Economic Development Manager

Digitailor; Vernal (UT); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 57 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Résumé du poste

Uintah County is seeking an Economic Development Manager to advance initiatives across Uintah County and the Vernal area. The role focuses on downtown revitalization, small-business support, and linking visitor activity with long-term investment.

The incumbent will oversee the Economic Development Advisory Board, coordinate with municipal partners and state agencies, and manage budgeting and grant documentation. Evening/weekend meetings and some in-state travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Economics, or related field.
• 4+ years of professional experience in economic development, community planning, chamber of commerce operations, or project coordination.

Responsabilités

• Support economic development, business retention, and community revitalization projects across Uintah County and Vernal.
• Plan and execute downtown revitalization initiatives and small-business support programs.
• Coordinate with Vernal Innovation Hub, Uintah County Economic Development Advisory Board, and Rural County Grant Program.
• Track program performance metrics and monitor budgets.

Connaissances

Self-motivated

Results-driven

Organized

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Economics or related field

Description du poste

Status: Full-Time | Closes: Open Until Filled The Economic Development Manager performs professional duties to support economic development, business retention, and community revitalization projects across Uintah County and the Vernal area. Core responsibilities include planning and executing downtown revitalization initiatives, small-business support programs, and crossover opportunities between visitor generation and long-term economic investment. Additionally, the manager oversees the Uintah County Economic Development Advisory Board and Rural County Grant Program, coordinates with the Vernal Innovation Hub, monitors project budgets, compiles grant documentation, and tracks program performance metrics < Serving as a key liaison, this position facilitates daily communication between local businesses, municipal partners (such as Vernal City and Naples), chambers of commerce, and state and federal agencies .

Responsibilities

also include compiling and distributing market profiles, site availability data, and promotional resources, as well as representing the county at trade shows, merchant meetings, local pitch competitions, and the Uintah Basin Energy Summit.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Economics, or a closely related field, combined with at least four (4) years of professional experience in economic development, community planning, chamber of commerce operations, or project coordination; or an equivalent combination of qualifying training, education, and experience. Special

Qualifications

Applicants must be self-motivated, results-driven, organized, and detail-oriented with strong interpersonal skills. Candidates must possess a valid Utah State Driver’s License and have the ability to attend occasional evening or weekend meetings/events and participate in occasional in-state travel. This full-time position pays $35.00 per hour, depending on experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. You'l l receive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and various supplemental insurance options. Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), an Employee Assistance Program, and an exciting perks program. Plus, you'll be part of Uintah County's award-winning wellness program, offering f un activities, convenient on-si te health fairs and seminars, and full access to our on-site wellness center equipped with gym equipment.