DIRECTOR - ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

City of Nampa; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 108,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Responsibilities include budgeting, strategic planning, and executive oversight of related agencies, with a focus on sustainable development and measurable outcomes for Nampa’s economic future.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field; 10 years of professional experience.
• At least five years in a leadership, supervisory, or management role.
• Experience reporting to a Board of Directors.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements economic development strategies.
• Lead recruitment and relocation efforts for businesses.
• Coordinates with local state agencies, community, civic groups, and other development professionals.
• Oversees division budgets and financial planning.
• Represents the City of Nampa at key events, including meetings.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Economic development

Budgeting & finance

Public administration

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS

Internet applications

Job description

DIRECTOR - ECONOMIC & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Nampa, ID

Director of Economic & Community Development
Job Description
Hiring Salary Range: $107,868-$144,622 Annually, DOE
First Review of Applications will begin 09/11/2026
Department: Economic Development
Reports to (Role): Chief of Staff
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Code: 1040
Pay Grade: 25E
Travel Required: Some
Position(s) Supervised: Assistant Director of Econ Development & Community Development Program Manager
Revised: 8/28/2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Economic Development will develop, implement, and coordinate programs for business expansion, relocation, and development for the City of Nampa. One of the main functions of an employee in this class is to identify, promote, retain, and attract new business to the City of Nampa. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Mayor and City Council, departmental and other City employees, Nampa Development Corporation Board of Commissioners, Nampa Auditorium District Board of Commissioners, Chamber of Commerce, other business entities within the City, and the public. The principal duties of this class are performed in an office environment.

The successful candidate will be a visionary and inspirational leader who can support citywide economic development goals and provide executive-level oversight of the Nampa Development Corporation, the City of Nampa’s urban renewal agency. The work is performed under the direction of the Chief of Staff, with extensive leeway granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. This position also reports and works with the NDC Board of Directors, in conjunction with the Assistant Director of Economic Development. The Economic Development Director is also responsible for executive-level administration of the Nampa Auditorium District. The Director of Economic Development acts with considerable independence for divisional planning, budget development, and administration and for coordinating, supervising, and developing employees within the division.

A portion of this position is funded by the Nampa Development Corporation (NDC). Any work performed is to the long-term benefit of the City of Nampa.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Strategy & Vision

• Develops and implements economic development strategies by assessing the needs of businesses for relocating to the City of Nampa
• Leads the recruitment and relocation efforts for businesses within the City of Nampa.
• Responds to business location inquiries.
• Coordinates activities with local state agencies, community, civic groups, and other development professionals; partners with the State of Idaho, Boise Valley Economic Partnership and neighboring communities.
• Prepares and provides cost comparisons, site analysis reports, and information on utility rates, labor costs, tax rates, etc. regarding business location inquiries.
• Researches and provides information on workforce ability and training.
• Evaluates and recommends appropriate business site locations.
• Develops and executes a targeted and measurable business retention strategy.
• Coordinates with Realtors, developers, and property owners to identify and assist prospects.
• Communicates a compelling vision for equitable economic development/redevelopment to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develops and oversees distribution of information in print, video, or other forms to promote the City of Nampa, including fact sheets and other data to facilitate recruiting.
• Promotes positive Nampa business news via social media and other outlets in coordination with the Communications Director and Mayor’s Office staff.
• Collaborate productively with the Mayor’s Office and City agencies in service of citywide economic development objectives.
• Oversee attainment, measurement, and communication of annual goals and objectives.
• Develops and maintains relationships with community business owners, with the ability to anticipate future needs and plans.
• Develop a financial sustainability plan identifying short- and long-term sources of revenue.
• Represents the City’s economic development interest on local and regional boards and represents NDC in coordination with the Assistant Director of Economic Development.
• Establish and grow partnerships between the URA, the business, and nonprofit communities in Nampa.

Operations

• Prepare division/department/organization operations budget.
• Reviews NDS budget and operational matters at an executive level.
• Reviews Nampa Auditorium Distrct budget, policy and operational matters at an executive level.
• Implements real estate and policy projects that support the citywide Economic Development goals.
• Review and communicate all departmental reports and presentations.
• Evaluate planning-related legislation and its applicability to urban renewal projects.
• Represent the City of Nampa and the Nampa Development Corporation at key events, including a substantial number of evening and weekend meetings.

Team Development/Leadership

• Oversee the recruitment, employment, and release of staff and contract personnel.
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Monitor staff performance and professional development goals, set objectives, establish priorities, conduct annual performance reviews, and recommend salary adjustments.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Keep immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
• Respond to citizens' questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
• Communicate and coordinate regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
• Is punctual and timely in meeting performance requirements, including attendance standards and work deadlines.
• Communicate information and state concerns in a clear and professional manner.
• Respect the opinions of others and demonstrate a reasonable relationship with employees, supervisors, and others.
• Accept and perform changes in work assignments and/or how work is performed promptly and effectively by self and others.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business, Business Management, or a closely related field, or relevant work experience, and a minimum of ten years of related professional experience, of which at least five years must have been in a leadership, supervisory, or management role.
• Experience with the principles and the practices of Public Administration and Management, budgeting, building construction, zoning, codes, laws, and ordinances. And/or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• Experience working with and/or reporting to a Board of Directors.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• In-depth knowledge of the urban planning and real estate development process, including terminology, laws, practices, principles, and regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of the principles of budgeting and finance and proven track record of urban renewal and economic development finance.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and codes pertaining to a wide variety of planning topics.
• Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills and demonstrated capacity to work effectively with public officials, business partners, staff, and the general public.
• Ability to understand and manage high-profile, sensitive, or controversial political situations with excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
• Demonstrated track record of accomplishment in economic development with an emphasis on building community.
• Demonstrated track record of productive collaboration with the business community.
• Ability to manage a large, complex organization according to a clearly defined set of metrics, targets, and core values.
• Excellent team player.
• Knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office, Internet applications,
• and GIS.
• Proven management skills and ability to manage day-to-day operations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the editing, oversight, or preparation of technical reports, and the presentation of information to government entities and various committees.
• Effective and persuasive leadership, comfortable with all levels of staff, public, and others.
• In-depth knowledge of principles of personnel management, including supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed primarily in an office setting, consisting of sedentary work and sitting most of the time. An employee in this class is subject to inside environmental conditions.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Finger Dexterity: Sufficient finger or manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to efficiently operate a variety of general office equipment and/or machinery.
• Speech: Sufficient clarity of speech or other communication ability with or without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to communicate effectively and convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Hearing: Sufficient clarity of hearing with or without reasonable accommodation to enable the employee to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.
• Visual Abilities: Sufficient visual acuity or other power of observation with or without accommodation to enable the employee to review a wide variety of materials in electronic or hard copy form and perform activities such as viewing a computer screen; extensive reading.
• Physical Strength & Personal Mobility: Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, to enable the employee to maneuver and function in and around an office environment.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT:

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function, with or without reasonable accommodation, satisfactorily. A reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO STATEMENT:

The City of Nampa is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

DISCLAIMER:

The City has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the City reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the City may deem appropriate. This position may close prior to the closing date, or may be extended.