Economic Development Manager

***NOTE: This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and may close without prior notice. First review of the applications will occur on July 24, 2026. Please thoroughly review the entire job flyer including the application instructions. Failure to submit a completed application and provide required documentation may result in an application being removed from further consideration.*** Under the general direction of the City Manager’s Office, the position will manage, supervise, and coordinate economic development initiatives and business assistance and outreach, and will implement programs, projects and activities that further the City’s economic development goals. This position is FLSA exempt, non-represented, and serves in an "at will" capacity. Salary and benefits are established by City Council Resolution for classifications designated as Executive, Mid-Management, and Confidential/Exempt. **ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS** The following examples are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this classification. Depending on assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: - Plans, manages, and oversees the daily operations, activities, and services of the Economic Development Division. - Develops, implements, and monitors goals, objectives, policies, and procedures to support continual and strategic economic growth through business attraction, expansion, and retention. - Coordinates with other City departments, agencies, and community partners to align development strategies with City goals and priorities. - Stays abreast of new trends, innovations, legislation, and best practices in economic development programs; researches emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to City needs. - Assists existing businesses with new location, relocation, and expansion needs. - Plans and coordinates business outreach and the Discover Downey marketing program - Represents the City with developers, brokers, commercial real estate professionals, site selectors, and business leaders. - Facilitates outreach with merchants and chambers of commerce. - Provides direction in real estate, redevelopment, workforce development, and small business support, - Serves on local, regional, and task forces, committees, and organizations to promote the City’s economic interests. - Directs, supervises, and evaluates assigned staff; provides training and professional development; and implements corrective actions as needed. - Prepares, administers, and monitors budgets for assigned programs and projects. - Identifies, pursues, and manages funding opportunities, including grants, loans, and other financial resources. - Prepares and presents reports, proposals, and recommendations to the City Council, boards, commissions, and community organizations. - Perform other related duties as assigned Any combination of education, training, and work experience to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes: **Education:** A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Economics, Public Administration, Business Administration or a closely related field. **Experience:** Five (5) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience, including at least two years of direct supervisory experience. Governmental/municipal agency experience is preferred. Proficiency in the use of MS Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access plus additional experience in the use of the Department of Housing and Urban and Development’s Integrated Disbursement Information System (IDIS) is required. **Knowledge of:** Demonstrated knowledge of Economic development; knowledge of economics and procedural requirements of development, including land acquisition and disposal, relocation and property rehabilitation, real estate development and finance. **Ability to:** Supervi…