Economic Development Director – Belgrade

This is a rare opportunity to join the exceptional leadership team at the City of Belgrade, one of the fastest growing cities in Montana. Located in the beautiful Gallatin Valley, the City is a well-managed organization with an excellent team of department directors led by a progressive and well-respected City Manager. The Economic Development Director is a new position with an initial focus on downtown redevelopment using the established Tax Incremental Financing funds. If you are a talented economic development professional, this may be the right opportunity for you.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field; and
  • at least five years’ experience in urban renewal, economic development, business or finance, or closely related field, including experience managing a TIF district. Or
  • any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work may be considered.

Preferred:

  • Master’s degree in public administration, business management, finance, or a closely related field.
  • Working knowledge of Montana state statutes pertaining to tax increment financing districts and urban renewal.
  • Successful experience in economic development in a small but rapidly growing community.

Salary & Benefits:
The City of Belgrade is offering an annual salary range of $105,870.44 to $131,856.45 for this position, dependent upon experience and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

For more information and to apply, please go to gmphr.com

Closing Date: May 25, 2024

Derrek Shepherd
Author: Derrek Shepherd