Job Duties:
Are you a visionary leader passionate about driving economic growth and development?
We are seeking a Director of Economic Development to spearhead our City's strategic economic initiatives. In this pivotal role, you'll lead a dynamic team and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including City agencies, private developers, and industry leaders, to shape and implement transformative economic strategies. You'll have the chance to influence local business growth, support entrepreneurial ventures, and foster strong community partnerships. If you're ready to make a significant impact and help guide our City's future, we invite you to apply for this exciting leadership opportunity.
The Director of Economic Development responsibilities include:
The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, holidays and Paid Time Off.
To review a detailed hiring brochure for the Director of Economic Development, please click here.
As a City Manager appointee, this position serves at the pleasure of the City Manager and is not considered part of the merit service as defined in City Code, section 2-75.
Working Conditions:
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Minimum Requirements:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A masters degree in public administration, management, business administration, marketing, engineering, planning, or a similar program and 6 years management experience; or higher-level education and experience equivalent to 12 years in related field, including 5 years at the program management or administrator level.
Additional Requirements:
DMV Transcript: Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required
Attachments Required: Resume and Cover Letter
Preferences:
The preferred candidate will have diverse experience and knowledge of economic development focused on capital investment, workforce development/job creation, incentives, entrepreneurial and business startups, business accelerators, public-private partnerships, business administration and economics.
A masters degree in public administration, management, business administration, marketing, engineering, planning, or a similar program
Ten years experience as an administrator or executive in the economic development field.
Experience overseeing local and international economic development programs, such as workforce development, small business, and a vast array of industry sectors.
Proven track record of overseeing the negotiating of development deals and attracting and retaining businesses for an entity
Experience working with Boards/Commissions/City & State Government entities to accomplish economic development goals and objectives.
Special Instructions:
This position will be opened until filled with applicants being reviewed on an ongoing basis.
VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.