s liaison with the property owner and manager of Downtown Pleasant Hill to coordinate and facilitate projects in the Downtown. 
• Perform related duties as assigned.  

The ideal candidate will have significant economic development experience and will excel project management. The ideal candidate will be able to “hit the ground running” and quickly establish rapport, trust, and credibility within the organization and the community.  

Top areas of focus for the next Economic Development Manager will be:

• Collaboration – Continue to work seamlessly with the City Manager and the Community and Economic Development Director’s team.
• Development – Maintain and carry on the momentum the incumbent has set forth on various projects and negotiations such as the Farmers Market. Continue to work on the City’s shopping centers developments.
• Housing – Work with the Planning team on meeting state housing requirements. Work on rezoning commercial areas for mixed-use developments.
• Communication – Foster open and timely communication internally with staff and other departments and externally with developers and stakeholders. Represent the City as a staff liaison on commissions and boards such as the Education Commission.

The City seeks a self-starter with excellent relationship building, communication skills, both spoken and written, and an upbeat attitude about economic development attraction, retention and expansion. The selected candidate will be politically astute will strong relationship and networking skills. This opportunity will serve an individual best if they are truly interested in becoming an integral part of a high performing organization in a highly visible position. 

A bachelor’s degree with major course work in public administration, economics, business administration and four years of professional experience is required as is possession of, or the ability to obtain, an appropriate California driver’s license. The ideal candidate will have experience in municipal economic development and expansion as well as a master’s degree.

How to Apply: 

Please apply on-line by October 10, 2025 at www.allianceRC.com. For questions and inquiries, please contact:

Sherrill Uyeda
suyeda@alliancerc.com
(562) 901-0769 x 331

Wesley Herman
wherman@alliancerc.com
(562) 901-0769 x 337

Applications are being accepted for the position of Permit Technician with the City of South San Francisco in the Economic and Community Development Department. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2025 AT 5:00 PM, OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND SOCIAL SECURITY PARTICIPATION.

The Department

The Department of Economic and Community Development includes four dynamic divisions that together are responsible for the preservation and improvement of the physical and economic conditions of the South San Francisco community. The Building Division is responsible for enforcing the California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electric, Residential, and Energy Codes, as well as monitoring construction activity and performing inspections throughout the construction process.