Economic Development Program Manager - Community and Economic Development Department

The mission of the Community and Economic Development Department (CED) is to stimulate economic activity by offering a diverse range of value-added business and workforce solutions to build, revitalize, and sustain a quality community for Phoenix businesses and its residents. There are seven sections in the Department: Business Development; Community Development; Marketing and Research; Grants, Contracts and Procurement; International Relations; Business & Workforce; and Management Services. For more information and background on the Department visit https://www.investinphoenix.com/.

The general position of Economic Development Program Manager encompasses work in a variety of focus areas; however, the attributes necessary for every position includes the following skills. A high level of proven professionalism, organization, collaboration, teamwork, communications skills, and energy is essential to successfully operating in this position. Program Managers interact with private sector businesses, consultants, engineers, architects, attorneys, government entities, utility companies, other City Department managers and staff, and the public.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION

The division is responsible for the development and enhancement of the economic, academic, and cultural vitality of the urban core of Phoenix. The Division has played a key role in the evolution of transit-oriented development throughout the City. The division is dedicated to the development and enhancement of the economic, academic, and cultural vitality of the City that is uniquely Phoenix. As a result, the Division undertakes a diverse range of economic development and planning activities including: light rail/transit-oriented development, downtown revitalization, business development, real estate development, aviation adjacent development, educational development, and biomedical research development.

TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM MANAGER

Embedded in the Community Development Division of the Community and Economic Development Department, this position is an interdisciplinary role and a cross functional Transit team member. The Transit Oriented Development Program Manager will focus on attracting private investment needed to build vibrant communities along our high-capacity transit system. Successful execution in this role will allow us to address the specific needs and interests of the diverse groups affected by fixed transit while generating development interest along the current and future Light Rail extensions throughout Phoenix.

Responsibilities will include initiating research, planning and marketing efforts to generate qualified prospects; recruiting national developers to advance development of city-owned parcels and well as those under private ownership; increasing the number of mixed-use developments that align housing opportunities within walking distance of shops, jobs, offices, restaurants, entertainment and cultural centers; and assisting transit-dependent communities with economic recovery by increasing citizen access to jobs, health care, education, and other social amenities by locating key businesses and services along transit infrastructure. This position will be also responsible for supervision of staff and special projects as assigned.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of the City of Phoenix development process including zoning ordinances, building codes, and City codes related to development.

Pay Range: $97,780.80 to $137,592.00 annually.

Hiring Range: $97,780.80 to $124,800.00 annually.

Pay Range Explanation:

• Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.
• Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Internal Only: Please understand that this is pay grade 069. If selected, your salary offer will be based on the applicable promotion or demotion worksheet in accordance with the City Pay Ordinance.

• Promotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade increase.
• Demotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade decrease.
• Lateral transfers occur when there is no change to the last two digits of the pay grade.
• When there is a change in the first digit of the pay grade, there may also be a change to your classification or unit.

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A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

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• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
• Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Employer paid long-term disability
• Free Bus/light rail pass
• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
• Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi

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• Five years of professional experience in urban economic development, public facility or infrastructure development, commercial development, transportation development, workforce development, business assistance, or public and/or private finance.
• Three of which required management of and decision-making authority for projects or programs.
• Bachelor's degree in economic development, urban planning, public or business administration, or a related field also is required.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.
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The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:

• Community outreach experience.
• Experience managing consultants.
• Experience with financial obligations of a project.
• Experience with writing executive level reports and correspondence.
• Experience working with elected officials and management and executive staff.
• Experience making presentations to various audiences, including elected officials.
• Experience in civic engagement through identifying and addressing issues concerning the public including performing community outreach and presenting to elected officials.
• Experience with development agreements, land development, plan review, and inspection activity including an understanding of the financial obligations of a private development project.
• A master's degree in economic development, construction management, public or business administration, or a related field is preferred.

Recruitment closes June 1, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

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