Strategic Economic Growth Director

Haslet Community Economic Development Corporation; Texas; On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Haslet is seeking an experienced Economic Development Director to lead short- and long-term strategies, recruit businesses, and coordinate cross-department initiatives. You will work with Planning, Engineering, Public Works, Finance, and more to address development needs and infrastructure challenges.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field and 5+ years of experience, with responsibilities including budgeting, reporting, and presenting to the City Council.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of economic development principles and municipal operations.
• Strong communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to coordinate complex projects and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements short- and long-term economic development strategies aligned with city priorities.
• Proactively identifies and recruits commercial and industrial opportunities; negotiates incentives.
• Maintains relationships with developers, brokers, site selectors, and regional partners; represents the City at events.
• Coordinates participation in major economic development and real estate events; plans outreach activities.
• Monitors trends and data; prepares staff reports and presentations for leadership.

Skills

Economic development knowledge

Municipal operations

Communication and reporting

Organizational and project management

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economic Development, Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Finance, Marketing, Real Estate, or related field

Master's degree in Economic Development, Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Finance, Marketing, Real Estate, or related field

Valid Texas Class C Driver's License

Job description

City of Haslet is seeking an experienced Economic Development Director to lead short- and long-term strategies, recruit businesses, and coordinate cross-department initiatives. You will work with Planning, Engineering, Public Works, Finance, and more to address development needs and infrastructure challenges.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field and 5+ years of experience, with responsibilities including budgeting, reporting, and presenting to the City Council.