Economic Development Administrator

City of St Joseph; Roseville (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Roseville is seeking an Economic Development Administrator to strengthen the local economy, support businesses, secure grant funding, and advance community development initiatives. The role calls for a background in economic development, grants, planning, and strong communication within a municipal setting.

The ideal candidate will bring 3–5 years of relevant experience, knowledge of CDBG programs, and a track record in building partnerships to create opportunities for residents and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of related or progressively responsible work experience in economic and community development, planning administration or related municipal experience.
• CDBG administration experience preferred.
• Real estate or legal knowledge is a plus.
• Associates Degree or higher in business administration, finance, public administration or closely related field; specialized training in economic development, urban planning, grant management, or communications.
• AICP and Master Citizen Planner designations are a plus.

Skills

Grant management

Planning administration

CDBG administration

Real estate knowledge

Legal knowledge

Economic development

Education

Associates degree or higher in business administration, finance, public administration or closely related field

AICP / Master Citizen Planner designation (plus)

Job description

Shape the Future of Roseville! Join the City of Roseville as our Economic Development Administrator and play a key role in strengthening our local economy, supporting businesses, securing grant funding, and advancing community development initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to turn ideas into action, build meaningful partnerships, and help create new opportunities for residents and businesses. If you’re ready to make a visible difference in the community and bring your skills in economic development, grants, planning, and communication to a dynamic municipal environment, we want to hear from you!

• 3-5 years of related or progressively responsible work experience in economic and community development, planning administration or related municipal experience.
• CDBG administration preferred
• Real estate/legal knowledge a plus
• Associates Degree or higher in business administration, finance, public administration or closely related field. Specialized training in economic development, urban planning, grant management, or communications.
• AICP and Master Citizen Planner designations a plus

SALARY: $80,000 - $90,000 DOQ/E

DEADLINE: Friday, October 23, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

THE CITY DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE