Economic Development Director

Economic Development Director

Team Gilbert is seeking an Economic Development Director to lead our Economic Development Department, which consists of 13 full‑time positions budgeted for fiscal year 2027. This team expertly implements targeted strategies to foster economic prosperity across business development
, redevelopment
, and tourism services.

Gilbert has partnered with the Duffy Group for this recruitment.

In order to apply for this position, please send a detailed resume and a cover letter to Nicole Gruenhaupt, Practice Leader at Duffy Group, at  You may also contact Nicole via phone at 602‑899‑9294.

Learn more about our ideal candidate, the position, and the Town of Gilbert by viewing our candidate brochure below, or clicking the following link: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./wrnbicx7ntqw
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Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed while participating in the application and interviewing process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480‑503‑6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.