The City of Waterville is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and forward-thinking professional to serve as its Director of Economic & Community Development. This leadership position will guide the City's efforts in economic development, housing, redevelopment, grant administration, strategic investment, implementation of adopted plans, community engagement, and partnership development.
The salary range for this position is $80,537.60 - $112,777.60. This position is funded through Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funds.
The Director will oversee initiatives involving:
• Economic development
• Housing initiatives
• Redevelopment projects
• Grant development and administration
• Tax Increment Financing (TIF) programs
• Strategic planning implementation
• Community development initiatives
• Business and stakeholder engagement
• Development facilitation and partnership building
The Director will work closely with residents, businesses, developers, educational and healthcare institutions, regional organizations, government agencies, the City Planner, Code Enforcement Office, and other municipal departments to advance community priorities and long-term goals.
Desired Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Four or more years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong project management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with grants, development projects, redevelopment initiatives, housing programs, economic development, planning, municipal operations, or related fields.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and build effective partnerships among diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with public funding programs, redevelopment initiatives, development finance, or grant administration is desirable.
• Master's degree, TIF administration experience, municipal government experience, or economic and community development experience preferred.
In lieu of the above, any equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered at the discretion of the City.
A position description is available from the Human Resources Office. Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest and current rsum to the Human Resources Office, 1 Common Street, Waterville, Maine 04901 or via email at [redacted]. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
