Economic Development Manager

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About the Position
This position is part of the Economic Development Division within the City Manager’s Office. Economic development has been recognized by the City Council as a top priority. This is a great opportunity for the ideal candidate to use their economic development background and contacts to help strengthen Walnut Creek’s economic base. The Economic Development Manager supervises a team of two staff members.

Here at Walnut Creek, we are passionate about business growth/development and encouraging innovation. Building on our continued success, as the Economic Development Manager, you will lead our current programs and champion new opportunities in areas such as business attraction, retention, and expansion strategies.

Working with a wide array of staff across City departments, as well as business groups, you will serve as a connector of community and business. You will work closely with groups such as the Chamber of Commerce, the Downtown Business Association, and the Shadelands PBID Board. Using your independent judgement and professionalism, you will identify necessary resources to perform economic development and redevelopment analysis.

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a dynamic, energetic, and creative professional who is able to quickly gain credibility through effective skilled communication. They are an effective people manager with strong leadership skills. Most importantly, the Economic Development Manager will see the big picture and understand the City Council’s focus while ensuring quality economic development for the City of Walnut Creek.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

Education
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in business administration, economics, public administration, planning, or a related field. A Master’s degree in a related field is highly desirable.

Experience
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience performing professional level economic or community development, research, business administration, or redevelopment program work, which includes at least two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.

Special Requirements
Possession of, or ability to obtain prior to employment, a valid Class C California Driver’s License and a good driving record.

The incumbent may be required to perform work outside of normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

The deadline to apply for this position is Monday, September 23, 2024, before 5:00 PM PST.

Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLE qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include an oral interview tentatively scheduled for the week of October 7, 2024.