Urban Renewal/Tax Increment Finance Project Manager

Salary : $87,152.00 – $111,238.40 Annually

Location : Bend, OR

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 20230109

Department: Administrative Services – City Hall

Division: Real Estate

Opening Date: 06/15/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Summary

The City of Bend is actively recruiting for one (1) full-time Urban Renewal/Tax Increment Finance (TIF) Project Manager in the Real Estate department. This opportunity is represented by the City of Bend Employee Association (COBEA), and is a FLSA exempt (overtime ineligible) position.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have a complete application that includes all of the following items:

• The online application via NeoGov (access also available on City of Bend website under Human Resources/Job Openings)
• Attached formal Cover Letter (required)
• Attached formal Resume (required)
• Attached valid Credentials, Certifications and Licensing (if applicable)

Applicants must provide certification that they are a veteran or disabled veteran to receive veteran’s preference. For more information click here

Applications received by Thursday, June 29, 2023 (6/29/2023) at 12:00 pm (noon) PDT will receive preference for initial review, but position shall be Open Until Filled.

Position Overview
As a member of the Real Estate Department, the Urban Renewal/Tax Increment Finance Project Manager reports to the Real Estate Director and serves as staff liaison to the Bend Urban Renewal Agency (BURA). Authority, duties, and work scope are specific to activities related to the three (3) Urban Renewal/TIF districts and City wide, including research, analysis, report writing, and policy and project implementation on their own with limited supervision and oversight. Assignments involve strategic work in support of BURA, City Council, City Executives, and City Leadership; including establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with outside agencies, taxing districts, local developers and businesses, and the general public.

Distinguishing Characteristics
Distinguish from Property & Lease Manager: Urban Renewal/TIF Project Manager focuses on leading and carrying out day-to-day activities of the Bend Urban Renewal Agency (BURA), including administering financial assistance programs, communicating with Taxing Districts and potential developers, and ensuring financial compliance will all three (3) Urban Renewal/TIF Districts; whereas the Property & Lease Manager’s purpose is to manage, administer, and assist the Real Estate Director with management and acquisition of City-owned properties, and negotiate and manage leases for the City in both Tenant and Landlord capacities.

Distinguish from Real Estate Director: Real Estate Director focuses largely on department administration and City-wide Real Estate and Urban Renewal/TIF budgeting, coordination with other departments and department directors, representing the City Manager as assigned, and directing/delegating objectives of the businesses of the department. Directors have higher levels of impactful action, budget authority, decision making authority and degree of independence than managers or project managers. Directors apply advanced management principles with critical impact on community members and the organization.

Complexity of Work
Complexity: Work focuses on varied situations that require analysis or interpretation, application of technical skills and expertise and understanding interrelated processes. Can require evaluating multiple sources of information and using analytical and evaluative judgment to identify, select alternatives and solutions.
Degree of Independence: Sets priorities and organizes work; existing practices are used as guidelines to determine work methods; works independently and resolves most problems; important, non-routine work is reviewed.
Decision Making Authority: Develops objectives and general policies and procedures within general scope of established operational goals and plans for a specific project or functional area of responsibility. Day-to-day work and decisions do not require direction or review by supervisor. Significant and strategic decisions are referred to supervisor.
Budget Authority: Makes recommendations on budgetary decisions. May have authority to approve some expense items. May make recommendations on expenses and/or revenue-generating activities.

Impactful Actions

• Represents the organization during important negotiations and meetings.
• Meaningfully participates in setting the strategic direction of the organization and planning long- or short- term objectives.
• Recommends decisions that have a significant impact on general business operations or finances to a significant degree.

Type/Frequency of Contact with Others:
Regular contact with others outside own workgroup, such as visitors, vendors and/or other employees. Primary purpose of contact is to explain, clarify, or interpret detailed and somewhat complex or sensitive information; contacts are non-routine and require discretion and thoughtful communication efforts.
Functions, Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions Include:
The information provided below encompasses the essential functions and capabilities linked with this position.
Duties and Responsibilities
The individual in this position is expected to engage in the following work-related activities.

