Community Development Specialist

Job Category: Community Development - Economic Development

Requisition Number: COMMU
002172

Posted:
February 25, 2026

Full-Time

City Center
8080 Mitchell Road
Eden Prairie, MN 55344, USA

Final date to receive applications:
March 16, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (central time)

Final Interviews:
Week of March 30, 2026

Pre-Employment Process:
Beginning of April 2026

Expected

Start Date:

April 2026

Details:

• Full-Time, Non-Exempt
• Benefits Eligible Date of Hire
• Reports to Community Development Director
• Located at Eden Prairie City Center (8080 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344)
• Typical hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Hours may vary based on business need.

Responsibilities

The Community Development Specialist supports the Community Development Department by assisting with the development, implementation and project management of Community Development plans, programs, and services for businesses. The primary position responsibilities and areas of impact are:

• Supports the Community Development Department by assisting with managing projects relating to economic development, redevelopment, transportation, land use studies, housing and community services, programs, and general projects through researching, analyzing data and gathering information on redevelopment areas and economic development initiatives.
• Prepares, writes, and administers grant programs. Assists in monitoring business activity, programs, and policies to ensure the long-term financial health of the city. Reviews reports, analyzes, and studies the impact and the economic vitality of the city. May review plans for development, economic development, and redevelopment projects.
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships with key partners in the community. Assists in organizing and facilitating regular meetings with City and business leaders.
• Assists in the review and coordination to ensure Tax Increment Finance (TIF) compliance by communicating requirements, tracking, following up on supporting documentation, and being a resource expert.
• Responds to citizen inquiries concerning local economic development activities and opportunities related to business development, transit, and redevelopment. Responds to public, developer, and government agency questions related to redevelopment, and economic development projects, programs and policies.

While these areas are the primary focus of this position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum of one year of related experience or professional level internship experience is required.
• Project management experience is preferred.
• Experience using computer technology including Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets is required.
• Physical effort is light for the majority of work with lifting or carrying limited to 25 pounds intermittently. Customer service is a part of this position. Work is split between a normal office environment and business visits. Driving is required to attend meetings.
• Candidates must successfully complete and pass the City’s evaluation of the pre-employment process prior to their first day of employment. Pre-employment processes for this position include professional reference checks, background check, driver’s license check (must have a valid driver's license and excellent driving record), work history verification and education verification.

Skills

• Accountability:
  Follows through on commitments. Focuses on appropriate tasks throughout the shift. Is prepared and punctual to all scheduled shifts. Actions and words are in sync. Follows all policies and procedures. Takes responsibility for actions. Shares the right information. Maintains confidentiality.
• Attention to Detail:
  Produces work that includes minimal errors. Spends the necessary time to review work. Ensures high quality and best product is delivered.
• Organization:
  Able to keep activities, responsibilities, and tasks moving along to achieve results in a timely manner. Keeps things neat and orderly. Utilizes tools for efficiency. Plans ahead according to the task/project/work deadlines.
• Pla…