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Executive Director, East Bay Economic Development Alliance

The East Bay Economic Development Alliance (East Bay EDA) is a public/private partnership serving the San Francisco East Bay (Alameda and Contra Costa Counties) whose mission is to establish the East Bay as a world-recognized location to grow businesses, attract capital and create quality jobs.

The Executive Director is responsible for working with the Chair, Officers, Executive Committee and Board of Directors of the East Bay Economic Development Alliance in meeting the established strategic plan objectives related to the improvement and security of the economic health of Alameda County, Contra Costa County and member agencies. The Executive Director manages the development of the East Bay EDA’s strategic plan and annual work plan and monitors goal achievement through planning, coordinating and administering program activities and special initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have an established track record for leading industrial growth through expansion and retention of existing industrial bases, and attracting new industries and business as well as development of programs and resources to encourage business development.

Please visit our website for the brochure, supplemental questionnaire and job description, www.acgov.org/hrs.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit a resume and supplemental questionnaire to jennifer.brizel@acgov.org. The final filing deadline is March 31, 2010. Resumes and supplemental questionnaires will be screened according to the qualifications outlined in the Ideal Candidate section of the brochure. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the selection process. For more information regarding this position please contact Jennifer Brizel, Principal Human Resources Analyst at (510) 272-6472.

The salary range for the Executive Director, East Bay Economic Development Alliance is from $117,187-$164,860 annually. The County also offers an attractive management benefits program with the following elements: Retirement Plan covered by the 1937 Act; Management Benefits Cafeteria Plan; Health and Dental Insurance; Life/Accident Insurance, Paid Vacation & Sick Leave, Management Leave (9 days), Holidays (11 paid holidays; 4 floating holidays); Dependent Care Salary Contribution Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan.

East Bay Economic Development Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer

DEAN, SCHOOL OF CONTINUING EDUCATION, ECONOMIC AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Name of Organization: Southwestern College
$9,471.00-$11,651.00 plus $2,000.00 annual stipend for earned Doctorate Degree. Excellent benefits
This position is open until filled thereafter.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Master's Degree in any academic area OR equivalent OR possession of a valid California Community College Supervisor Credential; minimum of one year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's administrative assignment.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Strong verbal communication and writing skills. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse team members and coordinate multiple activities and tasks. Related experience with continuing education, workforce and economic development program administration at the community college level in California with a strong emphasis in developing curriculum and career and technical training programs. A minimum of three years previous full-time community college professional experience involving teaching, counseling, or administration is preferred.

Position open until filled, for more information and to apply visit http://www.swccd.edu/

INTERVIEW TRAVEL COSTS MUST BE BORNE BY THE APPLICANT.

Economic Development Manager
Name of organization: City of Fremont
Salary range: $95,981 - $129,580
Deadline: March 5, 2010

Application due date: First review of applications is 5:00 p.m., March 5, 2010. This position is open until filled thereafter.

Job description: The Economic Development Manager will serve in a dynamic Economic Development department, whose current strategic focus includes business retention and assistance programs, as well as attracting retail business, restaurants, and high- tech, clean-tech and life science companies. The Economic Development Manager will help create the policy and programmatic framework for the City's economic development strategy, and assist in the implementation of the city's business attraction, retention, and expansion efforts. This position will also serve as liaison between property owners, businesses, City officials, and others regarding exciting development projects and programs.

Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge and skills necessary for satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be a Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Economics, Business Administration or a related field and three to five years progressively responsible professional level experience in economic or community development, research, business administration or closely related field; a Master's Degree in one of the fields listed above may be substituted for one (1) year's experience.

Contact information: (510) 494-4660
Website for more info: http://www.fremont.gov/employment

Executive Director
Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Coproration
Salary: Competitive, DOQ.
Deadline: March 1, 2010

The Santa Clarita Valley Economic Development Corporation (SCVEDC), a newly formed 501(c)(3) public-private organization, is seeking a dynamic, experienced individual to serve as its first Executive Director. The SCVEDC is dedicated to promoting job creation and bolstering the overall economic vitality of the region by encouraging business and industry to relocate to, remain in, and develop within the Santa Clarita Valley.

