Economic Development Manager

City of Flagstaff•Flagstaff, AZ

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Flagstaff is seeking a strategic and collaborative professional to lead and support Economic Development initiatives that advance community and business growth. This position is responsible for implementing economic development strategies, overseeing business attraction and retention efforts, supporting workforce development initiatives, and building strong partnerships with local, regional, and state stakeholders. The role provides leadership for Economic Development programs, staff, budgeting, and strategic planning while working closely with City leadership, businesses, and community partners to support Council priorities and promote Flagstaff’s long-term economic vitality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business management, economic development/redevelopment, master planning, architecture, or a related field.
Five years of experience directly related to municipal policies concerning economic development, redevelopment, business retention and expansion, business attraction, workforce development and planning.
Two years of supervisory experience.
Valid driver's license
Or any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the above Minimum Requirements.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in business management, economic development/redevelopment, master planning, architecture, fine arts, or a related field.
Relevant economic development certifications
Five years of supervisory experience or more.
Must have or consistently work towards obtaining IEDC Certified Economic Developers (CEcD) certification until achieved.
Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona driver’s license (Class D).

Responsibilities

Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
Responsible for understanding the varied elements of the City's Economic Development programs, including principles and implementation of business attraction strategies, retention and expansion tools and efforts, workforce development resources and programs.
Establishes priorities of work within the Economic Development program.
Develops, implements, and manages the Economic Development budget, strategic planning, and policies and procedures.
Coordinates efforts with surrounding jurisdictions related to economic development.
Establishes measures to improve methods, use of equipment and software, changes in operations, working conditions, quality of work, and any necessary expansion to increase the efficiency of the program.
Has overall supervisory responsibility for the Economic Development staff and recommends employee hires, promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures to the Community Investment Director.
Ensures that all Federal, State, and Local laws/regulations are being met within assigned area of responsibility.
Keeps the Community Investment Director advised of Economic Development matters through written and oral reports.
Attends conferences, conventions, and other professional meetings to remain current on Economic Development matters.
Speaks before civic and professional groups on Economic Development matters.
Meets with lawmakers at the state level as necessary to influence policy development.
Oversees the business attraction and business retention work programs, targeting identified sectors.
Coordinates tradeshow and conference attendance, updated website coordination, pursues lead generation/business prospects for new and expanding companies through client meetings, site selector visits, and more while communicating information and providing progress to the Community Investment Director, City Management, Mayor and Council.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Arizona State Retirement System with 100% Match
457 Deferred Compensation Options
Up to 4% Annual Pay for Performance Increase
Group Insurance including Health, Dental and Vision coverage
Flexible & Health Savings Accounts
13 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Jury Duty
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Voluntary Life Insurance
First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Employer Tuition Assistance
Employee Clinic, Telehealth, Wellness Program & Incentives
Tobacco Cessation Program
Employer Assistance Program
Recognition including Work i versary, Wonderful Outstanding Worker (WOW), On-the-Spot, 7k Award, and City Manager's Excellence Awards
Employee Discounts: Mountain L ine Bus Eco Pass, Aquaplex, and Recreation Centers