Senior Economic Development Manager - 4-Day Week

City of Rowlett, Texas; Rowlett (TX); On-site; USD 104,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Rowlett, Texas seeks a strategic Economic Development Director to lead the implementation of the city’s economic goals and oversee day-to-day programs supporting the economic development plan. You will coordinate with multiple departments, chambers, and boards to attract investment, drive job creation, and maximize return on investment.

The role requires a track record of leadership, strong financial analysis, and effective communication with senior management, developers, brokers, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Public Administration or related field (Master’s Degree preferred) and a proven leader with a minimum of five years progressively responsible experience in Economic Development for a municipal entity (preferred), along with Marketing, Real Estate, and basic construction knowledge, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Professional certification, Completion of Basic Economic Development Course through TEDC or completion within 6 months (required) or other certifications such as CEcD or EDFP and experience in real estate or land use preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of general management principles. Must be able to work well in an environment with multiple interruptions. Must be a self-starter requiring little direction to accomplish tasks with a high level of optimism, enthusiasm, and "can-do" attitude. Must be able to work collaboratively as part of the Economic Development team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the creation of web based, print and social media marketing campaigns for both promotional and informational purposes supporting department mission and strategic plan.
• Collaborate with communications and marketing staff to develop targeted economic development marketing, business recruitment, site promotion, and stakeholder communication strategies.
• Manage staff in developing and executing measurable goals, reporting standards and benchmarks aligned with the department mission and objectives.
• Assist with oversight of various districts and Boards, and manage project execution after attraction or expansion efforts.
• Evaluate, structure, negotiate, administer, and monitor economic development incentive agreements and tools available to the City.
• Represent the City at civic, cultural, charitable, business, and community activities and serve on boards and commissions.
• Assist in establishing economic development programs that lead to private investment and job creation.
• Conduct financial and fiscal impact analysis and develop recommendations regarding proposed incentives and projects.
• Assist in implementing a recruitment strategy for promotion of the City to business and industry.

Skills

Economic development

Marketing

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

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

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

City of Rowlett, Texas seeks a strategic Economic Development Director to lead the implementation of the city’s economic goals and oversee day-to-day programs supporting the economic development plan. You will coordinate with multiple departments, chambers, and boards to attract investment, drive job creation, and maximize return on investment.

The role requires a track record of leadership, strong financial analysis, and effective communication with senior management, developers, brokers, and