• Collaboratively develops and implements projects to meet redevelopment and urban renewal/TIF plan goals and objectives.
• Manages land use and planning issues that are encountered in the development process within urban renewal/TIF district areas.
• Works closely with governmental jurisdictions to understand current land use laws and potential changes in those laws. Makes recommendations for appropriate planning and related actions.
• Identifies, secures, and creates new funding programs or arrangements for redevelopment and urban renewal/TIF.
• Assists in the negotiation of real estate transactions.
• Identifies parcels for assemblage; creates property management plans for the urban renewal agency; negotiates and structures disposition of parcels to meet City objectives.
• Represents the urban renewal agency and the City at external development-related meetings, events, task forces and committees.
• Works effectively with external stakeholders, elected officials, Council advisory boards, and staff from other departments to facilitate implementation of City redevelopment, urban renewal and sustainability goals.
• Manages compliance with governmental regulatory requirements,
• Represents the urban renewal agency and the City to the public, other agencies, organizations and the community. Develops and implements strategies to deliver messages to the public that are consistent with key Departmental objectives.
• Promotes professional and courteous behavior with a creative approach to problem resolution that creates a positive experience for the customer.
• Exhibits leadership to staff, work teams and fellow employees. Serve as a model for accomplishing City’s vision and goals. Creates an environment in which employees are focused on producing excellent quality results.
• Complies with safety requirements of the position and actively promotes safe work practices.
• In an emergency event or an officially declared State of Emergency, responds as directed to ensure the restoration of essential public services, facilities and infrastructure.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not encompass supervisory responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications
Skill Profile
The individual in this position is expected to possess and exhibit the following knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Proficient negotiation and communication skills to assist with devising and implementing solutions to complex problems.
• Experience with planning, developing, implementing and administering programs and projects – including urban renewal/TIF development assistance programs.
• Knowledge of local land use and real estate laws.
• Experience with securing and creating funding programs.
• Deliver effective and persuasive presentations before a variety of audiences.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with elected officials, employees, contractors, other agencies, and the general public.
• Manage and/or participate on a team and in a team environment including the ability to develop a team approach to producing high quality results. Communicate effectively with diverse customers, employees, contractors, other agencies, public officials and the general public
• Experience in working closely with other City departments, taxing districts, and other jurisdictions.
• Experience with developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize and accomplish work.
• Proficient in facilitating and serving as a liaison for both staff and various City committees and commissions.

Ability Requirements
The following capabilities are required to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Implement project team management principles and practices.
• Develop modern methods, techniques, principles, and procedures used in the development, coordination, and administration of land development and entitlement regulations in Oregon.
• Practice the principles of real estate development, urban renewal/TIF, and community and economic development as it pertains to land entitlement and development.
• Strategize, develop, and implement policy initiatives including those related to citizen involvement and media interaction.
• Provide public relations, communication, and marketing support.
• Follow federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to real estate development and urban renewal/TIF.
• Practice real estate transactions and ensure proper documentation.
• Effectively and persuasively speak, communicate, and generate public involvement.
• Keep up to date on current issues, trends, practices and principles of comprehensive long/short range urban planning.
• Handle contract administration and budget management
• Ability to effectively plan the use of staff, equipment, and budgetary resources to achieve program goals.
• Ability to analyze and compile technical and statistical data.
• Effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing, including by phone, e-mail, or in person.
• Understand, remember, communicate and apply complex oral and/or written instructions and factual information.
• Maintain sustained concentration on computer screens and use keyboards and a variety of peripherals.

Physical Requirements
The following capabilities are required to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Work is generally performed in an office setting with travel required to off-site locations.
• Remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods of time, occasionally stand, walk, stoop, or kneel for extended periods of time.
• Exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Education, Experience, Certifications and/or Licenses
The following are the minimum qualifications for this position.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from four-year college or university in Urban Planning, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge skills, and abilities as outlined in this job description.
• 4 to 5 years’ experience in a similar position and/or performing similar tasks
• Experience with urban renewal/TIF districts, land and urban development projects – including real estate transactions preferred.
• Current and valid Driver’s license per City policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Diversity & Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The City of Bend is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. At the City of Bend, we don’t just accept differences; we value them. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and support the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA) and the Oregon Equal Pay Act.

Employee Benefit Overview

August 1, 2022 – July 31, 2023

Regular Full Time Benefits:

Coverage is effective on the first day of the month, coinciding with or following date of hire.
(If the first day of work is on the first calendar day of the month, coverage is effective that day.)

High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
Medical, Vision and Prescription Coverage
Underwritten by PacificSource Health Plans

Full-time employees currently pay 10% of the total monthly premium. Benefit-eligible part-time employee premiums are pro-rated according to their regularly-scheduled hours, either at 50% (employees working 20-29 hours per week) or 75% (employees working 30-39 hours per week) of the full monthly premium.

Employee monthly premium: Employee Employee & Dependents
Full-time Employees $ 60.93 $152.33
Part-time 1 Employees (30-39 hours per week) $152.33 $380.81
Part-time 2 Employees (20-29 hours per week) $304.66 $761.62

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Third Party Administrator — PacificSource Administrators (PSA)

This is an employer-funded account designed to reimburse employees for IRS-qualified medical expenses. Reimbursements are tax-free, and any unused HRA Comp-A fund amounts at the end of the plan year are transferred to the employee’s VEBA account following first full year of employment (see below for VEBA account information). Coinsurance (Med-G) funding remaining at plan year end is forfeited and does not roll to the VEBA.

Employee monthly premium portion: Employee Employee & Dependents
Full-time Employees HRA (Comp – A) $2,000 $4,000
Coinsurance (Med – G) $1,250 $1,781

Part-time 1 Employees HRA (Comp – A) $1,500 $3,000
(30-39 hours per week) Coinsurance (Med – G) $937.50 $1,335.75

Part-time 2 Employees HRA (Comp – A) $1,000 $2,000
(20-29 hours per week) Coinsurance (Med – G) $625 $890.50

Employees also have the option to self-fund a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for unreimbursed medical expenses to offset potential out-of-pocket liability under the medical/dental plans and potentially shelter their HRA Comp-A account to allow for larger rollover to their VEBA account at plan year end.

