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Assistant Community Development Director

City of La Mesa

Salary Range:  $135,200 – $164,340 Annually

Filing Deadline:  April 5, 2024

This position assists the Director in planning, directing, managing, and overseeing the functions, programs, and operations of the Community Development Department including planning, building, code compliance, and administrative staff; including supervision of the work of department and contracted staff in the performance of complex and advanced professional duties and responsibilities supporting the City’s current and advanced planning functions. Key areas of focus for the Assistant Community Development Director include current and long-range planning, housing (including state mandated RHNA requirements), research and data review, working with key stakeholders such as SANDAG and LAFCO, support of economic development, code compliance, building permits, and operations.

For more details about this opportunity, please visit the job brochure at: https://koffassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rev1-La-Mesa-ACDD.pdf.

To be considered, please submit a resume, cover letter, and five work-related references (who will not be contacted in the early stages of the recruitment) to: https://koffassociates.com/la-mesa-asst-comm-dev-dir/. Resumes should reflect years and months of positions held.

For additional information, please contact: Frank Rojas, (510) 495-0448, Frank_Rojas@ajg.com https://koffassociates.com/

Date Posted: 2-28-24


Chief Executive Officer

California Forward

Salary range – $250,000 – $275,000 with potential bonuses, alongside generous benefits.

Open until filled; Priority given to applications submitted by March 15, 2024

California Forward (CA FWD) is a 501(c)(3) organization leading a statewide movement to improve government and foster inclusive, sustainable growth. We drive collective action to scale solutions addressing the state’s challenges, focusing on economic, environmental, and equitable prosperity. Through partnerships like the California Stewardship Network (CSN) and hosting the annual California Economic Summit, we support regional initiatives across 26 members.

We seek a visionary CEO with 7-10 years of executive leadership in nonprofit or public agencies, with expertise in California governance, policy, and economic development. The CEO will report to the CA FWD Leadership Council, overseeing a staff of four and an operating budget of $1.5-$2.0M. The ideal candidate will operationalize strategies from the Economic Summit, emphasizing equity and inclusion.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree, and the salary ranges from $250,000 – $275,000 with potential bonuses, alongside generous benefits.

The position remains open until filled, with priority given to applications by March 15, 2024. To apply, submit your resume and letter of interest to CAFWD.CEO@byersgroupca.com. Confidential inquiries can be directed to Ms. Brett Byers (323-403-8279, brett@byersgroupca.com) or Ms. Christine Boulware (312-391-6098, christine@byersgroupca.com).

CA FWD is an EEO/ADA Employer valuing diversity and equity, complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination.

Date posted: 2-13-24


Analyst

RSG, Inc.

Salary: $59,400 – $80,400 (commensurate with experience) + Benefits

Open Until Filled

RSG, an Equal Opportunity Employer, is in search of a dynamic and proficient individual who is interested in community development, public engagement, and complex local government issues to join our consulting business as an Analyst.

Our firm specializes in providing housing, economic development, real estate and fiscal health services to over 90 cities, counties, other public agencies, and developers throughout the state. The role involves conducting data collection, analysis, writing, public engagement, and customer service within our four product lines. With a focus on providing services to various public agencies and developers across the state, RSG values candidates who align with our core values, demonstrate quick learning abilities, and are driven by professional growth and client- focused outcomes.

For a complete job announcement/description, and how to apply, click here.

Date Posted: 3-7-24


Project Manager/Senior Project Manager

Name of organization: City of Riverside

Salary range: $79,176.00 – $151,020.00 Annually

Application due date: Continuous, open until filled

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Project Manager or Senior Project Manager (depending on experience) to fill multiple vacancies in the Economic Development Division of the Community and Economic Development Department.   

Project Manager: $79,176 – $137,988 Annually 

Under general direction, to develop and implement strategies, policies and programs related to business attraction, retention and expansion; to plan, implement, schedule, coordinate and monitor capital improvement projects, public utilities, redevelopment or housing projects and programs, or special events; to work closely with other Divisions, City Departments, and outside agencies to coordinate timely and seamless service delivery of projects; to provide professional and technical staff assistance; and to do related work as required.

Senior Project Manager: $86,616 – 151,020 Annually

Under general direction, to develop and implement strategies, policies and programs related to urban and community redevelopment and/or economic development within one or more designated geographic or functional areas; to work closely with related Divisions to coordinate seamless service delivery within target or functional areas; and to do related work as required.

To apply or for complete job descriptions, go to:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofriversideca/jobs/4365881/project-manager-or-senior-project-manager-economic-development?keywords=project%20manager&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Date Posted: 2-14-24


President and Chief Executive Officer

Economic Development Corporation of Shasta County (Shasta EDC)

Salary Range $110,000-$135,000

Open until filled

The Shasta EDC is conducting a national search for a President/CEO

The Shasta EDC President & CEO is responsible for leading the organization through economic development activities that positively impact the region. The role brings together the economic development activities of the region’s cities and county into one cohesive effort benefiting the entire community.

The mission of Shasta EDC is to attract primary businesses to the region, retain and grow existing businesses, promote, and support the growth of the Redding Regional Airport, and maintain a robust entrepreneurial climate within the community.

This position is responsible for driving organizational relevancy through developing and implementing strategies and measuring results consistent with the Shasta EDC mission, goals, and objectives.

You may download the complete job description here. See our website – www.shastaedc.org for additional organizational information.

Compensation includes a competitive benefits package.

Salary is dependent upon related experience.

Submit resume to chair.shastaedc@gmail.com

Date posted: 2-13-24


Real Property Agent

City of Tracy

Salary range – $92,847.82 – $112,857.42 Annually

Application due date – Open until filled

Your next exciting career opportunity awaits you! The City of Tracy’s Economic Development Division is looking for a motivated and qualified individual to join our agency as a Real Property Agent to help encourage investment in “catalytic” opportunity areas through the optimization of underperforming, underdeveloped, and underutilized properties in need of development/redevelopment.

This position oversees activities related to the appraisal, negotiation, acquisition, transfer, sale, and disposal of real property, including public private partnerships, asset management, leasing agreements, custodial contracts, and relocation assistance work; provides information and assistance to property owners, provides complex professional assistance to management staff, City Council, the public and others in areas of expertise; oversees, reviews, and performs a variety of studies, prepares and presents staff reports; and performs related duties, as assigned. This position is open until filled and early application is encouraged.

For more information or to apply, please visit the City of Tracy website at https://apptrkr.com/5000774.

Date Posted: 2-7-24


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