Executive Director - Rutland Redevelopment Authority

Gallagher, Flynn & Company; England; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Director to lead and manage redevelopment initiatives in a vibrant city. This role involves coordinating projects, fostering relationships with developers, and advocating for economic growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in urban planning, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Join a dedicated team focused on revitalizing the community and enhancing the quality of life for residents. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in economic development and community revitalization efforts.

Benefits

Health & Dental Insurance

HSA (Health Savings Account)

IRA with 2% employer contribution

Holidays and Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of redevelopment experience in urban planning or economic development.
• Strong public speaking and negotiation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage redevelopment projects and negotiate with developers.
• Foster relationships with city leaders and stakeholders.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the RRA office.

Skills

Public Speaking

Negotiation Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Project Management

Fiscal Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Client: Rutland Redevelopment Authority

Website: https://www.rutlandvtbusiness.com/

Role:Executive Director

Location: Rutland, Vermont

Reports to: Rutland Redevelopment Authority Board of Commissioners

Position Type: Exempt, full-time (40 hours per week)

Compensation Range: $90,000 - $120,000/year

About Rutland Redevelopment Authority

The Rutland Redevelopment Authority (RRA), established in 1989, serves as the primary administrative agent for Community Development projects in Rutland, focusing on residential development, job growth, and enhancing the city's downtown. The organization was created to address the urgent need to reduce the property tax burden on residential homeowners, revitalize dilapidated structures, stimulate the commercial and industrial sectors, and foster economic opportunities for all citizens.

Operating under the charter of the City of Rutland, the RRA receives funding through an annual agreement with the City, along with the ability to levy a Special Benefits Tax on non-residential properties within the Special Benefits District (SBD).

Job Summary

The Executive Director is responsible for initiating, planning and coordinating the implementation of redevelopment plans which will include negotiating and managing redevelopment projects, with possible grant writing, design work and maintaining a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) budget. The Executive Director prepares, submits and presents reports to the RRA Board of Commissioners and the City of Rutland Board of Aldermen pertaining to projects.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

CULTIVATION OF CITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES

• Creates and fosters relationships proactively by working directly with employers and developers
• Identifies development opportunities within the city and actively works with developers and other partners to guide projects to completion
• Quantifies, manages and advocates for development opportunities identified by City Administration
• Performs or facilitates fiscal analysis of potential development projects, computes statistics and manages appropriate funding strategies to ensure successful completion of the project
• Identifies needs of employers and developers and works in collaboration to find solutions to satisfy those needs
• Analyzes problems, identifies alternate solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and able to implement recommendations in support of goals
• Prepares, analyzes and maintains detailed reports and records

COMMUNICATION

• Fosters mutually productive and collaborative relationships with city leaders, including the Mayor, their administration and members of the Board of Aldermen
• Acts as the City of Rutland’s consistent point of contact for stakeholders and members of the public regarding potential and ongoing economic and community development projects or needs
• Shares and markets the City of Rutland’s economic development programs and resources available to help spur new development
• Collects, analyzes, evaluates and presents data to partners and stakeholders concerning important trends and enhancements in community and economic development

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Coordinate with City Treasurer and Assessor to manage the newly formed Tax Increment Finance District
• Collaborative leads an ad-hoc housing group and directs the implementation of priority projects, including the creation of a Housing Trust Fund
• Spearheads efforts to remedy vacant and/or blighted residential and commercial properties

OPERATIONS

• Manages day-to-day operations of the RRA office, including approval of weekly payroll and other administrative functions
• Holds staff accountable for attendance and meeting deadlines
• Creates the annual budget for the RRA which includes proposing the tax rate for the Special Benefits District

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, urban planning, construction management, finance or related field. Master’s degree is preferred
• Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible redevelopment experience in urban planning, real estate development or economic development is required
• Three (3) years of direct supervisory experience
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of federal and state economic development programs
• Effective public speaking, writing and media communication skills
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Effective negotiation skills and the ability to influence others
• Experience with land use issues and development laws
• Experience working in a board-managed structure
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities in a timely manner
• Ability to work flexible hours, including attending evening meetings and performing weekend site visits

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Considerable amount of time is spent using a computer. Work is predominately indoors within a somewhat hectic paced environment with multiple (sometimes competing) priorities. Regular outdoor events required and periodic attendance at evening events and functions is expected. Must be able to lift, carry and or push articles weighing up to 20 lbs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Option to open an HSA (Health Savings Account)
• IRA with 2% employer contribution
• Holidays and Paid Time Off

Gallagher Flynn

Gallagher, Flynn, & Company, LLP has been retained to conduct this search. While we appreciate all interest in this opportunity, only candidates most closely aligned with our search will be contacted.

Disclaimer: What's listed above is representative of the responsibilities of the position but is not meant to be an exhaustive list. Responsibilities may change during employment at the company's discretion.

Gallagher, Flynn and Company and our clients do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.