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Director – Human Services Agency
County of Ventura
Salary: $200,427.26 – $280,625.68 Annually * – Eligible for up to a 5% educational incentive
Deadline: All resumes will be reviewed weekly beginning February 12, 2025, to determine if the stated requirements are met.
The Successful Candidate
Enlists community interest in and support of Human Services Agency objectives to the public; represents the County’s interest before legislative bodies and committees on human services matters. This position is responsible for operation of an expanding, integrated social services delivery system, including responsibility for County public assistance and social services programs. This classification is exempt from Civil Service.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Extensive experience leading and administering a professional team in a large and complex organization.
- Analytical skills, experience with data-driven methodology and financial strategy to navigate complex, changing landscapes.
- Interpersonal and communication skills, including presenting information to executive leadership for decision-making.
- Leadership skills required to develop, coach, empower, motivate, and manage staff.
- Strong and enduring commitment to continuous improvement through business process re-engineering, implementation of new technology, organizational change management, and adherence to best practices.
Brochure: http://vcportal.ventura.org/HR/joblisting/20250122_HSA_Director.pdf
Apply – Submit an application at www.ventura.org/jobs, attach your resume & cover letter.
OR
Email documents to lorin.calderon@ventura.org
Date posted 1-28-25
Economic Development Analyst I/II
City of Elk Grove
Salary range – $75,544.00 – $111,871.00 annually
Application due date – February 9, 2025
The City of Elk Grove is currently accepting applications for
Economic Development Analyst I-II
$75,544.00 – $111,871.00 annually + excellent benefits
Increase expected July 2025
Economic Development Analyst I: $75,544.00 – $101,251.00 Annually
Economic Development Analyst II: $83,470.00 – $111,871.00 Annually
The City of Elk Grove Office of Economic Development (operating under the brand name “Invest Elk Grove”) is seeking a highly qualified economic development professional to join its team. The Office of Economic Development is responsible for planning and directing all aspects of the city’s economic development programs and activities. Our mission is to cultivate economic opportunity for businesses and residents through the implementation of projects and programs that sustain and grow the economy. This position will play a critical role in furthering that mission.
The ideal candidate will have a particular interest in local government who wants to make a difference in the Elk Grove community. While some local government professional experience is preferable, Economic Development experience is even better.
What you bring to this role:
You have a solid understanding of economic development and its real-world applications and believe that strong economies make strong communities. You believe that government should be practical, efficient, and innovative. You are passionate about Elk Grove and public service and believe that strong economies make strong communities. You are a solutions-oriented generalist who tackles any task, big or small, with a can-do attitude and an always improving mindset. You are thoughtful, articulate, professional, innovative, ethical, outgoing, and confident. You are an effective brand ambassador, storyteller, and supporter who is comfortable representing the City in public. You work well in a small, close-knit team environment but you aren’t afraid of taking center stage either. You are apolitical but politically astute. If this is you, consider joining one of the most innovative and forward-thinking economic development departments in California and start or accelerate your career with us.
The Department will be creating an eligibility list which will be used to fill one vacancy at either the Economic Development Analyst I or II level. Placement, both at level I or II and within the salary range, will be made dependent upon the qualifications of the candidate. A 9/80 work schedule and partial remote work is available. Submission of a resume and cover letter is optional but strongly encouraged.
Tentative Recruitment Timeline (subject to change)
Filing Deadline: February 9, 2025, by 11:59 PM
Oral Board Interviews: March 5, 2025 (Virtual)
Selection Interviews: March 10, 2025 (In Person)
For a complete job description, further details about the benefit package and to apply, please visit our website at http://apptrkr.com/5919144.
Date posted: 1-9-25
Executive Director of Economic Development and Redevelopment
City of Tulare
Salary range: 128,361.96 -156,024.84 (Annually)
Application due date: February 2, 2025
The City of Tulare is seeking a highly experienced professional with a broad background in economic development, city planning, and related functions, demonstrating a proven track record
of successfully managing multifaceted projects. This department head role oversees all activities of the City Manager’s Office related to Economic Development and Redevelopment, including short- and long-term planning.
The position supports the City Manager in administrative, coordinative, analytical, and liaison functions, and is supported by a Senior Management Analyst. Success in this role requires knowledge of public policy, municipal operations, and the role of the City Council, along with the ability to develop and implement projects, coordinate across departments, and achieve operational goals in line with City.
Download brochure:http://www.tulare.ca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/22569/638717724715363480
To apply, visit: http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/tulareca/jobs/4774426/executive-director-of-economic-development-and-redevelopment?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Date posted: 1-8-25
NEW Economic Development Division Manager
City of Moreno Valley
Salary range: $111,758.40 – $157,372.80
Application due date: 1/31/2025
Join the City of Moreno Valley as the Economic Development Division Manager!
First review of applications: January 16, 2025
POSITION Under the Economic Development & Housing Director, you will manage economic development projects, monitor contracts, provide administrative support, plan business attraction and retention activities, market the City, coordinate with departments and agencies, supervise Economic Development staff, and oversee administrative functions.
IDEAL CANDIDATE We seek an innovative leader with experience in public economic development, industrial financing, business marketing, public administration, real estate laws, bonds, and grant administration. Proven experience in staff development, customer service, strategic leadership, and managing complex issues is essential.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, marketing, economics, or related field, or equivalent work experience. Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum five (5) years of related work experience.
- At least four (4) years of supervisory experience.
Apply here if you are a visionary leader passionate about economic development!
