Economic Development Manager

Job overview

The Economic Development Manager role is onsite and full-time in Saint Louis, MO. Compensation is not specified. The manager leads city economic development programs and supports the Loop Special Business District and Economic Development Retail Sales Tax Board as needed.

What you'll do

• Create and administer economic development programs
• review program applications
• attract and retain businesses
• implement the city’s economic development strategy and business retention and expansion program
• maintain relationships with businesses and development partners
• coordinate projects and marketing
• provide business information
• update community demographic information
• and support boards and commissions. Occasional evening or weekend meetings are part of the role.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

economic development manager

full-time

onsite

saint louis mo

city of university city

business retention

business recruitment

economic development programs

community outreach

board support

evening or weekend meetings

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting seeks a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, urban planning, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred. Related experience and supervisory experience are also sought.

About the employer

City of University City is hiring for this role. Industry: Executive Offices. Sector: 92.