Executive Director

City of Pueblo Civil Service • Pueblo, CO

1d • $130,000 - $190,000

About The Position

On behalf of the Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority (PURA), the City of Pueblo is accepting applications for the position of Executive Director. Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority (PURA) is seeking qualified candidates to be the next Executive Director of PURA. The Executive Director serves and acts as directed by the Board of Commissioners. The Executive Director will oversee all functions and directives of the PURA Board and will lead stakeholder engagement and strategic initiatives to revitalize urban areas and foster economic development. The Executive Director will provide vision, leadership, and direction of PURA’s programs, projects, and policies, and manage PURA’s budget and financial obligations with transparency and accountability. Additionally, the Executive Director will manage daily operations assuring staff safety, facilities maintenance and security, human resource development/morale, participate and foster cross-sector partnerships with governmental agencies, developers, nonprofits, and community groups and implement strategic plans for community revitalization, redevelopment, and economic growth. The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $190,000.00. Applications will be accepted through January 24th, 2026, at www.pueblo.us/jobs This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position. Please note: This job posting is for a position with the Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority (PURA) and is not affiliated with the City of Pueblo. For inquiries, contact PURA at 719-542-2577.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited institution with specialization in urban planning, public administration, finance, business administration, In lieu of these preferred majors, verifiable years of progressively responsible experience in urban renewal or a related field may be considered.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in planning, community development or re-development with demonstrated ability to perform as outlined above.
• Two plus years of experience in effectively managing a diverse team
• Demonstrated knowledge of tax increment financing, redevelopment law, land use, zoning, and municipal government processes.
• Demonstrated track record of leading complex redevelopment projects.
• Experience managing public meetings and compliance with Colorado Sunshine Laws.
• Experience with strategic initiative development and implementation, specifically with operating policies and procedures, and work process improvements.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with GIS, data analysis tools, and Opportunity Zones preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all functions and directives of the PURA Board
• Lead stakeholder engagement and strategic initiatives to revitalize urban areas and foster economic development
• Provide vision, leadership, and direction of PURA’s programs, projects, and policies
• Manage PURA’s budget and financial obligations with transparency and accountability
• Manage daily operations assuring staff safety, facilities maintenance and security, human resource development/morale
• Participate and foster cross-sector partnerships with governmental agencies, developers, nonprofits, and community groups
• Implement strategic plans for community revitalization, redevelopment, and economic growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees