Economic Development Director
Job in
Brea, Orange County, California, 92631, USA
Listed on 2026-06-24
Listing for:
Confidential
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-24
Job specializations:
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Business
Corporate Strategy, Business Analyst, Business Continuity, Business Administration -
Management
Corporate Strategy, Business Analyst, Business Continuity, Business Administration
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Director of Economic Development Services provides strategic leadership for Economic Development practice, partnering with public agency clients to advance economic vitality, community investment, business attraction and retention, workforce development, and long-term economic resilience. This role serves as a trusted advisor to municipal leaders, oversees client engagements, drives business growth, develops innovative service offerings, and leads a team of economic development professionals.
StrategicLeadership
- Develop and execute the strategic vision and long-term growth plan for Economic Development Services practice.
- Partner with executive leadership to identify opportunities for service expansion, innovation, and market growth.
- Establish annual departmental goals, KPIs, and operational objectives aligned with organizational priorities.
- Serve as a trusted advisor and primary relationship manager for municipal and public agency clients.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with city managers, elected officials, and community stakeholders.
- Lead client presentations, strategic planning sessions, workshops, and public meetings.
- Support business development initiatives through proposal development, client presentations, and strategic networking.
- Identify opportunities to expand services within existing client accounts and develop new client relationships.
- Partner with Sales and Executive Leadership to pursue growth opportunities and achieve revenue objectives.
- Represent as a subject matter expert at industry conferences and public forums.
- Develop articles, presentations, and thought leadership content.
- Leverage data analytics and AI-enabled tools to improve client outcomes and operational efficiency.
- 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in economic development, public sector consulting, municipal government, community development, urban planning, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience managing teams, budgets, projects, and client relationships.
- Demonstrated success in business development, client management, and organizational growth.
- Certified Economic Developer (CEcD)
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
- Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP)
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