The Executive Director will report to the corporation Board of Directors and will oversee the successful launch of the organization and manage the day-to-day operations of the corporation. He/she will be responsible for marketing, promoting and facilitating regional business retention, expansion, and attraction efforts. Duties will include planning, coordinating, implementing, and analyzing regional economic development projects, developing business work plans and budgets, overseeing capital funding campaigns, administering grants and contracts, and hiring and supervising administrative staff. The SCVEDC anticipates having a staff of three and serves an area with a population of approximately 270,000. This Executive Director position will be on negotiable individual contract. The total annual compensation is competitive, DOQ.

To Apply: Submit a cover letter describing your qualifications for the position, a current resume with salary history/requirements, and responses to the attached Supplemental Questionnaire to resume@scvedc.net. Position is open until filled; first review will be March 1, 2010. Please visit scvedc.net for additional information.

City of Brentwood, CA
Economic Development / Planning Manager
Annual salary range $106,666 - $129,651 DOQ plus attractive benefit package - Application
Deadline: February 5, 2010.

This is a newly created position consolidating responsibilities for oversight of the Economic Development and Planning Divisions within the Community Development Department. Reporting to the Director of Community Development, the Economic Development/ Planning Manager will oversee a staff of four and manage a budget of approx. $2.6 million.

This collaborative and enthusiastic leader must possess excellent communication skills with a strong customer service approach and the ability to develop successful relationships with a variety of stakeholders. Five years of increasingly responsible experience in economic development related activities, including two years of project management and supervisory experience, and working knowledge of city planning required. A Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, economics, marketing, planning or related field required; CEcD certification preferred.

To be considered please submit cover letter, resume, current salary and the names of four work-related references to:

Stuart Satow
CPS EXECUTIVE SEARCH
241 Lathrop Way, Sacramento, CA 95815
Phone 916 263-1401 Fax 916 561-7205
Email: resumes@cps.ca.gov
CPS website: www.cps.ca.gov/search
Brentwood website: www.ci.brentwood.ca.us

President/CEO

Merced County Economic Development Corporation
Salary and compensation: Negotiable DOQ,
Deadline: February 15, 2010

MCEDCO is seeking a Senior Executive to serve as President of this independent non-profit organization. Qualified individuals are encouraged to submit letters of application and resumes immediately. MCEDCO intends to fill this position in the first quarter of 2010. Merced County is a growing region of 250,000 located in central San Joaquin Valley/Central California. The area is home to the newest University of California. The President is responsible for planning and executing the Economic Development program and coordinating efforts with the cities and county of Merced. Working with MCEDCO Board of Directors, City/County staff, area Chambers of Commerce and business partners, the President will plan strategies, create annual action plans and execute those plans. The successful candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least eight (8) years of professional experience in private development, economic or community development programs.

Send cover letter, resume and references to:
MCEDCO Search Committee
2844 Park Avenue, Merced, CA 95348

For more information, go to www.mcedco.com

Senior Economic Development Specialist

City of El Paso, Texas
Deadline: Open Until Filled (posted on December 8, 2009)

The City of El Paso, Texas is looking to fill two Senior Economic Development Specialist positions. We have one of the fastest growing economies in the nation due to a new four-year medical school, growth of the Fort Bliss Army Base by 27,000 soldiers and a three year old downtown redevelopment plan that had already seen $250,000,000 in investment. El Paso is a City of 630,000 people located on the border of New Mexico and Mexico. The City's Economic Development Department handles job creation and redevelopment for the City with a full time staff of 15. To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please see our job description at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/elpaso/default.cfm.

President/CEO of Economic Development

Gilroy Economic Development Corporation
Salary: $80,000 to $100,000, appropriate for qualifications and experience Benefits: Vacation, Holidays and an allowance for health Insurance. A performance bonus of not more than 15% of salary is negotiable.
Deadline: November 30, 2009

The Gilroy Economic Development Corporation is in search of a Senior Executive to serve as President of this independent non-profit organization. Qualified individuals are encouraged to submit letters of application and resumes immediately. The Search Committee intends to fill this position by year's end. Gilroy is a growing city of 50,000 located in southern Santa Clara County. The city is ideally located between Silicon Valley to the north and The Monterey Peninsula to the south and has excellent potential for R&D. light industrial and residential development. The President of this 501C(3) non-profit organization is responsible for planning and executing the Economic Development program of the City. Working with a GEDC Board of Directors, City of Gilroy Management, the Chamber of Commerce, Visitors Bureau and businesses Partners, the President will plan strategies, create an annual action plan and execute the plan. The successful candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in urban planning, marketing, real estate, economics, business administration or at least five (5) years of professional experience in private development or directing economic or community development programs

Contact: Kurt Michielssen, Chairman of the Board at (408) 847-7611 or president@gilroyedc.org to inquire.

