This is an unclassified at-will position

The Economic Development Director works under the direction of the Executive team. The Director will manage and oversee a wide range of programs and activities within the Economic Development Department (EDD). The FY23 budget for this department is approximately $9.9 million and a total of 22 full-time positions. The department provides services intended to bring long term economic vitality to the City of Albuquerque. Department divisions include the Albuquerque Film Office, Small Business Office, International Trade, Economic Development Investments, New Mexico Minority Business Development Center, the management of contracts for workforce development, as well as hospitality and tourism.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, economic development or marketing preferred; and

Minimum of 10 years Economic Development experience in New Mexico. Nine (9) years of experience in marketing, economic development, hospitality, or public relations preferred; and

To include six (6) years supervisory experience preferred

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's license or the ability to obtain by date of hire.

Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

May be required to travel internationally and receive travel vaccinations.

• Principles and practices of economic development planning and development
• Principles and practices of contract management and coordination
• Principles and practices of municipal procurement
• Principles and practices of performance measurement, assessment, and evaluation and recommending modifications
• Principles and practices of program development and administration
• Municipal budget preparation and administration
• Federal, State and local regulations pertaining to the assigned projects

• Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of contractors/consultants
• Coordinate and direct compliance with City contracts
• Perform a variety of program planning duties in support of economic development programs
• Participate in the development of office goals, objectives and performance measurements
• Research, analyze and evaluate service delivery methods and techniques
• Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations
• Communication clearly, concisely, and professionally
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Solve complex problems and communicate them to internal and external customers
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals
• Analyze and assess programs, policies and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments
• Develop budgets, performance measurements and performance plans
• Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques
• Identify and respond to sensitive community and organization issues, concerns, and needs
• Prepare administrative, statistical, analytical and financial reports
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work