Economic Development Manager

Gfoat; Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gfoat seeks an Economic Development Manager to coordinate and plan activities focused on retaining and expanding local businesses and recruiting retail investment. The role reports to the City Administrator and supports directives from the Municipal Development District and City Council.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 3 years of experience, with 5–7 years plus a Master’s preferred; CEcD certification or ability to obtain within 18 months; and a valid Texas driver’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Public Administration, or related field with three years of experience.
• Five to seven years of experience and a Master’s degree are preferred.
• Certification as a CEcD, or ability to obtain within 18 months of employment, is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan economic development activities related to business retention and expansion as well as retail recruitment.
• Staff support carrying out directives from the Josephine Municipal Development District and City Council.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics/Business/Planning

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Under the general direction of the City Administrator, the Economic Development Manager is responsible for coordinating and planning economic development activities related to business retention and expansion as well as retail recruitment for the City of Josephine. Serves as staff support carrying out directives from the Josephine Municipal Development District and City Council.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Training/Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Public Administration, or a related field with three years of experience in a relevant field. Five to seven years of experience and a Master’s degree are preferred.

Certification as a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), or the ability to obtain the certification within 18 months of employment, is required.

Proven experience in economic development, business attraction, or a related field, preferably in a fast-growing municipality.

Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license.