Senior Economic Development Specialist - Community and Economic Development

City of Phoenix

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 86,000 - 122,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

The City of Phoenix Community and Economic Development Department seeks a Senior Economic Development Specialist to advance downtown redevelopment and catalytic projects across the ASU Downtown Campus, Phoenix Bioscience Core, and transit-oriented development. The role will also support strategic revitalization initiatives citywide and coordinate with internal and external partners.

The ideal candidate has four years of experience in economic development or related fields and a strong background

Qualifications

Four years of responsible experience in economic development, land/infrastructure development, commercial leasing, real estate, business attraction/retention/assistance, marketing, workforce development or public administration.
Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, economic development, urban planning, or a related field.
All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check; some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business.

Responsibilities

Managing and monitoring contract performance, tax compliance, and lease payments.
Tracking and reporting monthly and annual performance metrics.
Monitoring and developing project / program budgets.
Conducting solicitations for consultant and development proposals and negotiating development contracts with developers and other agencies.
Researching, analyzing, and processing real estate documents and procedures.
Preparing reports on economic development activities for management and City Council.
Coordinating, attending and presenting at meetings with downtown stakeholders, local businesses, non-profits, property owners, residents, and development representatives.
Assisting with the development and implementation of redevelopment plans, community engagement initiatives, marketing materials, and other planning efforts.

Skills

Strong written communication

Oral communication

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, economic development, urban planning, or a related field

Master's degree in public or business administration, economic development, urban planning, or a related field

Job description

About This Position

The City of Phoenix Community and Economic Development Department is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and high-performing individual to fill the role of a Senior Economic Development Specialist. There are seven sections in the Department: Business Development; Community Development; Marketing and Research; Grants, Contracts and Procurement; International Relations; Business & Workforce; and Management Services. There is one vacancy in the Community Development Division, with a focus on downtown redevelopment, but will also work on the ASU Downtown Campus, Phoenix Bioscience Core, transit-oriented development and other strategic revitalization initiatives.

The Community Development Division is responsible for the development and enhancement of the economic, academic and cultural vitality of the urban core of Phoenix. The Division has played a key role in the evolution of transit-oriented development throughout the City. The division is dedicated to the development and enhancement of the economic, academic and cultural vitality of the City that is uniquely Phoenix. As a result, the Division undertakes a diverse range of economic development and planning activities including: light rail/transit-oriented development, downtown revitalization, business development, real estate development, aviation adjacent development, educational development and biomedical research development.

This position is responsible for assisting in the coordination of economic development and redevelopment projects, programs and initiatives that attract new capital investments, broaden the City\'s economic base and create quality jobs for the community. The Senior Economic Development Specialist will provide professional-level support to other department staff in the management and implementation of mixed-use, commercial, office, residential, industrial, and transit-oriented development projects and other economic development attraction or redevelopment initiatives. This role will work in collaboration with internal staff and external customers and possess knowledge of Phoenix ordinances, codes, policies and development processes.

Duties Include

Managing and monitoring contract performance, tax compliance, and lease payments.
Tracking and reporting monthly and annual performance metrics.
Monitoring and developing project / program budgets.
Conducting solicitations for consultant and development proposals and negotiating development contracts with developers and other agencies.
Researching, analyzing, and processing real estate documents and procedures.
Preparing reports on economic development activities for management and City Council.
Coordinating, attending and presenting at meetings with downtown stakeholders, local businesses, non-profits, property owners, residents, and development representatives.
Assisting with the development and implementation of redevelopment plans, community engagement initiatives, marketing materials, and other planning efforts.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
Strong decision-making, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently.
Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Supportive of a team-oriented environment.
Strong understanding of planning and development processes.

SALARY

Pay Range: $86,156.60 to $121,243.20 annually.

Hiring Range: $86,153.60 to $94,993.60 annually.

Pay Range Explanation

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Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information.
401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions.
Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans.
Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan.
Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually.
Dental, vision, and life insurance options.
Employer paid long-term disability.
Free Bus/light rail pass.
Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year.
Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days.
Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period.
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi.

For more details, visit: Unit 007 Benefits

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of responsible experience in economic development, land/infrastructure development, commercial leasing, real estate, business attraction/retention/assistance, marketing, workforce development or public administration.
Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, economic development, urban planning, or a related field.
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver\'s license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here.
The City job description can be found here.

Preferred Qualifications

The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:

Master\'s degree in public or business administration, economic development, urban planning, or a related field.
Experience preparing and conducting solicitations for land development and/or professional services proposals.
Experience and familiarity with real estate development and/or property management issues in an urban environment.
Experience writing and preparing memos, reports, marketing material, or other content intended for a public audience.
Experience developing and managing consultant contracts and development agreements.
Facilitating transit-oriented development and redevelopment projects or initiatives.
Experience managing commercial tenants, business agreements or serving as Owner\'s Representative to Tenants.
Experience conducting independent research and analysis on real estate development matters and briefing decision makers.
Experience presenting material to external audiences or community groups.
Experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders on development projects or initiatives.

RECRUITMENT DATES

Recruitment closes August 24, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

REVISIT: This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

RECRUITMENT DATES

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