Deputy Director of Neighborhood Revitalization

Deputy Director Of Neighborhood Revitalization

The City of Cleveland, Department of Economic Development is seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to fill the role of Deputy Director of Neighborhood Revitalization
. This pivotal position will oversee a team of five or more Neighborhood Investment Managers responsible for their own dedicated wards and will play a crucial role in promoting equitable growth and revitalization in Cleveland Neighborhoods. The Deputy Director will also be the point of contact for all economic development projects and small businesses looking to locate and grow in the Downtown region of the City.

They will work collaboratively with local stakeholders, government officials, and community leaders to facilitate access to city resources for neighborhood businesses and developers.

Examples of Duties

Under administrative direction, the Deputy Director is responsible for planning, managing, developing work rules, training, coordinating, and administering all activities and personnel of staff positions such as administration, citizen participation, research, finance, and other assigned functions in the performance of necessary duties.

This position reports to the Assistant Director of Economic Development and works in partnership with corresponding Neighborhood Planners in the City Planning Commission along with other city departments. The Senior Investment Manager evaluates businesses and projects for financial incentives for all economic development activity in Downtown, Cleveland. Markets the City’s Economic Development programs, prepares market studies, data analysis, and maps. Collects and analyzes financial and related data to determine general creditworthiness.

Structures loan and incentive terms and conditions that meet the client’s needs and the City’s lending guidelines. Recommends approval or declination of loans and incentives within established Department policies and informs clients of decision. The Deputy Director will also represent the Department of Economic Development in public meetings and presentations. Performs other job‑related duties as required.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Studies, Economic Development, Business Administration, Public Administration, Marketing, Communications, Political Science or closely related field required. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of full-time paid experience in Economic Development, Banking, Finance, Real Estate Development, or closely related field is required.
• Understanding of contemporary social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion challenges.
• Strong analytical, organizational, customer service, oral and written communication skills required.
• Demonstrated effectiveness at building and maintaining interpersonal relationships.
• Commitment to public and customer service.
• Commitment to innovation and possesses an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Dedicated to maintaining high ethical standards.
• Must understand climate change and integrate environmental and climate justice into strategic planning, approach, and implementation.

• Supervise and mentor a team of Neighborhood Investment Managers, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for economic development projects within the Downtown region of Cleveland for all developers.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to promote economic development and revitalization within assigned neighborhood districts.
• Review incentive applications and prepare presentations for loan and grant review committees.
• Prepare legislation and work with the Law Department to prepare and execute contracts.
• Provide site‑related acquisition, development and rehabilitation technical assistance for larger‑scale development and redevelopment opportunities within the City that help spur employment, increase tax revenues and property values.
• Secure commitments from State, Federal, and other funding sources to provide services and financial assistance to program participants and City of Cleveland businesses.
• Serve as single point of contact within assigned…