ARIZONA
Business Development Professional, Phoenix, Ariz. — The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) is seeking a business development professional. The position is responsible for managing business development activities which include building relationships, developing prospects, directly assisting companies with site location projects and working with regional partners to close deals.

Responsibilities include the development and identification of prospects for the Greater Phoenix region, assisting potential locates in their site selection and decision-making process, and supporting GPEC’s business development program. Requirements include at least seven years of progressive experience within the economic development or commercial real estate industry, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, ability to develop significant relationships with public and private partners, excellent oral and written communication skills, and exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail at all times.

To apply, send resume to: Greater Phoenix Economic Council, Two North Central Ave., Suite 2500, Phoenix, AZ 85004. GPEC is an equal opportunity employer.

Redevelopment Program Manager, Phoenix, Ariz. — The city of Phoenix is seeking a redevelopment program manager. The manger reports to the deputy director and is responsible for planning, coordinating, directing and implementing programs and projects in the Downtown Development Office. Projects include commercial, office, industrial, mixed-use, urban residential, support retail, academic, transit-oriented development, research, and public facilities/infrastructure.

Job duties generally include lead responsibility for managing economic development programs, planning and implementing redevelopment area plans, negotiating development/lease agreements, analysis and development of project financing plans, managing development of capital construction projects, oral and written presentations to senior management and elected officials, business and community outreach, and supervision of junior level staff. Maricopa County residency is required within 24 months after the date of hire and must be maintained.

The annual salary range is $56,971 to $84,906. Requires five years of progressive experience in urban economic development, commercial revitalization, urban redevelopment, commercial and residential real estate development, economics, business assistance, public facility or infrastructure development, transportation development, or public and/or private finance. This experience must have been at a level that involved the direct management of projects and programs. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, economics, urban planning or a closely related field. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.

For more information, access http://phoenix.gov/JOBS or call (602) 534-5627.

COLORADO
Economic Analyst, Denver, Colo. — The Denver Regional Council of Governments is seeking an economic analyst. This is an unparalleled opportunity to participate in leading-edge regional economic analysis and modeling at the Denver Regional Council of Governments, in the heart of the Rocky Mountain Region, working with an interdisciplinary team to implement an UrbanSIM-based, disaggregate socioeconomic forecasting model, as part of a project to completely update the region's modeling system. The Denver region is developing rapidly, and our recently approved transit sales tax will fund the largest rapid transit system enhancement in the United States. The UrbanSIM-based model will support rapid transit station-area effects modeling, and regional demographic forecasting and fiscal analysis, among many other regional planning and modeling efforts.

The successful candidate will have a strong technical orientation and background, including microeconomics, econometrics, statistics and calculus, a basic understanding of regional development issues, and a strong background in computer applications used for analysis and data management. A master’s degree in economics, geography or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required. The monthly salary range is $3,404 to $4,086, depending on experience, plus benefits.

To apply, you may submit a resume on our Web site, www.drcog.org, or mail to: HR, DRCOG, 4500 Cherry Creek Dr. S., Suite 800, Denver, CO 80246, or fax to: 303-480-6768.

IOWA
Director of Community Development, Tipton, Iowa — The city of Tipton, Iowa, is seeking interested individuals to apply for the position of director of Community Development. This new position will be responsible for promoting and marketing the Tipton community to a variety of audiences.

The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to handle multiple projects and be innovative, energetic and have good communications skills. A proven leader with a record of accomplishments in either business, public service, or economic or community development will excel in this position. Tipton is a community with a population of 3,100 ideally located in Eastern Iowa, about 30 minutes from Iowa City and about 45 minutes from both Cedar Rapids and the Quad Cities. A competitive salary and full benefits are offered for this opportunity to lead a comprehensive approach to community growth.

Please provide a cover letter, resume and three business references to Mark Niles, chairman of the Tipton Development Commission, at Mnilesdc@iowatecom.net, or via mail to: 200 East 5th St., Tipton, IA 52772. An equal opportunity employer.

