Coordinate economic development projects, attract and retain businesses, and manage incentives to enhance Fort Worth’s competitiveness.
Compensation
Pay Range: $34.45 – $44.79/hr.
Responsibilities
Assist in development and implementation of programs to encourage attraction and expansion of new and existing employers
Analyze and negotiate high-profile real estate development projects
Evaluate key Fort Worth sites for availability, conditions, and project readiness
Engage with existing businesses on growth and expansion opportunities
Work alongside staff at the Fort Worth Economic Development Partnership to attract new businesses
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Economic and Community Development, Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Studies, or related field
Nice to have: Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Economic and Community Development, Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Studies, or related field
Nice to have: Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) designation
Nice to have: Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP) designation
Nice to have: certificate from the University of Oklahoma Economic Development Institute (OUEDI)
