Strategic Business Growth Manager

City of Beaverton; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 92,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PERS retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Public service loan forgiveness

Deferred compensation

PTO accrual

HRA VEBA

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Bilingual pay

Job summary

The City of Beaverton's Economic Development Division seeks a Business Development Manager to foster relationships with employers, support retention and expansion, and recruit firms to Beaverton. You will lead cross‑agency collaboration, navigate public programs, and develop initiatives that strengthen Beaverton's long‑term economic vitality.

With private sector experience and an appreciation for government’s role in growth, you will shape the city’s business environment and deliver measurable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, finance, or a related field; and
• Five years of experience in business management, community development, or real estate, including private sector/traded-sector experience and responsibility for profit and loss metrics; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience enabling the incumbent to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

• Meet with business owners and representatives to build constructive relationships and assist with business needs and concerns.
• Help businesses establish, expand, and/or retain their operations in the City.
• Work collaboratively with partners, industry groups, community groups, and service organizations.
• Serve as the city’s ombudsman, helping businesses navigate public sector regulations and programs.
• Assist in developing and implementing new economic development programs and initiatives.
• Assess market opportunities and craft targeted marketing insights that help position Beaverton competitively.
• Engage other city departments and leadership on business and economic trends and conditions, and represent the business perspective in city government conversations.
• Additional duties are outlined in the Business Development Liaison class specification.

Skills

Networking

Relationship-building

Communication

Strategic thinking

Customer service

Project management

Problem solving

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, finance, or a related field

Five years of experience in business management, community development, or real estate, including private sector traded-sector experience and profit/loss responsibility

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The City of Beaverton's Economic Development Division seeks a Business Development Manager to foster relationships with employers, support retention and expansion, and recruit firms to Beaverton. You will lead cross‑agency collaboration, navigate public programs, and develop initiatives that strengthen Beaverton's long‑term economic vitality.

With private sector experience and an appreciation for government’s role in growth, you will shape the city’s business environment and deliver measurable