Senior Economic Development Specialist

Clark County Office of Community and Economic Development; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant nearby

Professional development

Job summary

Clark County Office of Community and Economic Development in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a Senior Economic Development Specialist. You will manage redevelopment programs and engage with local, national, and international business communities to advance opportunities in unincorporated Clark County.

The role requires strong data analysis, economic forecasting, and reporting skills, with a focus on collaboration with elected officials and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Strong research, data analysis, and economic forecasting skills.
• Ability to prepare reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Experience building relationships with stakeholders and agencies.
• Knowledge of grant writing, budgeting, and financial planning.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Understanding of policy, regulations affecting economic development.
• Experience in local or regional government is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage redevelopment programs and opportunities within unincorporated Clark County.
• Coordinate and promote economic development initiatives with stakeholders.
• Prepare professional reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Liaise with elected officials and executive leadership.
• Foster inter-jurisdictional relationships at federal, state, and municipal levels.
• Provide guidance to subordinate staff.

Skills

Data analysis

Economic forecasting

Policy knowledge

Stakeholder relations

Report writing

Communication

Education

Urban Planning degree

Public Administration degree

Job description

The Clark County Office of Community and Economic Development serves as a critical resource for businesses, developers, and companies looking to establish or expand within unincorporated Clark County. Located in Nevada’s most populous region, the office works collaboratively with county and state governments to drive growth and foster opportunities. By connecting stakeholders with the right people and resources, the team is committed to facilitating efficient and effective solutions for economic development. Clark County is a dynamic region, recognized for going beyond expectations to support businesses and community growth.

Role Description

The Clark County Office of Community & Economic Development is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Economic Development Specialist position. There will be a strong emphasis on non-residential, commercial redevelopment and real estate related activities. This is an advanced level position with nominal oversight from department leadership. This role is tasked with managing, coordinating, planning, initiating, promoting, and marketing economic development and redevelopment programs and opportunities within unincorporated Clark County. The position serves as a client-focused ambassador to both local, national and international business communities. In addition, this role will also be responsible for internal coordination and communication with elected officials and executive leadership; coordination of inter-jurisdictional relationships (federal, state, municipal), providing limited supervision and guidance to subordinate department staff.

Qualifications

• A good understanding of NRS279
• Strong skills in research, data analysis, and economic forecasting
• Ability to prepare professional reports, proposals, and presentations
• Experience establishing relationships with stakeholders, agencies, and local businesses
• Understanding of grant writing, financial planning, and budget management
• Excellent organizational, project management, and time-management skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of policy, regulations, and procedures affecting economic development
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• Previous experience in local or regional government economic development is a plus
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team