CRA Specialist – Community Redevelopment Agency Division

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Clearwater, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2026-00196
Department: CRA Community Redevelopment Agency
Opening Date: 05/04/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. City of Clearwater will not sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B, or any other work authorization status).
Position Description

TARGET ENTRY SALARY: $62,120 - $65,226

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Under administrative direction, the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Specialist performs highly responsible administrative support for the Community Redevelopment Agency in the research, development, and implementation of CRA plans, programs and projects.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT DIVISION
Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Community Redevelopment Division

• Collaborates with staff in the development and implementation of redevelopment and economic development plans, projects, programs, policies, procedures, and standards.
• Provides highly skilled administrative support and analysis for the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) and Downtown Development Board (DDB); carries out department directives, initiatives, and programs relative to all facets of the position and the needs of the CRA department.
• Receives general public, government officials, reporters, and organizations on all levels; disburses information pertaining to department procedures and policies and processes confidential matters; refers questions to appropriate employees or departments when warranted.
• Responsible for tracking economic development and benchmarking measurements and conducts field evaluations and observation of existing public patterns; compiles, drafts, and prepares comprehensive reports, applications, inventories, presentations, proposals, collateral materials, surveys and other documents.
• Makes arrangements for conferences, meetings, and events; manages and determines space, time, and place; informs participants of topics and development issues to be discussed; compiles documents, reports, and other information.
• Assist with the evaluation of social, economic, demographic, and market data to analyze best means to attract, retain or expand businesses and/or industries within the redevelopment areas.
• Assists with business and resident inquiries as one of the primary points of contact for economic development and redevelopment projects, programs, and general customer service; assists in the administration of residential, commercial, and other grant programs.
• Assists, supports, analyzes, and facilitates the coordination of all budgetary and financial systems for the department; assists, in the development and implementation of management, processing, and administrative systems.
• Works closely with divisions and other departments in maintaining the support systems and providing information regarding departmental operations.
• Serves as liaison between the CRA and other City department staff, federal, state, and local agencies, and other third parties on assigned projects; participates in public meetings.
• Works a varied schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Performs routine office work other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:
A valid State driver's license is required.

Education and Experience:
Associate's Degree PLUS three (3) years' experience in business administration, public administration, marketing/communications, urban planning, urban design, journalism, English or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Supplemental Information

Knowledge of -

• Urban planning, downtown, community development and neighborhood redevelopment practices
• Florida Community Redevelopment Agencies and Downtown Development Boards/Authorities
• Social, demographic, economic, and market data
• Best practices for creating vibrant, urban environments
• Principles and practices of project management, performance measurement, budget preparation, negotiating methods, and community outreach
• Community outreach and information program development
• Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records
• General office policies and procedures; computers and general office equipment
• Equipment maintenance practices and methods

Skill in -

• Establishing and developing strong and professional relationships
• Communicating clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
• Operating a computer with intermediate level proficiency in document and file management, word-processing, database management, and internet and email usage
• Speaking to the public and presenting information to a variety of stakeholders
• Maintaining composure in stressful situations
• Responding quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Developing and maintaining relationships with local media
• Project management

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Health and Wellness initiatives • 100% employee health care coverage • Option for dependent health care • Life Insurance • Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan • Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan • Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Competitive Salaries • Tuition assistance • Training and development opportunities • Travel compensation • Military leave • Bereavement leave • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards
PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Competitive hourly rates • Flexible schedules • Training and development opportunities • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards

SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.
01

What is your highest level of education?

• Masters Degree or higher
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of 10th grade
• Less than 10th grade education

02

What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?

• CDL A
• CDL B
• Regular (E)
• ID Only
• Out of State
• None of the above

03

How many years of experience do you have in business administration, public administration, marketing/communications, urban planning, urban design, journalism, English or a related field?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1-2 years' experience
• 2-3 years' experience
• 3-4 years' experience
• 4-5 years' experience
• 5-6 years' experience
• 6-7 years' experience
• 7-8 years' experience
• 8-9 years' experience
• 9-10 years' experience
• 10 + years' experience

04

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

05

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?"

• Yes
• No

Required Question