City of Vacaville · 6 hours ago
Economic Development Manager
Vacaville, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$138K/yr - $168K/yr
3+ years expThe City of Vacaville is seeking an Economic Development Manager to lead its Community and Economic Development department. The role involves driving economic growth, fostering business relationships, and implementing strategies to attract and retain businesses in Vacaville.
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Hiring Manager
Regina Sickels, MS, PHR
Responsibilities
Leads the development, implementation, and maintenance of Economic Development goals, policies, and strategies, tracking progress toward established priorities. Updates the economic development strategy in collaboration with key stakeholders
Serves as a liaison between the City and the private sector, supporting business retention, expansion, and attraction to promote business activity, and collaborates with regional cities
Implements programs to strengthen the City's economic base, analyzing data trends to inform initiatives. Advises leadership on policies affecting businesses and engages with government officials to drive policy changes
Prepares reports, delivers presentations, and facilitates discussions to align with the City’s economic development strategy and strategic plan. Manages contracts, business assistance programs, special projects, and grant coordination
Advocates for business interests in Federal and State legislation affecting the City
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, planning, economics, marketing, or a related field
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in the area of economic development, redevelopment, marketing, real estate or a closely related field
May require the possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record as conditions of initial and continued employment
Demonstrated strategic leadership in economic development, including experience creating and implementing recruitment, retention, and business growth strategies, as well as conducting proactive outreach to potential investors and developers
Strong communication skills with the ability to represent the City effectively in a variety of settings and to build and maintain partnerships with business leaders, community groups, government agencies, and the general public
Experience in real estate and economic analysis, including negotiating property leases and transactions, interpreting market trends, and performing feasibility and financial analyses
Proven ability in program development and project management, with the capacity to influence policy, support internal leadership, and advance economic goals through collaborative cross-departmental efforts
Benefits
Excellent benefits package
Company
City of Vacaville
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501-1000 employees
Funding
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