City of Moreno Valley, CA
Economic Development Division Manager - At-Will
City of Moreno Valley, CA, Moreno Valley, CA, United States
Salary : $111,758.40 - $157,372.80 Annually
Location : Moreno Valley, CA
Job Type: Division Manager
Job Number: 2024-00046
Department: Economic Development & Housing Department
Division: Administration
Opening Date: 01/02/2025
Closing Date: 1/31/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Drive Collaboration, Innovation & Customer Service!
Join the City of Moreno Valley as the next Economic Development Division Manager!
Apply immediately!
First review of applications scheduled Thursday January 16, 2025.
*This position is designated as Exempt and is not subject to overtime pay requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).*
YOUR POSITION
Under the direction of the Economic Development & Housing Director, this key Division Manager position will manage the City's economic development projects and program activities; monitor contracts; provide administrative support through research and report writing; interact with individuals and groups; plan and administer business attraction, retention, and assistance activities; marketing of the City, coordinate with other departments and outside agencies; supervise the Economic Development staff; oversee the administrative arm of the department including budget, entitlements, housing and performs related duties as assigned.
Find additional information in the job description.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
We are seeking an innovative and dynamic leader who is passionate about driving economic growth and development within our community. The ideal candidate should possess a solid understanding of public economic development, industrial financing, business marketing, public administration, real estate laws, bonds, grant administration, and effective management and supervision. They should demonstrate a strong ability to manage and coordinate department activities, handle complex issues, conduct thorough analyses, and present proposals clearly and persuasively.
Proven experience in developing and retaining competent, customer service-oriented staff is essential, along with the ability to provide strategic leadership and professional assistance to city management. The ideal candidate will excel in handling sensitive and complex issues with tact and diplomacy and in building and maintaining effective working relationships with city officials, employees, business leaders, and the public.
If you are a visionary leader with a passion for fostering economic development and have the skills and experience to drive our city's growth, we encourage you to apply!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, marketing, economics, social sciences or a closely related field OR, equivalent related work experience. A Master's degree is preferred; AND
A minimum of five (5) years of related work experience within a municipal economic development development/community development department, redevelopment agency, and/or economic development corporation, estate development and public relations; AND
At least four (4) years of related supervisory experience.
About the Economic Development & Housing Department
The City of Moreno Valley is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Moreno Valley. The Economic Development & Housing Department demonstrates this commitment by focusing on creating jobs, attracting new businesses and development, building strategic partnerships, providing workforce training, advocating for resident access to career advancement opportunities, and assisting entrepreneurs and small business owners through relevant Economic Development programs and tools. Learn more about the Economic Development & Housing Department here.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This single position class is responsible for managing and integrating the functions, programs and activities of the Economic Development & Housing department which provides broad, City-wide economic development. The incumbent provides advice and strategic leadership to the City Manager, City Council and department directors in the development of short- and long-term development plans to meet the City's strategic growth and development objectives. Responsibilities are broad in scope and involve highly sensitive and publicly visible projects that require a high degree of policy, program and management discretion. Results are evaluated in terms of overall effectiveness.
THE CITY
Moreno Valley was incorporated in 1984 as a General Law City, merging the communities of Moreno, Sunnymead and Edgemont. The City operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of an elected Mayor and four Council Members elected by district. The City has a committed customer-service oriented workforce comprised of more than 450 employees who provide a wide-range of municipal services including Public Works, Economic Development, Community Development, Parks and Community Services, Financial and Management Services and Library services. The City contracts with Riverside County for Police and Fire services.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLE qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process.
The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people.
As part of this commitment, The City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources at or (951) 413-3045.
All New Division Manager positions are At-Will Employment/Contract positions.
BENEFITS: For an overview of the City of Moreno Valley's excellent benefit offerings, please click the following link:
SELECTION PROCESS: Following an administrative review of each application, only the most qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview and/or testing. The successful candidate will be required to pass a medical examination, and to submit original documentation to establish both work authorization and identity (per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986). Criminal background investigations will be conducted, and, in accordance with our Drug Free Workplace Policy, a Drug Screening Test will be required.
The City of Moreno Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. For further information regarding this position, contact the Human Resources Department at (951) 413-3045.
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.
01
Please Indicate the highest level of education you have completed.
02
Please indicate the amount of progressively responsible experience you have within a municipal economic development department you possess.
03
How many years of supervisory experience do you possess?
04
Briefly describe your previous experience and role in economic development activities.
05
Describe your experience with business attraction. Please provide specific descriptions of your involvement in attracting new businesses
06
Describe your experience in developing and monitoring budgets. Include size of the budget, your specific role, type of agency and the name of the program.
07
Describe your experience with housing programs, if any, including the types of programs you have worked on.
Required Question
Location : Moreno Valley, CA
Job Type: Division Manager
Job Number: 2024-00046
Department: Economic Development & Housing Department
Division: Administration
Opening Date: 01/02/2025
Closing Date: 1/31/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Drive Collaboration, Innovation & Customer Service!
