Economic Development & Human Services Coordinator

Economic Development & Human Services Coordinator

Nestled in the scenic foothills of the Cascade Mountains, the City of Snoqualmie is a vibrant and growing community known for its exceptional quality of life, strong sense of community, and stunning natural surroundings. The City is perhaps best known for the iconic Snoqualmie Falls, which attracts visitors from around the world and serves as a centerpiece of the region's natural beauty.

Snoqualmie blends small-town charm with forward-thinking development, offering a balance of residential neighborhoods, thriving local businesses, and outdoor recreation opportunities. With continued growth and development, the City is committed to thoughtful planning, economic vitality, environmental stewardship, and maintaining the character that makes Snoqualmie unique. City leadership is dedicated to providing high-quality public services, fostering community engagement, and building strong partnerships across the region.

The City of Snoqualmie strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state and local laws.

We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our City operations.

The Economic Development & Human Services Coordinator supports the City's efforts to strengthen Snoqualmie's long-term economic vitality, support local businesses, enhance tourism and destination development, and coordinate partnerships that contribute to a resilient and connected community. Working collaboratively with businesses, property owners, nonprofit organizations, regional partners, tourism organizations, educational institutions, and human services providers, the position advances initiatives that support economic opportunity, downtown and commercial district vitality, workforce participation, tourism, and overall quality of life.

The coordinator serves as a key liaison between the City and external partners on economic development, tourism, grant development, and human services coordination matters.

Responsibilities include supporting business retention and attraction efforts, coordinating tourism and lodging tax initiatives, identifying strategic partnership opportunities, pursuing grant funding, helping align regional human services resources with community needs, and coordinating grant applications and funding opportunities that support economic development, tourism, downtown vitality, infrastructure partnerships, workforce development, recreation, and community well-being initiatives within Snoqualmie and the Upper Snoqualmie Valley region.

This role emphasizes relationship-building, cross-sector collaboration, practical problem solving, and long-range community vitality strategies in a small-city environment. The position also works collaboratively with the City's Community Engagement Coordinator and other departments to support coordinated communication and outreach related to economic development initiatives, tourism programs, partnerships, and community resource efforts.

Why You'll Love this Role

• Make a visible local impact:
  Help shape initiatives that strengthen local businesses, improve economic resilience, and support the long-term vitality of the community.
• Work on meaningful regional initiatives:
  Collaborate with businesses, nonprofit organizations, regional agencies, and neighboring jurisdictions on projects that benefit Snoqualmie and the Upper Snoqualmie Valley.
• Variety in your day-to-day work:
  From supporting business development and tourism initiatives to coordinating grants and regional partnerships, no two days are the same.
• Help secure funding for community priorities:
  Play a leading role in identifying and pursuing grants that support economic development, tourism, infrastructure, workforce development, and…