Chief Economic Development Officer

City of Waco, TX; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Waco, TX is seeking a Chief Economic Development Officer to direct the functions of Economic Development. This essential leadership role requires vision, strategic thinking, and strong management to advance the city's economic health and vitality.

The CEDO will promote and facilitate growth in a relationship‑driven community, leveraging technical knowledge and mature judgment to build partnerships with business, government, and the public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning, social sciences, business, public administration, or related field.
• 7 years' experience in community development and regulatory program management.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Direct the functions of Economic Development.
• Lead initiatives to promote economic health and vitality in Waco.

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning, Social Sciences, Business, Public Administration, or related field

Job description

Summary

The City of Waco has retained Mackenzie Eason to assist in the recruitment of Chief Economic Development Officer.

The City Of Waco Seeks

A Chief Economic Development Officer (CEDO) to direct the functions of Economic Development (ED). This multifaceted position requires a visionary leader with a strategic mindset, exceptional management skills, and a passion for promoting and facilitating economic development to enhance the city's economic health and vitality. Waco is seeking a seasoned economic development professional with strong technical knowledge, mature judgment, and the interpersonal skill to operate successfully in a relationship-driven community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning, Social Sciences, Business, Public Administration, or a related field and 7 years' experience in community development and regulatory program management; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Texas Driver's License