JOB DESCRIPTION

Play a key role in shaping Arvada's economic future. The City of Arvada is seeking an experienced Economic Development Manager to lead business attraction and retention efforts, strengthen partnerships, and support a thriving local economy.

In this high-impact role, you'll drive strategic initiatives and serve as Executive Director to the Arvada Economic Development Association (AEDA) Board. If you're a collaborative leader with strong business acumen and a passion for community-focused economic development, we invite you to apply.

See Full Job Description on our website: www.arvadaco.gov

Essential Job Functions

• Develops and implements strategies to attract and retain businesses to the City of Arvada.
• Develops innovative marketing strategies, products, programs, and services for retail, industrial, office and R&D growth and development.
• Conducts retention visits, resolves business issues, and responds to needs & concerns.
• Builds relationships with existing businesses to stay connected.
• Oversees existing events and recommends new events or programs that promote Arvada's pro-business environment within AEDA's budget constraints; including the the annual business appreciation event.
• Works with real estate professionals to attract businesses to the community through strong partnerships.
• Creates alliances to further Arvada's desire for targeted retail, office and industrial users.
• Verifies and recommends appropriate zoned sites for desirable users.
• Serves as the Executive Director to the AEDA Board.
• Negotiates and proposes business incentives for AEDA Board of Directors consideration using judgment regarding appropriate application of existing programs.
• Responsible for maintaining databases of available properties.
• Represents AEDA at various local, state, and national organizations with authorization to make commitments within budget constraints.
• Responsible for AEDA financial records. Prepares financial reports recording outstanding loans and investments.
• Identifies innovative opportunities and initiates subsequent action that further AEDA's goals and mission.
• Represents AEDA on various external boards, specialized committees, and other economic development related meetings.
• Travels to and attends team and organizational meetings, training, events and activities and appropriately and professionally represents the department.

License & Certification

• Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification.
• A valid Colorado driver's license and acceptable driving record is required.

Work Experience Related

• Five (5) years of experience managing projects through the full lifecycle (initiation through completion), or in economic development, government, or planning.
• Two (2) or more years of supervisory or leadership experience, or equivalent training.

BENEFITS

Refer to our website for the full benefits summary: Total Rewards Package