Economic Development Program Manager

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Economic Development Program Manager

Company Name City of Tualatin
Location Tualatin, Oregon , Oregon
Date Posted October 22, 2012
Category Default
Job Type Full-Time

Description

The City of Tualatin, Oregon is a dynamic and vibrant community 12 miles south of Portland and 30 miles north of Salem and ideally situated on major highways and Interstate 5. The Economic Development Program Manager develops, implements, and manages the City’s economic development and business assistance program. This position maintains close relationships with business, property owners, commercial real estate professionals, developers and other governmental agencies/partners to support existing businesses and promote investment and development within the City.

We seek a candidate that has an established and respected reputation in the field of economic development. The ideal candidate is a natural relationship builder that successfully develops collaborative partnerships. The Program Manager is a clear thinker that demonstrates competencies in business development and marketing and promoting the community’s vision.

This position will raise the city’s economic development profile and focus on retaining existing businesses and bringing industrial and retail business to Tualatin. The new Program Manager will ensure a general ease of doing business with the City by identifying process and operational improvements and provide exceptional customer service.

Qualifications needed: 5 years of professional experience in local or regional economic development, planning, commercial real estate, community development, marketing, business development and leading economic development projects. A Bachelors degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience is desired.

The City of Tualatin is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible and no later than November 16, 2012. Please email resume and cover letter to Heather Gantz at portland@waldronhr.com. Call 503-620-1106 if you have any questions. For the full position profile visit:
http://www.waldronhr.com/images/stories/Position_Specifications/tualatin_edpm.pdf

Salary: $72,946 - $92,414 + Excellent Benefits


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