NEVADA
Research Manager, Carson City, Nev. — The Nevada Commission on Economic Development is seeking a research manager. The successful applicant will report to the executive director of the commission and will be responsible for providing direction and oversight of programs in econometric modeling, impact modeling, policy analysis and general research.

Responsibilities include the ability to understand and work from statutes and regulations, extensive work with a variety of econometric modeling programs, including REMI, IMPLAN-based derivatives and other PC-based informational programs. Some work on Web site postings and maintenance will be needed. Travel (mostly in state but some out of state) will be required to perform the duties. The successful candidate will need excellent verbal and written communications skills. A minimum of three years of experience in the economic development field, a bachelor’s degree in economics (a master’s degree is preferred) or an equivalent mixture of skills equaling the needed level of expertise.

To apply, prepare a letter outlining your interest and qualifications and attach a current resume and three professional references. Submit the application to: Nevada Commission on Economic Development, Att.: Julene Smith, 108 E. Proctor St., Carson City, NV 89701; phone: (775) 687-4325; e-mail: jsmith@bizzopp.state.nv.us.

NORTH CAROLINA
Vice President, Client Development, Greensboro, N.C. — The Piedmont Triad Partnership is seeking a vice president of client development. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, executing and evaluating programs to identify and develop leads, prospects and clients for the Piedmont Triad region. The Piedmont Triad region is made up of the 12 central North Carolina counties surrounding the cities of Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point. This region includes a population of more than 1.5 million and a labor force of more than 750,000 workers.

The successful candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for prospects interested in the region, as well as with local economic development officials and allies that support business recruitment. Substantial experience in economic development, business development or sales, with a preference for experience in North Carolina, is required.

Send a resume to: Piedmont Triad Partnership, 7800 Airport Center Drive, Suite 103, Greensboro, NC 27409.

TEXAS
Manager of Research and Information Technology, Katy, Texas — The Katy Area Economic Development Council, a nonprofit, private economic development corporation, is seeking a manager of research and information technology. The position will conduct, coordinate and manage all research and databases, proposal development and the Geographical Information System (GIS).

The successful candidate should possess strong research skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks and easily interact with businesses, elected officials and community leaders. Basic knowledge and operation of GIS and experience in economic development is preferred. The salary range is $30,000 to $40,000, DOQ, and benefits include health and dental insurance, professional association dues membership, retirement plan, mileage and cell phone reimbursement, and educational assistance.

Interested parties should submit a cover letter and resume to: President/CEO, PO Box 970, Katy, TX 77492; e-mail: lancelacour@katyedc.com.

VIRGINIA
Manager, Research and Operations, Loudoun County, Va. — Help us tell the story of Loudoun through data, reports, research projects and publications. Research/Special Projects comprise about 60 percent of the workload. Lead community and regional research for the Department of Economic Development and co-manage a county-wide research team. Conduct research and develop publications that are recognized as among the very highest quality in the nation. Anticipate future needs and develop innovative research products that support a variety of internal and external customer needs. Respond to press inquiries related to data, reports and research projects and publications. Proactively support the department's business development and marketing efforts. Initial projects could include developing a research agenda that can be used to encourage and leverage university faculty and graduate student research; defining and analyzing key industry clusters; determining a method for Loudoun’s first survey of business leaders; and becoming familiar with scenario planning to improve strategic choices/responses for Loudoun’s economic future.

The qualified applicant will have the equivalent of a master’s degree in economics, business, planning, public administration or related field, in addition to four years of related work experience. Demonstrated understanding of urban and metropolitan development. Skilled researcher capable of formulating a clear research plan often involving quantifiable and non-quantifiable data. Strong interpersonal skills to lead, participate in, or coordinate teams in a high-pressure environment. Ability to juggle many urgent tasks and set priorities.

For more information, e-mail to HR@loudoun.gov.