Director of Economic Growth & Redevelopment

NJLM; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Plainfield City seeks an experienced Director of Economic Development to lead a redevelopment portfolio valued at more than $2 billion. The Director will act as the city’s liaison to developers and businesses, driving business attraction and retention while coordinating with internal and external partners.

The preferred candidate will hold a Master’s Degree (MBA or urban planning) and at least five years of significant management experience in public or business sectors, including land use and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in MBA or urban planning.
• At least five years of significant management experience in public or business sectors.
• Experience in land use, large-scale property sales, or property development programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a redevelopment portfolio valued at more than $2 billion in investments.
• Serve as the liaison to developers and businesses for the city.
• Drive business attraction and retention strategies and initiatives.
• Collaborate with external partners while aligning with internal city objectives.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Land use policy

Development programs

Education

Master's degree (MBA or urban planning)

Job description

Plainfield City seeks an experienced Director of Economic Development to lead a redevelopment portfolio valued at more than $2 billion. The Director will act as the city’s liaison to developers and businesses, driving business attraction and retention while coordinating with internal and external partners.

The preferred candidate will hold a Master’s Degree (MBA or urban planning) and at least five years of significant management experience in public or business sectors, including land use and