Business Development Specialist

Do you have strong interpersonal skills, enjoy working with the public, and are seeking employment within an organization with a comprehensive benefit package?  The City of Claremont is seeking a full-time Business Development Specialist.

Primary responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

·         Visit firms within the City limits to assess business needs; current and future.

·         Visit firms outside of the City of Claremont for the sole purpose of attracting new business to the community.

·         Support small business development in the City Center with business planning & marketing.

·         Visit firms as they receive the certificate of occupancy to evaluate the effectiveness of City services and permitting procedures.

·         Conduct city tours for business prospects to show them specific sites and/or buildings that meet their space needs.

·         Work in team setting to identify and write grant proposals.

·         Assist in implementing the City’s Marketing Plan.

·         Perform web site editing and maintenance.

·         Developing press releases and other communications to highlight the city’s positive accomplishments and policies.

·         Lead the city's rebranding initiative

Ideal candidates will possess:

Two years of responsible experience with municipal, state, or federal government, or performing work related to business development or marketing in private business; or

Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary of $40,000 to $65,000/Year DOE

Rich benefit package to include:

·         Participation in the New Hampshire Retirement System

·         Competitive health insurance plan, with a cost sharing of 20% 

·         Dental at no cost to the employee

·         Vacation, personal, and sick leave

·         Additional benefits

Interested Candidates:

Please submit letter of interest and qualifications to:

Human Resources
58 Opera House Square
Claremont, NH 03743

Or via e-mail at:
hr@claremontnh.com

The City of Claremont is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Date Posted: 01-23-2025

Expire Date: Open until filled

Contact Name: Jamie Young

Contact Email: hr@claremontnh.com