Business Development Manager

City of Beaverton•City Hall - The Beaverton Building, OR

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About The Position

The City of Beaverton’s Economic Development Division is hiring a Business Development Manager to build relationships with employers, support business retention and expansion, recruit companies to Beaverton, and deliver projects and programs that strengthen the community’s long-term economic vitality. The position is suited to someone with meaningful private-sector experience and an appreciation for government’s role in creating a thriving business environment; prior public-sector experience is not required. The manager meets with business owners and representatives, helps businesses establish, expand, or retain their operations in the city, and collaborates with industry groups, community organizations, and service providers. The role also serves as the city’s ombudsman to help businesses navigate public-sector regulations and programs; assists with developing and implementing economic development initiatives; assesses market opportunities and develops marketing insights; and shares business and economic trends with city departments and leadership. Additional duties are described in the Business Development Liaison class specification. This is a full-time, exempt Management 2 (M2) position with one vacancy. The classification is Business Development Liaison. The posted monthly wage range is $8,225.45–$11,024.04. Starting pay is determined by a review of related work experience and applicable qualifications.

Requirements

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; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that enables performance of the essential functions.
Experience working in the private sector for a traded-sector business.
Responsibility for business profit and loss metrics.
Strong networking and relationship-building skills across multiple industries and community-based organizations.
Understanding of business practices and ability to diagnose a broad range of needs and challenges.
Effective communication skills, including persuasive presentations, marketing, and branding.
Strategic thinking across engagement, project development, and implementation.
Customer-service orientation.
Project-management skills and a focus on implementation and results.
Ability to solve complex problems in dynamic environments.
Commitment to community engagement and fostering an inclusive environment.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet the city’s driving standards.
Ability to pass reference checks and education verification and satisfy background-check requirements.

Nice To Haves

Prior public-sector experience is not required.
Experience or skills in business development, operations, strategic partnerships, consulting, real estate, and/or leadership.
Interest in local economic vitality, equitable growth, placemaking, small-business support, and regional competitiveness.
Non-traditional skill sets and experiences are welcomed, even if the candidate does not meet every listed qualification.

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 of Beaverton.
Work collaboratively with 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 economic development programs and initiatives.
Assess market opportunities and craft targeted marketing insights to help position Beaverton competitively.
Engage city departments and leadership on business and economic trends and conditions.
Represent the business perspective in city government conversations.
Perform additional duties outlined in the Business Development Liaison class specification.

Benefits

The city pays the full retirement contribution to the Oregon Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), including the employee portion.
Opportunity to participate in a deferred compensation retirement plan.
Public service loan forgiveness program.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
Paid time off (PTO) accrual and PTO cash-out options.
Wellness programs and incentives.
Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) VEBA.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Bilingual pay premiums.