To Apply: please send your resume including cover letter to:

Attention: Chairman of the Board
Gilroy Economic Development Corporation
7471 Monterey St.
Gilroy CA 05020

Community Development Director

City of San Mateo
Salary: 170,726 annual control point (variance of +/- 10%)
Deadline: October 30, 2009

San Mateo, a San Francisco Peninsula city of more than 95,000 residents, is seeking a progressive and team oriented Community Development Director. The Director will oversee the divisions of Economic Development/Business Assistance, Neighborhood Improvement/Housing/Code Enforcement, Building and Planning.

The Successful candidate will possess the ability to quickly grasp and embrace the values of San Mateo and be comfortable working in a fast-paced and sophisticated organization that is accustomed to high quality service and a tradition of civic engagement. He/she will be a seasoned professional and an innovative, customer oriented leader. Significant executive level management experience in community development is required along with a BS/BA degree in urban/regional planning or related field. An MA/MS, AICP certification and economic development experience are highly desirable.

For further information contact Bill Avery at (408) 399-4424 or Ann Slate at (805) 459-5132. To apply, submit cover letter, resume with current salary and five work references to jobs@averyassoc.net. A formal job announcement is available at http://www.averyassoc.net/jobs.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATOR

City of Lathrop
Salary: $56.71 to $69.01 (temporary contract hourly rate)
Deadline: Open until filled (Posted on October 15, 2009)

The City of Lathrop is seeking a temporary contract Economic Development Administrator in the City Managers Department. Under direction, this position serves as contact and liaison to encourage prospective new businesses and retain existing businesses. The position plans, coordinates, and implements the City's economic development activities and performs related administrative analytical work. The successful candidate will work closely with the Community Development Department, the Public Works Department, and the Finance Department. The position is a temporary assignment to be filled until June 31, 2010. Depending on the success of the position, a commitment may be made to continue temporary funding or convert the position to a fulltime position with appropriate salary and benefits.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: The successful candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in urban planning, business, public administration, finance or a related field. Three years of professional level experience in economic/business development and municipal services is also required.

To learn more about this position and how to apply, please visit www.ci.lathrop.ca.us.

Project Management Specialist

City of Riverbank
Salary: $34.62/hr., no benefits
Deadline: October 23, 2009

Riverbank Army Ammunitions Plant Reuse Project: this is a temporary position; 1,000 hours/fiscal year, $34.62/hr., no benefits. This is a management level class responsible for coordinating activities related to the implementation of the former military site into an industrial park. Focus will be on economic development, business attraction, and redevelopment. Min. qualifications: 3 years of increasingly responsible experience in economic development, redevelopment, business development, or related area, and a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, planning, or a related field.

To obtain an employment application package and job requirements visit the City of Riverbank, 6707 Third St., Riverbank, CA 95367; PHONE (209) 863-7125; online www.riverbank.org ; Deadline: 5:00 p.m., 10/23/09. EEO/AA Employer.

CDBG Program Consultant

Quadel Consulting
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Deadline: Open until filled (Posted on August 5, 2009)

The CDBG Program Consultant will be responsible for advising, developing, and implementing Small Rental Property Program (SRPP) policy and procedures and informing program staff of new and current policies and procedures to achieve program goals.

Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred. Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant work experience with CDBG Programs. Prior work experience in a related field requiring policy writing and development. Experience managing cross functional teams.

