BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER/
LERTA Administrator
The City of Harrisburg is seeking a highly energetic, self-directed individual to fill the
position of Business Development Manager/LERTA Administrator in the Department of
Administration, Office of Business Development. This management position assists in
developing policy for strengthening, encouraging and growing business opportunities
within the City of Harrisburg. This position is responsible for overseeing programs and
initiatives and performing outreach that will assist existing businesses and encourage new
business location. Work is performed under the direction of the Director of Economic
Development. This is a management, FLSA-exempt position.
Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Business Administration or a
combination of education and at least 5 years of related experience in the business
development or municipal arena. A valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License, Class C or
equivalent is also required.
The annual salary range is $54,000 to $57,950 (commensurate with experience and
qualifications), plus an excellent benefits package.
The City intends to fill this position as soon as possible. It will remain open until filled. If
interested, please submit a cover letter, your resume, three employment references and
salary history to:
City of Harrisburg, Bureau of Human Resources
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. City Government Center
10 N. 2
nd
Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Phone: (717) 255-6475
Email: [email protected] (electronic submission preferred)
The City of Harrisburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Eric Papenfuse, Mayor
www.harrisburgpa.gov
Job Title Grade M-28
Business Development Manager/LERTA Administrator
Department of Administration
Bureau of Economic Development
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
This management position assists in developing policy for strengthening, encouraging
and growing business opportunities within the City of Harrisburg. This position is
responsible for overseeing programs and initiatives and performing outreach that will
assist existing businesses and encourage new business location. Work is performed
under the direction of the Director of Economic Development. This is a management,
FLSA-exempt position.
JOB LOCATION/EQUIPMENT:
Work is typically performed at the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. City Government Center
and the adjacent McCormick Public Services Center. Work involves the use of various
machines such as a personal computer, printer, copy machine, fax machine, telephone,
video cameras audio recorders digital camera and other technological devices as
necessary or required. Duties are typically performed weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30
p.m.; however, this position requires flexibility to include availability during evenings,
weekends and occasionally holidays.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Work involves, but is not limited to, the following: Assists in the development of strategies
to address needs of existing businesses, including job retention and growth, expansion
needs, site location issues, training and community outreach. Assists in the development
of strategies to assist new businesses attraction, including site location, financial
incentives, permitting and regulatory guidance. Serves as the LERTA Administrator under
the direction of the Director of Economic Development. Works with Dauphin County tax
assessment officials and the Harrisburg School District to coordinate LERTA
implementation. Works with potential applicants for education of the LERTA program, as
it relates to all requirements for successful LERTA awards. Works with existing business
partners, both public and private, for business information coordination. Meets with local
retail, commercial and neighborhood groups seeking business assistance. At the direction
of the Director of Economic Development, the Business Development Manager convenes
business partners for continual communication within the business community. Manages
the City’s MBE/WBE/DBE vendor database. Seeks opportunities to expand MBEs, WBEs
and DBEs. Oversees City website information for the Office of Business Development.
Works with all other department directors to coordinate business activities internally.
Works with CareerLink, the Harrisburg School District and other entities to coordinate and
assist with business job training needs. Collaborates with the Director of Economic
Development to develop strategies to attract new businesses, including financial
incentives and regulatory guidance.
Job Title Grade M-28
Business Development Manager/LERTA Administrator
Department of Administration
Bureau of Economic Development
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (CONT’D):
Oversees programs and represents this bureau as assigned. Manages staff as assigned.
Assists in establishing goals and outcome measurements for programs and initiatives
within this office. Completes all assignments in an efficient, consistent and timely manner.
Reports to work and remains at work in a productive condition which excludes being under
the influence or impaired by the use of alcohol and/or drugs. Performs other duties as
assigned by the Director. This position requires a highly energetic, self-directed person
who can handle a variety of tasks during any given day. The individual in this position
must understand the community and economic development mission of the City of
Harrisburg and have a strong commitment to public service.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assist mayoral and City staff in the performance of normal office duties as required. Other
duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of state, local and federal programs and processes.
• Strategic Planning.
• Excellent record keeping skills and knowledge of the use of standardized forms.
• Program management experience.
• Understanding of organized group mechanics.
• Able to work with small group development.
• Ability to meet, converse and work with a wide variety of people, including
officials, employees and the public.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Harrisburg and Dauphin County municipal ordinances and laws.
• Working knowledge of local business and economic conditions.
• Understanding of local municipal organizations.
• Ability to work within a flexible work schedule which may require evening
meetings and work hours.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Business Administration or a combination of education
and at least 5 years of related experience in the business development or municipal
arena. A valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License, Class C or equivalent is also required.
04/28/2021
