Senior Economic Development Program Lead

Mecklenburg County; North Carolina; On-site; USD 84,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Mecklenburg County in North Carolina seeks a Senior Economic Development Program Manager to lead policy and program development, implement and monitor economic development projects, and serve as a county liaison with business partners and clients.

The role oversees professional and technical work, may supervise staff and partners, and requires strategic thinking, relationship-building, and experience in development, redevelopment, or capital improvement programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with major course work in Real Estate, Finance, Public Administration, or related field.
• Combination of relevant education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in policy and program development for economic development projects.
• Lead and monitor implementation of commercial, industrial, and redevelopment initiatives.
• Supervise staff and contracted partners as needed.
• Maintain relationships with non-profits, government units, associations and trade organizations.
• Analyze data to support strategic planning and investment decisions.
• Negotiate and develop contracts with private developers and corporations.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Computing

Data analysis

Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mecklenburg County in North Carolina seeks a Senior Economic Development Program Manager to lead policy and program development, implement and monitor economic development projects, and serve as a county liaison with business partners and clients.

The role oversees professional and technical work, may supervise staff and partners, and requires strategic thinking, relationship-building, and experience in development, redevelopment, or capital improvement programs.