Business Development Manager

The City of Beaverton's Economic Development Division is hiring a Business Development Manager to lead relationship building with employers, support business retention and expansion, recruit new companies to Beaverton, and deliver projects and programs that strengthen the community’s long term economic vitality. The ideal candidate has meaningful private sector experience and an appreciation for the role of government in shaping a thriving business environment.

Prior experience in the public sector is not required.

• Meet with business owners and representatives to build constructive relationships and assist with business needs and concerns.
• Help businesses to establish, expand, and/or retain their operations in the City.
• Work collaboratively with a broad range of partners, including industry groups, community groups, and service organizations.
• Serve as the city’s ombudsman, helping businesses navigate public sector regulations and programs.
• Assist in developing and implementing new economic development programs and initiatives.
• Assess market opportunities and craft targeted marketing insights that help position Beaverton competitively.
• Engage other city departments and leadership on business and economic trends and conditions, and represent the business perspective in city government conversations.
• Additional duties are outlined in the Business Development Liaison class specification.

• Strong networking and relationship-building skills across multiple industries and community-based organizations.
• An understanding of business practices and ability to diagnose a broad range of needs and challenges.
• Effective communication skills, from persuasive presentations to marketing and branding.
• Strategic thinking across engagement, project development, and implementation.
• A customer service orientation.
• Project management skills, with a passion for implementation and results.
• A knack for solving complex problems in dynamic environments.
• A commitment to community engagement and fostering an inclusive environment.

• Innovative projects with real impact:
  From placemaking to commercial development, you’ll develop and implement initiatives that shape Beaverton’s economic future.
• Diverse responsibilities:
  No two days look the same. You’ll onboard new business in the Enterprise Zone Program, collaborate with the Chamber of Commerce, respond to recruitment leads from partners, or dive into workforce development.
• Dynamic and collaborative environment:
  We’re a small team, and your perspective matters here. You’ll work closely with internal teams on land use and planning, and external partners at industry events.
• Diverse community:
  Beaverton is the sixth-largest city in Oregon, with a culturally diverse community with an equally diverse ecosystem of large and small businesses. It’s a great opportunity to grow your career.

This is a full-time, exempt, Management 2 (M2) position. The classification is Business Development Liaison. There is one vacancy.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, finance, or a related field; and
• Five years of experience in business management, community development, or real estate, including
  • Experience working in the private sector for a traded-sector business, and
  • Responsibility for business profit and loss metrics; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience enabling the incumbent to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet the city’s driving standards.
• Ability to pass reference checks and education verification, and satisfy the requirements of a background check

• Purpose-driven:
  Use your skills in business…