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NEOGOV · 1 week ago

Economic Development Manager, (A267510-1), 210, Administration

Laredo, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$62K/yr - $77K/yr

3+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking an Economic Development Manager to manage and administer economic development programs that promote investment, job creation, and business expansion within the City of Laredo. The role involves overseeing state and federal incentive programs, grant development, and presenting economic initiatives to City leadership.

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Responsibilities

Oversees and evaluates state and federal programs supporting small business development, workforce expansion, and job creation

Ensures alignment with City strategic objectives, develops program improvements, and coordinates with internal and external partners to optimize program deliverables

Prepares and evaluates contracts, incentive agreements, MOUs, professional service agreements, and other legally binding documents for accuracy and compliance prior to legal review

Ensures contract terms reflects City objectives and regulatory requirements

Identifies grant opportunities, performs research, drafts grant applications, and manages grant reporting for economic development projects

Coordinates with City departments and external entities to ensure grant requirements and timelines are met

Develops agenda items, supporting documents, and presentations for economic development programs, incentive agreements, and funding requests

Provides recommendations and presents program impacts to City Council, leadership, and stakeholder groups

Oversees daily operations including payroll, procurement, customer service, and staff guidance

Ensures continuity of departmental activities and supports team performance and workflow alignment

Monitors compliance with active tax incentive agreements, consulting contracts, and professional services

Prepares compliance reports for the Texas Comptroller's Office and communicates with participating entities to ensure all requirements are met

Participates in special projects, assists with business recruitment and retention, conducts research, and supports strategic planning initiatives to enhance economic growth and public-private partnerships

Will be required to drive a City vehicle for city business use

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Economic developmentGrants managementProject managementPublic speakingContract managementGrant writingData analysisLegal document draftingBilingual (English/Spanish)Communication skillsTeam collaborationOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Urban Planning, or related field

At least three (3) years of experience in economic development, grants management, business development, public administration, project management, or a related field with at least two (2) years of supervisory experience

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment