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Arizona Association for Economic Development · 4 hours ago

Economic Development Project Manager

Tucson, AZ

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The Arizona Association for Economic Development is seeking an Economic Development Project Manager to lead innovative projects in Mesa, Arizona. This role involves managing economic development activities that support commercial growth and workforce development while working closely with community stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Plan, organize, monitor, manage, and evaluate economic development project activities

Coordinate, direct, and implement programs and projects that support commercial, office, and industrial development

Business development

Workforce development

The attraction of and assistance to domestic and international businesses

Development of public facilities and infrastructure

Small business development initiatives

Other economic development, redevelopment, or capital improvement programs or projects

Functionally supervise Economic Development Specialist(s) and/or office support staff

Qualification

Economic DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateProject ManagementWorkforce DevelopmentPublic AdministrationUrban PlanningBusiness AssistanceGrant WritingAnalytical JudgmentSecond LanguageProfessional MembershipCertification (CEcD)LeadershipCommunication SkillsTeam ManagementNegotiation Skills

Required

Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Economic Development, Public or Business Administration, Commercial Real Estate, Urban Planning, Marketing, or a related field

Extensive (5+ years) progressively responsible work experience at a level that required supervision or management of projects and programs in economic development, redevelopment, marketing, commercial real estate development, business assistance, public facility, infrastructure development, or workforce development

Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date

Preferred

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Public or Business Administration, Economic Development, Commercial Real Estate, Planning, or a related field

Membership in related professional organizations

The ability to speak a second language

Designation as a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) or current certification in a related field

Experience working in a downtown setting with multiple stakeholders, including business improvement districts, enhanced municipal services districts, and/or convention and visitor bureaus

Contract negotiation and management

Grant writing

Benefits

A 4-day work week (yes, really!)

Leadership that supports your professional growth – whether you’re pursuing certifications, becoming a subject matter expert, or stepping into leadership