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Washington County is now hiring an Economic Development Manager to lead the creation and implementation of its economic plans, programs, and services. A primary focus of this position is to coordinate the County’s involvement in economic development initiatives Countywide. The role also promotes economic equity and competitiveness, with particular attention to urban unincorporated areas, small cities, and historically disadvantaged communities across the County. The Economic Development Manager, at times, supervises professional, administrative, and technical support staff.

Duties of this position include:

• Partnering with local jurisdictions and the State of Oregon in support of regional economic goals. Influencing the County’s regulatory framework to support new business investment.
• Securing funding for new infrastructure and maximizing the supply of development-ready land.
• Recruiting new businesses and promoting business retention and expansion.
• Coordinating the County’s efforts to expand a diverse workforce for the new and future businesses.
• Creating and managing economic development incentive programs.
• Promoting the revitalization of urban unincorporated areas and smaller cities while striving to diminish the negative impacts of gentrification in these areas.
• Cultivating diverse strategic partnerships that benefit the County’s economic equity priorities with community partners and increases community connections.
• Overseeing and coordinating the development and administration of the department budget by aligning with the Board of Commissioners’ equity and inclusion goals and strategic direction.

Questions Regarding This Recruitment?
Contact Elle Krueger, Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Elle_Krueger@washingtoncountyor.gov

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