Join the City of Moreno Valley as the next Economic Development Division Manager!
Apply immediately!
First review of applications scheduled Thursday January 16, 2025.
*This position is designated as Exempt and is not subject to overtime pay requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).*
YOUR POSITION
Under the direction of the Economic Development & Housing Director, this key Division Manager position will manage the City's economic development projects and program activities; monitor contracts; provide administrative support through research and report writing; interact with individuals and groups; plan and administer business attraction, retention, and assistance activities; marketing of the City, coordinate with other departments and outside agencies; supervise the Economic Development staff; oversee the administrative arm of the department including budget, entitlements, housing and performs related duties as assigned.
Find additional information in the job description.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
We are seeking an innovative and dynamic leader who is passionate about driving economic growth and development within our community. The ideal candidate should possess a solid understanding of public economic development, industrial financing, business marketing, public administration, real estate laws, bonds, grant administration, and effective management and supervision. They should demonstrate a strong ability to manage and coordinate department activities, handle complex issues, conduct thorough analyses, and present proposals clearly and persuasively.
Proven experience in developing and retaining competent, customer service-oriented staff is essential, along with the ability to provide strategic leadership and professional assistance to city management. The ideal candidate will excel in handling sensitive and complex issues with tact and diplomacy and in building and maintaining effective working relationships with city officials, employees, business leaders, and the public.
If you are a visionary leader with a passion for fostering economic development and have the skills and experience to drive our city's growth, we encourage you to apply!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, marketing, economics, social sciences or a closely related field OR, equivalent related work experience. A Master's degree is preferred; AND
A minimum of five (5) years of related work experience within a municipal economic development development/community development department, redevelopment agency, and/or economic development corporation, estate development and public relations; AND
At least four (4) years of related supervisory experience.
About the Economic Development & Housing Department
The City of Moreno Valley is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Moreno Valley. The Economic Development & Housing Department demonstrates this commitment by focusing on creating jobs, attracting new businesses and development, building strategic partnerships, providing workforce training, advocating for resident access to career advancement opportunities, and assisting entrepreneurs and small business owners through relevant Economic Development programs and tools. Learn more about the Economic Development & Housing Department here.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This single position class is responsible for managing and integrating the functions, programs and activities of the Economic Development & Housing department which provides broad, City-wide economic development. The incumbent provides advice and strategic leadership to the City Manager, City Council and department directors in the development of short- and long-term development plans to meet the City's strategic growth and development objectives. Responsibilities are broad in scope and involve highly sensitive and publicly visible projects that require a high degree of policy, program and management discretion. Results are evaluated in terms of overall effectiveness.
THE CITY
Moreno Valley was incorporated in 1984 as a General Law City, merging the communities of Moreno, Sunnymead and Edgemont. The City operates under a Council-Manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of an elected Mayor and four Council Members elected by district. The City has a committed customer-service oriented workforce comprised of more than 450 employees who provide a wide-range of municipal services including Public Works, Economic Development, Community Development, Parks and Community Services, Financial and Management Services and Library services. The City contracts with Riverside County for Police and Fire services.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants possessing the MOST DESIRABLE qualifications at each level, based on a screening of required application materials, including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire, will be invited to continue in the selection process.
The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people.
As part of this commitment, The City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources at or (951) 413-3045.
All New Division Manager positions are At-Will Employment/Contract positions.
BENEFITS: For an overview of the City of Moreno Valley's excellent benefit offerings, please click the following link:
SELECTION PROCESS: Following an administrative review of each application, only the most qualified applicants will be invited to an oral interview and/or testing. The successful candidate will be required to pass a medical examination, and to submit original documentation to establish both work authorization and identity (per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986). Criminal background investigations will be conducted, and, in accordance with our Drug Free Workplace Policy, a Drug Screening Test will be required.
The City of Moreno Valley is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. For further information regarding this position, contact the Human Resources Department at (951) 413-3045.
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.
01
Please Indicate the highest level of education you have completed.
- Less than High School Diploma or GED
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some college coursework completed (less than 59 semester units or less than 89 quarter units)
- Associate's Degree (at least 60 semester units or 90 quarter units)
- Bachelor's Degree (at least 120 semester units or 180 quarter units)
- Master's Degree or higher
02
Please indicate the amount of progressively responsible experience you have within a municipal economic development department you possess.
- None
- Less than three (3) years
- Three (3) - four (4) years
- Five (5) - six (6) years
- Seven (7) - eight (8) years
- Nine (9) years or more
03
How many years of supervisory experience do you possess?
- No experience
- Less than one (1) year
- One (1) - two (2) years
- Three (3) years or more
04
Briefly describe your previous experience and role in economic development activities.
05
Describe your experience with business attraction. Please provide specific descriptions of your involvement in attracting new businesses
06
Describe your experience in developing and monitoring budgets. Include size of the budget, your specific role, type of agency and the name of the program.
07
Describe your experience with housing programs, if any, including the types of programs you have worked on.
Required Question