Date posted: 1-15-25
Director of Economic & Community Development
City of Palmdale
Salary Range: $15,839 – $20,219 monthly
Filing Deadline: January 31, 2025
The Director of Economic and Community Development will play a strategic role in executive-level management. This position allows you to plan, direct, coordinate and oversee the implementation of economic development initiatives that will shape the future of our City.
In this role, you will have the ultimate responsibility for overseeing all functions and activities in managing the Economic and Community Development department, including planning, building safety, economic development and private development. You will also be responsible for administering the City’s General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Specific Plans, land use entitlements and development proposals — encompassing both advanced and current planning proposals, grading, building plan checks, permit issuance, development proposals, land surveying, construction, business licensing and planning.
With a strong professional background in collaborating with other City departments, public agencies, local businesses and residents, this role provides an opportunity for a front-row seat in our mission to launch Palmdale forward.
For more details about this opportunity, please visit the job brochure at: http://koffassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2024.12.10-Director-of-Econ-Dev-Updated-Brochure-Final-02a.pdf.
To be considered, please submit a resume, cover letter, and five work-related references (who will not be contacted in the early stages of the recruitment) to: KoffAssociates.com/Palmdale-Community-Econ-Dev-Dir/. Resumes should reflect years and months of positions held, as well as size of past organization(s).
Date posted:12-20-24
Economic Development Manager
City of Fairfield
Salary: $136,593.60 – $166,025.60 Annually
Open and continuous recruitment and may close at any time, without notice. In-person panel interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of January 20, 2025
Under general direction from the Director of Community and Economic Development, the Economic Development Manager will develop, oversee, coordinate, and/or implement a broad-based economic development strategy including but not limited to marketing, recruitment, retention, and public information elements correlated to the City’s economic development goals; serve as liaison between the City and stakeholders in the economic development ecosystem; provide assistance to high priority private development projects; represent the City with professionalism and enthusiasm; provide professional support and act as a thought partner to the Director of Community and Economic Development and City staff. This position assumes management and supervisory duties for Economic Development staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Four (4) years of increasingly responsible experience in the area of economic development, redevelopment, marketing, real estate or a closely related field, including at least 1 year of supervisory experience is required. Completion of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public or business administration, planning, economics, marketing, or a related field is required.
For a complete job description and how to apply, click here.
Date posted: 12-17-24
NEW Director, Business Development
Greater Sacramento Economic Council
Salary range: $120,000-$160,000 per year, dependent on experience
Open until filled
The Greater Sacramento Economic Council (GSEC) represents the vibrant six-county Greater Sacramento region, dedicated to catalyzing growth, prosperity and equity through strategic economic initiatives. Recognized as the #3 economic development organization in the world and as a leader in fostering innovation, investment and job creation, our organization serves as a key driver in positioning Greater Sacramento as a globally competitive market.
We are seeking a visionary Director of Business Development to join our dynamic team. This critical leadership role will be responsible for driving the region’s business development strategy, cultivating relationships with prospective companies and fostering partnerships to advance the economic goals of the region. Reporting to the Executive Vice President, the Director will oversee a team of skilled professionals and play a pivotal role in delivering on our mission to attract, retain and grow businesses that strengthen the economic fabric of Greater Sacramento.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned economic development professional with a proven track record of success in business attraction, expansion and retention. They are the consummate team player demonstrating exceptional leadership skills, a strategic mindset and the ability to inspire a team toward achieving ambitious goals. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential, along with the tactical intuition to quickly leverage regional and global market trends to build and manage a strong business development pipeline.
For a complete job description, click here. Qualified candidates should respond by filling out the application form.
Date posted: 1-15-25
NEW Economic Development Director (New!)
Economic Development Manager
City of Beaumont
Salary Range (Director): $162,780 – $208,374 Annually DOQ, and an attractive benefits package; Salary Range (Manager): $109,657 – $140,358 Annually DOQ, and an attractive benefits package.
Open until filled
The City of Beaumont has two opportunities to join their dynamic team within a growing community that you won’t want to miss! Take the next step in elevating your career and expanding upon your potential!
The City of Beaumont recently created a NEW Economic Development Director position which will assume the executive leadership role of the Economic Development Department. The Economic Development Director and Economic Development Manager, working collaboratively, will play a crucial role in planning, organizing, managing, and coordinating the City’s Economic Development Program. This includes activities such as business retention, expansion, attraction, and incentive programs to facilitate growth, attract jobs, and generate new sources of revenue for the City.
Hiring Incentive: The City is offering a hiring incentive equal to $10,000, with $2,500 being awarded upon hire, $5,000 upon passing probation (one year), and the remaining $2,500 at the completion of three years of service.
For more information and to apply, visit www.HRDPM.com. See “Open Recruitments” tab, and submit a resume, cover letter, and list of six (6) professional references. All required documents must be uploaded through the website in PDF format. Early submittal is highly encouraged.
Date posted: 1-15-25
Community and Economic Development Director
City of Soledad
Salary Range: $146,475 – $186,596/Annually
Application Due Date: Open Until Filled
Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, manages, and provides administrative direction and oversight for all functions and activities of the Community Development Department, including current planning, advanced planning, zoning, building and code enforcement and environmental impact studies; coordinates assigned activities with other City departments, officials, outside agencies, and the public; fosters cooperative working relationships among City departments and with intergovernmental and regulatory agencies and various public and private groups; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to City management staff in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.
Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in urban planning, community development, economic development, business or public administration, or a related field, and five (5) years of responsible professional urban planning or economic development experience with considerable supervisory or administrative experience. Possession of a Master’s Degree is highly desirable.
A complete job description may be downloaded here.
To apply, go to
http://www.cityofsoledad.com/jobs/community-and-economic-development-director-3/
Date posted: 1-7-25