NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Executive Director of the Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority (PURA)
Pueblo, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $190K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Executive Director for the Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority (PURA), responsible for leading urban revitalization efforts in Pueblo, Colorado. The role involves overseeing strategic initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and managing the operations of the authority to foster economic growth and community development.
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Responsibilities
Provide vision, leadership, and direction of PURA’s programs, projects, and policies
Develop and implement strategic plans for community revitalization, redevelopment, and economic growth
Work closely with the Board of Commissioners to set goals, establish priorities, and ensure alignment with community needs
Participate and foster cross-sector partnerships with governmental agencies, developers, nonprofits and community groups
Serve as Secretary to the Board and administer all projects, policies, and objectives of the Board, and ensure the efficient production and operation of the various PURA meetings including maintaining records, minutes, and reports
Provide the Board with data, recommendations, and analysis to support decision making
Coordinate with the Executive Committee and Board for annual performance reviews and strategic planning
Build and manage a high-performing staff to support the duties of the Executive Director, and oversee the PURA office, including all personnel, PURA obligations, and external consultants/contractors
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws or regulations that pertain to urban renewal authorities, public meetings, and Colorado Sunshine Laws
Maintain effective communication with the Board and all PURA partners
Oversee daily operations and business planning, assuring staff safety, facilities maintenance and security, human resource development/morale, and operational efficiency
Manage PURA’s budget, revenue streams, and financial obligations with transparency and accountability
Utilize funding mechanisms and incentives in accordance with PURA policies and procedures
Administer, facilitate, and manage development objectives within designated project areas
Strategically identify, develop and stimulate private sector real estate investment opportunities
Work collaboratively with public and private entities to achieve development goals
Identify and organize funding mechanisms to achieve development goals
Represent PURA’s best interests throughout any negotiation process
Represent PURA with the highest standards of professionalism and conduct when communicating with individuals at all levels
Attend community events, such as dinners and other social events as deemed beneficial
Represent PURA on community boards deemed beneficial to the organization with the direction and approval of the Board in its sole discretion
Partner with support entities such as municipal and other governmental agencies to achieve larger community objectives
Innovatively develop and implement best practices as discerned through observation
Participate as a value-adding professional of the Pueblo community team
Thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy, change-oriented environment
Perform other related duties and assignments as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required from an accredited institution with specialization in urban planning, public administration, finance, business administration, In lieu of these preferred majors, verifiable years of progressively responsible experience in urban renewal or a related field may be considered
A minimum of 5 years of experience in planning, community development or re-development with demonstrated ability to perform as outlined above
Two plus years of experience in effectively managing a diverse team
Demonstrated knowledge of tax increment financing, redevelopment law, land use, zoning, and municipal government processes
Demonstrated track record of leading complex redevelopment projects
Experience managing public meetings and compliance with Colorado Sunshine Laws
Experience with strategic initiative development and implementation, specifically with operating policies and procedures, and work process improvements
Preferred
Familiarity with GIS, data analysis tools, and Opportunity Zones preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package.
Company
NEOGOV
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