Visit our website to learn more about this and other opportunities with Quadel Consulting that will make a difference to your career and to our communities.

www.quadel.com

Economic Development Manager

City of Desert Hot Springs
Salary: $87,172 - $105,976 plus excellent benefits
Deadline: Open Until Filled (Posted on August 5, 2009)

Under the direction of the City Manager or designee, this position has primary responsibility for directing activities and programs of the City's Economic Development Program. This includes assisting the City Manager, City Council and Redevelopment Agency in developing overall vision and strategic/long range planning for the city's economic growth which includes tourism, commercial and industrial programs and activities; provides leadership on economic development matters.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university n urban planning, economics, business or public administration or a related field. Four (4) years of progressively responsible economic development experience with a track record of developing and implementing business in development programs including administrative experience in municipal government. A valid California driver's license with a good driving record at time of appointment.
To learn more about this position and the City's benefit package and how to apply, please visit www.cityofdhs.org .

Closing date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. EOE

Economic Development Coordinator

County of Humboldt
Salary: $5,161 - $6,301 monthly; 2.7 @ 55 PERS
Deadline: August 14, 2009

Plans, coordinates, and provides for the implementation of the County's economic development activities and performs related administrative and analytical work; participates in feasibility studies and needs assessment; interprets data and makes recommendations; evaluates and recommends economic development projects; administers loan programs; assists other agencies in identifying economic development needs and provides technical assistance; identifies funding sources and prepares grant applications; monitors grants and prepares financial statements; participates in selection and supervision of staff. Requirements: Three years responsible experience in economic development, redevelopment or community development and a BA in urban or regional planning or community development are desirable.

Apply at www.co.humboldt.ca.us/jobs or contact Humboldt County Personnel Department (707) 476-2349.

Director of Economic Development Services Department

The City of Peoria, AZ
Salary: $108,354 - $162,532 and is DOQ
Deadline: July 31, 2009

The City of Peoria, AZ (population 160,000) is seeking a Director of Economic Development Services to lead a newly created department. The Department is comprised of three divisions and employs 33 people. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to build a program that will insure the future of the City. The new Director will have the support of the City Council to move forward on projects and planning. Peoria is looking for a "can do" professional to help the management team position Peoria as an emerging leader in economic development in the Southwest Region. A Bachelor's Degree in business administration, public administration, or political science is required. A Masters Degree is highly desired. The salary for the Director is $108,354 - $162,532 and is DOQ. The City also offers an attractive benefits package. To apply for this opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com. Please contact Mr. Bob Murray at (916) 784-9080 with any questions. A detailed brochure is available. Filing Deadline: July 31, 2009.

Business Development Specialist

City of Mountain View
Salary: ($6,803 to $8,503 Monthly with 2.7% at 55 PERS)
Deadline: July 24,2009

The City of Mountain View cur¬rently has an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Specialist in the Community Development Department. This position serves as contact and liaison to encourage prospective new businesses and retain existing businesses and will manage community relations by developing innovative programs and services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of local government principles, issues and processes is expected, and a minimum of three years' experience in the economic development field is required. In addition, a bachelor's degree in economic development, business administration or a closely related field is required. (A master's degree in these fields may be substituted for one year of required experience.)

TO APPLY
Applications are available in the Employee Services Department, City of Mountain View, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, California, 94041, (650) 903-6310. Candidates can view the full job announcement and apply on line at www.mountainview.gov. Applications and resumés must be submitted to the Employee Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 24, 2009. (Postmarks, faxes and inter-office mail will not be accepted if not received by the filing deadline.) Recruitment subject to close at any time. EOE.

Senior Redevelopment Project Manager

City of Carson, CA
Salary: $7,267 - $9,272 mo. Excellent benefits, 4/10 work schedule, medical insurance, and CalPERS retirement plan: 3% at 60
Deadline: Open Until Filled (Posted on 7/15/09)

Under direction, responsible for advanced professional work, planning, organizing and implementation of redevelopment projects; conducts other administrative duties in support of implementation of the Redevelopment Agency's goals and objectives. Requires Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business or public administration, urban planning, finance or related field and four years increasingly responsible experience in redevelopment, supplemented by experience in real estate development, economic development or urban planning. Master's degree is preferred. Applications may be obtained from Human Resources, 701 E. Carson Street, Carson, CA 90745, or by calling (310) 952-1736 (Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.). This recruitment will remain open until the need of the City is met and is subject to closure without notice. Applicants are encouraged to submit their original application immediately. A completed original employment application must be received by Human Resources to be considered in the selection process.