Affion Public · 2 weeks ago
Executive Director - Prosper Economic Development Corporation (PEDC)
Prosper, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$170K/yr - $220K/yr
10+ years expAffion Public is seeking an Executive Director for the Prosper Economic Development Corporation (PEDC), which plays a vital role in shaping Prosper's economic future. The Executive Director will lead the economic development strategy, focusing on business recruitment and community development while collaborating with various stakeholders and overseeing PEDC operations.
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Responsibilities
Lead and execute Prosper’s business recruitment strategy as the PEDC’s top priority, including proactive outreach, prospect development, site visits, negotiations, and securing new business commitments that generate jobs, capital investment, and long-term tax base growth
Champion the development of a vibrant and active downtown destination by recruiting a balanced mix of unique local businesses and proven traffic-driving concepts, supporting placemaking efforts, and advancing downtown occupancy and vitality goals
Provide strategic leadership for all Prosper Economic Development Corporation programs, initiatives, and operations in alignment with the PEDC Board, Town Council, and Town Manager
Serve as the primary advisor to elected and appointed officials on economic development strategy, trends, incentive analysis, recruitment performance, and policy implications
Develop, track, and report on key performance outcomes, including new business recruitment activity, capital investment, job creation, and downtown occupancy, to ensure accountability and transparency
Oversee PEDC staff, consultants, and contractors, fostering a high-performing, accountable, and mission-driven team
Prepare, administer, and manage the PEDC budget and ensure responsible stewardship of sales tax and related revenues
Develop and implement marketing, branding, and outreach efforts to promote Prosper’s economic strengths and public image
Build and maintain strong partnerships with the Town of Prosper, Prosper ISD, Chamber of Commerce, developers, brokers, regional agencies, and the business community
Analyze and communicate demographic, economic, and development data to support strategic decision-making and community planning
Represent Prosper at local, regional, and national meetings, professional organizations, and economic development forums
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in Economic Development, Urban Planning, Public Administration, Community-Based Marketing/Development, or a related field
A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in economic development, including at least four (4) years in an administrative or supervisory role
Completion of the Basic Economic Development Course (BEDC)
Completion of the Economic Development Institute (EDI)
Possess a valid Texas driver's license (or the ability to obtain one if out of state, upon hire)
Successfully pass a motor vehicle record check and pre-employment drug screening
Be bondable
Preferred
A master's degree in a related discipline
Certification as a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), as designated by the International Economic Development Council or the Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC)
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Relocation assistance will be provided for the successful candidate, if needed.
Company
Affion Public
Affion public is an executive search services firm.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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