Executive Director

Denver Urban Renewal Authority; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 230,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

Denver Urban Renewal Authority (DURA) seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic leadership, financial stewardship, and public representation for the agency. The role will guide redevelopment initiatives and collaborate with the Board to execute the organization’s strategic direction in a dynamic municipal context.

The Executive Director will elevate DURA’s visibility, strengthen stakeholder trust, and drive complex redevelopment initiatives across Denver, aligning operations with the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible leadership experience in urban redevelopment, real estate development, economic development, public finance, community development, public-private partnerships or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated senior leadership experience guiding strategy, operations staff, and organizational priorities in a complex organization, public agency, quasi-governmental entity, nonprofit, development organization, or comparable setting.
• Track record of working effectively with boards, elected officials, and community stakeholders.
• Experience with redevelopment financing tools (including TIF).

Responsibilities

• External Relations & Stakeholder Engagement
• Board Partnership
• Organizational Leadership

Skills

Leadership experience

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree (public administration/related)

Job description

CBIZ Talent Solutions is honored to partner with Denver Urban Renewal Authority (DURA) in finding their next Executive Director. DURA plays a critical role in shaping Denver’s economic vitality through targeted redevelopment, strategic investment, and public-private partnerships. Working in close collaboration with the City and County of Denver, developers, and community stakeholders, DURA catalyzes projects that address blight, promote inclusive growth, and enhance long-term economic resilience.

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, operational performance, financial stewardship, and public representation of the Authority. Working closely with the Board of Commissioners, the Executive Director implements the Board's strategic direction and policies while leading the day-to-day operations of the organization. The next Executive Director will be expected to elevate DURA’s visibility, strengthen stakeholder trust, and drive execution of complex redevelopment initiatives across Denver.

Key responsibilities

• External Relations & Stakeholder Engagement
• Board Partnership
• Organizational Leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree Required. An advanced degree in public administration, business administration, finance, real estate, urban planning, law, economic development, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible leadership experience in urban redevelopment, real estate development, economic development, public finance, community development, public-private partnerships or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated senior leadership experience guiding strategy, operations staff, and organizational priorities in a complex organization, public agency, quasi-governmental entity, nonprofit, development organization, or comparable setting.
• Track record of working effectively with boards, elected officials, and community stakeholders.
• Experience with redevelopment financing tools (including TIF).

Salary & Benefits

• Hiring Salary Range: $230,000 - $310,000 per year
• DURA will offer the successful candidate a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability and AD&D insurance, a 401(a)- retirement plan and optional 457 plan, RTD Eco Pass and parking stipend, vacation, sick and parental leave and paid holidays. DURA participates in FAMLI.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted through 5:00 pm MT on August 14, 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.

The Denver Urban Renewal Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.