City of Forest Park

Buyer seeks a Director of Economic Development to plan and perform business recruitment and retention, and manage redevelopment initiatives. The position involves considerable public contact to collect and disseminate information regarding the City. The role includes coordinating economic development projects, supervising staff, preparing reports, and providing guidance to city officials.

• 5/7/2025 - Proposal Due Date

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration
• Nine years experience planning and managing finance, budget, and personnel programs

• Plan and implement business recruitment and retention programs
• Prepare comprehensive economic development reports
• Identify commercial and industrial clients for expansion/relocation
• Assist downtown merchants with physical improvement projects
• Prepare grant applications and conduct special area studies
• Develop benchmarks and performance measures for the department
• Direct allocation of department financial resources
• Provide staff support to Downtown Development Authority
• Conduct public awareness programs promoting central business district
• Research demographic trends and development patterns