Director of Economic Development - Staunton, United States - Staunton City Schools & City of Staunton

Staunton City Schools & City of Staunton

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Staunton, United States

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CITY OF STAUNTON

DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The City of Staunton, Virginia (est. pop. 25,750) is located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley nestled between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny mountains.

The City encompasses an area of 19.98 square miles and is located approximately two hours southwest of Washington D.C The City is seeking an Economic Development Director who will have the exciting opportunity to shape the city's economic landscape and foster growth.

The Director will collaborate with stakeholders to create clear objectives and strategies and engage with the business community to build relationships and drive collaborative efforts towards shared economic goals.

Reporting to the City Manager, this position provides direct oversight of two full-time staff and an Economic Development Office FY2024 budget of $1.27 million.

Benefits:

The hiring range for this position is $115,000 $140,000 based on qualifications and experience
Excellent benefits include participation in the Virginia Retirement System, vacation and sick leave, group life insurance, medical insurance, professional dues, and conference expenses
Relocation allowance of up to $5,000 is provided