Administrator Local Business Development

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

$108,225 - $145,001

This is a hybrid position

Are you an experienced leader passionate about strengthening local businesses and creating thriving communities? Be part of a supportive, collaborative high achieving team that makes a real impact in public service. Join Oakland County as the Administrator of Local Business Development and lead initiatives that support downtown revitalization, community redevelopment, and small business growth.

• Lead the Local Business Development Unit, inspire and supervise staff in developing and implementing programs and initiatives that support local economic development cities, villages and townships in Oakland County
• Assess business community needs and economic conditions to develop, coordinate, and implement redevelopment strategies for downtowns, and commercial areas of urban, suburban, and rural communities throughout the County
• Oversee Main Street Oakland County’s downtown revitalization programs, redevelopment plans, historic preservation initiatives, and local heritage tourism programs and services
• Direct small business programs and services, including business recruitment, retention, and training
• Prepare and administer the budget to support strategic plan and program priorities
• Serve as the County’s liaison to regional, state, and national downtown revitalization and economic development agencies and organizations
• Monitor state and federal legislation affecting local economic development and advise County administration on potential impacts and opportunities
• Review, prepare, and present recommendations to the Board of Commissioners, County Executive, and other public officials
• Use County and department software to manage information and complete assignments

• Shape initiatives that strengthen local economies and help Oakland County communities thrive
• Support entrepreneurs and small businesses while helping downtowns grow and retain their unique character
• Connect economic development with historic preservation, heritage tourism, and neighborhood revitalization
• Build partnerships with nonprofits, community leaders, public officials, and economic development organizations
• Apply your leadership and strategic planning skills to meaningful public service with a visible community impact
• Support staff development through mentorship, coaching, and opportunities that promote professional growth

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Urban Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Historic Preservation, Community Development, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics or a related field.
• Have at least seven (7) years of full-time, progressively responsible work experience in city, county or regional planning, private consulting planning, downtown development, real estate development, economic development or other closely related professional experience.
• Possess a professional license, registration or certification from a recognized licensing agency in downtown management, historic preservation planning, architectural history, architecture, planning, economic development, real estate broker/salesperson, or closely related profession.
• Possess a valid motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license.

NOTE:

A Master's Degree in one of the fields listed above may be substituted…