2526-055 Economic Development Director

• Salary/Pay Rate: Negotiable / Full Benefits

JOB SUMMARY:

Under administrative direction from the City Manager, coordinates economic development programs for the city; performs a variety of routine and complex administrative, technical, and professional work in the preparation and implementation of economic development plans and programs related to business expansion and retention.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Business or Public Administration, Economics, Planning, Finance, or a related field, highly desired.
A proven track record in economic development is required with minimum five (5) years related experience.
Master’s degree may substitute for two (2) years experienced.
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) accreditation.
Valid Texas Drivers’ License Class C required.

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services and activities of a comprehensive municipal economic development program.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Methods and techniques of statistical data collection and analysis.
• Principles and practices of negotiation of sensitive issues related to economic development.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Principles and procedures of financial reporting.
• Principles and procedures of management systems and reporting.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Principles and procedures for developing goals, objectives and management plans.