Real Estate Financial Analyst: Economic Development Incentives

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under limited direction, performs a full range of professional and technical duties in support of the economic growth in the City by providing sound analysis of economic incentive tools and programs, and developing consistency in incentive reporting. Promotes and facilitates projects in strategic areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE

• Prepares comprehensive documents and technical and analytical reports pertaining to economic incentives for real estate development and business expansion. This includes development/incentive tax revenue impact projections as well as operating proforma and financial feasibility analyses.
• Independently conducts research and data collection to support analyses, and provides written reports and presentations to the City's Aldermanic Board and committees, staff, various development boards, commissions, authorities, community groups, and other stakeholders.
• Plans, coordinates and participates in economic development and related special projects, including complex research, budget assessment and preparation of feasibility analysis and presentation of reports in both written and oral form.
• Analyzes financial strategies and identifies potential funding sources for economic development priorities.
• Establishes and maintains close cooperation with appropriate public and private business and community organizations, departments, boards, agencies and individuals involved in economic and related development activities
• Prepares and manages Requests for Proposals for specific development sites.
• Conducts site and building research for businesses and investors looking for properties in the City.
• Oversees the agency’s responsibilities in administering projects that seek funding through the Missouri Development Finance Board.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice, or as assigned.

Qualifications include a minimum of a B.A./B.S. in planning, urban design, economics, accounting, business, finance or related field. Masters preferred.

5+ years in planning, urban development, economic development, real estate development or related field. Real estate finance or development experience preferred.

Personal computer skills in Microsoft office products a must.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and ability to analyze complex business financials and economic incentives. Must display an expert understanding of economic development tools. Good oral, presentation, and written communication skills. Ability to work with the public and public officials.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• B.A./B.S. in planning, urban design, economics, accounting, business, finance or related field. Masters preferred.
• 5+ years in planning, urban development, economic development, real estate development or related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

• Exposure to elements during site visits.

• Requires the ability to lift and carry files/papers of up to twenty pounds.

• Requires the ability to stoop, crouch, balance, bend, and climb during site visits.

• Requires the ability to distinguish objects clearly in near vision for writing and computer work.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Louis Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran's status or marital status.