First Stop Health – Telemedicine: The City of Bend provides First Stop Health (FSH) telemedicine benefits for FREE to all medical-enrolled employees and up to seven (7) of their immediate family members.

Dental Plan
Underwritten by MODA
$1,500 calendar year benefit maximum per covered individual includes $1,000 one-time orthodontia benefit.
Full-time employees currently pay 10% of the total composite monthly premium. Part-time benefit-eligible employee premiums are pro-rated according to their regularly scheduled work hours (50% for employees working 20-29 hours per week; 75% for those working 30-39 hours per week).

Employee composite monthly premium: Employee with/without Dependents
Full-time Employees $11.98
Part-time 1 Employees (30-39 hours per week) $29.94
Part-time 2 Employees (20-29 hours per week) $59.88

VEBA Plan
Administered by HRA VEBA
Individual employee account that receives tax-free rollover amounts from the City-funded HRA Comp-A account remaining at the end of each plan year. The account belongs to the employee and may be invested in mutual funds similar to deferred compensation. The account can grow, tax free, and be used for future medical expenses and can be used either while still employed or after separation/retirement.

Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
Administered by PacificSource Administrators (PSA)
Participation in the City of Bend’s Flexible Spending Plan is voluntary and allows employees to pay for IRS-approved health care-related expenses and dependent care through pre-tax payroll deduction.

Life, Personal Accident (AD&D) & Long-Term Disability Plans
Underwritten by New York Life

Group Basic Term Life Insurance: Benefit-eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for a coverage amount of one times the employees annual salary, to a maximum benefit of $150,000, with a minimum benefit of $50,000. Coverage includes person accidentcoverage for loss of life and/or limb, per scheduled benefit package amounts.

Group Long-term Disability Insurance:Benefit-eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible for a a benefit of up to 66.67% of employee’s covered earnings to a maximum of $9,000 per month.

Voluntary Life and AD&D: Active, full time employees of the City of Bend regularly working a minimum of 20 hours per week are elgibile for additional voluntary coverage for the employee, spouse/domestic partner and dependent children.

Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
The City of Bend participates in the PERS Retirement System. Employees become PERS members after working six full calendar months in a qualifying position requiring at least 600 hours worked per 12-month period. Contributions on the employee’s behalf begin following completion of the six-month waiting period. The City makes “employer” contribution based on the employee’s Tier I, II or OPSRP member status. The City also makes the “employee” member contribution of 6% of salary. For complete PERS program details, visit the website

Employee Assistance Program
Underwritten by Canopy
This City-provided, confidential service helps employees privately solve problems that may interfere with work, family and life in general. Services are free to employees, their dependents and household members.

The City of Bend also offers the following voluntary benefit programs which are elective and funded through payroll deduction:

• AFLAC Supplemental Insurance (various plans are offered)
• MASA ground and air ambulance membership
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans sponsored by Nationwide Retirement Solutions & Mission Square Retirement

Temporary Medical Only Benefit’s:

Coverage is effective on the first day of the month, coinciding with or following date of hire.
(If the first day of work is on the first calendar day of the month, coverage is effective that day.)

High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
Medical, Vision, Prescription coverage
Underwritten by PacificSource Health Plans

Full-time, temporary employee(s) currently pay 10% of the total employee(s) monthly premium. Full-time, temporary employees are eligible for employee-only medical coverage. However, there is family coverage avaliable should the employee choose to enroll and assume financial responsibility for the difference of premium.

Employee monthly premium: Employee Employee & Dependents
Full-time Employees $ 60.92 $974.86
Deductible $2,000 $4,000

Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
Administered by PacificSource Administrators (PSA)
Participation in the City of Bend’s Flexible Spending Plan is voluntary and allows employees to pay for IRS-approved health care-related expenses and dependent care Uthrough pre-tax payroll deduction.

Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
The City of Bend participates in the PERS Retirement System. Employees become PERS members after working six full calendar months in a qualifying position requiring at least 600 hours worked per 12-month period. Contributions on the employee’s behalf begin following completion of the six-month waiting period. The City makes “employer” contribution based on the employee’s Tier I, II or OPSRP member status. The City also makes the “employee” member contribution of 6% of salary. For complete PERS program details, visit the website

Employee Assistance Program
Underwritten by Canopy
This City-provided, confidential service helps employees privately solve problems that may interfere with work, family and life in general. Services are free to employees, their dependents and household members.

The City of Bend also offers the following voluntary benefit programs which are elective and funded through payroll deduction:

• MASA ground and air ambulance membership
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plans sponsored by Nationwide Retirement Solutions and Mission Square Retirement

If you have Federal student loan debt, (private student loans not included), or are considering going back to school, you may benefit from the Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

• If you make 120 qualifying payments on your Federal student loan while working full-time for a qualifying employer, your Federal student loan debt may be forgiven.
• Always check the loan servicer and type of loan you have to ensure you qualify.