Deputy Director-Redevelopment

City of Fort Wayne • Fort Wayne, IN

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Can you turn complex development opportunities into projects that strengthen neighborhoods, attract investment, and shape Fort Wayne's future? The City of Fort Wayne is seeking an experienced, strategic leader to guide redevelopment initiatives, manage multimillion-dollar projects, and build successful public-private partnerships. This executive-level position is responsible for advancing the City's economic development and redevelopment strategies while overseeing projects, finances, real estate transactions, staff, and Commission operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning, economic development, public administration, real estate, business, or a closely related field.
• Four to ten years of progressively responsible related experience, training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing innovative public-private partnerships.
• Strong knowledge of urban planning, redevelopment, real estate development, municipal government, and economic development strategies.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to redevelopment and economic development.
• Experience managing multiple complex, multimillion-dollar projects simultaneously.
• A valid Indiana driver's license is required when operating a City vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• A master's degree is preferred.
• Closely related professional experience may substitute for up to two years of the required college education.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Executive Director of the Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission and lead the Department of Redevelopment.
• Lead the City's redevelopment and economic development strategies, initiatives, work programs, budgets, and departmental goals.
• Evaluate development opportunities and provide policy recommendations related to project financing, implementation, and long-term management.
• Negotiate complex public-private development agreements, real estate acquisitions, property dispositions, and other redevelopment transactions.
• Oversee the Redevelopment Commission's budgets, bonds, financial responsibilities, meetings, agendas, resolutions, and required documentation.
• Represent the Redevelopment Commission and Community Development Division before City Council, governmental agencies, business and civic organizations, developers, the media, and the public.
• Direct and manage employees within the Department of Redevelopment.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate staff.
• Assign and direct work, establish priorities, address performance concerns, and resolve workplace issues.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures supporting effective day-to-day operations.

Benefits

• This is an opportunity to lead projects with a lasting impact on Fort Wayne's neighborhoods, economy, and future growth.
• You will work alongside City leaders, community partners, developers, and residents to turn strategic ideas into meaningful investments and visible community improvements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director