Economic Development Deputy Director

Town of Gilbert • Az 85296, AZ

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to serve as Economic Development Deputy Director. With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best-in-class service to our citizens while offering opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding, innovative work environment. The Economic Development Deputy Director reports to the Economic Development Director. The primary functions of this position include: Lead and direct the Business Attraction, Business Retention/Expansion, and Marketing & Communications program areas for the Office of Economic Development. Negotiate development agreements between the Town, developers, and corporate partners on projects involving financial support. Supervise and support a team of economic development professionals, assigning and reviewing their work. Advise Town management, the Mayor, and Council on economic development initiatives through written reports and in-person briefings. Build annual work plans and manage project schedules and the department's lead and project pipeline. For a full list of duties, please review the job description. The hiring range of this position is $126,304 - $157,880, depending on the candidate's qualifications. This position is FLSA Exempt and is an at-will position with the Town of Gilbert.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Public Administration, Redevelopment, Urban Planning, Economic Development, Real Estate, or a closely related field
• 7 years of experience in economic development, including attraction, retention, and expansion, redevelopment, or marketing

Nice To Haves

• Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) or similar industry-specific professional certification, preferred
• Valid Arizona Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the Business Attraction, Business Retention/Expansion, and Marketing & Communications program areas for the Office of Economic Development
• Negotiate development agreements between the Town, developers, and corporate partners on projects involving financial support
• Supervise and support a team of economic development professionals, assigning and reviewing their work
• Advise Town management, the Mayor, and Council on economic development initiatives through written reports and in-person briefings
• Build annual work plans and manage project schedules and the department's lead and project pipeline

What This Job Offers

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