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Job Description
The City of Vallejo is located in Solano County and has a population of approximately 121,000 residents. Vallejo is a highly diverse community located midway between the cities of Sacramento and San Francisco. It is a friendly, active waterfront community that attracts innovative, hardworking people and takes great pride in its 148- year history and maritime heritage. With a mild year-round climate and easy access to various recreational opportunities, residents of Vallejo are situated to take advantage of the best of what the area has to offer. Under general supervision of the Assistant City Manager, the Economic Development Director manages the operations of the Economic Development Department, including the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities. The Economic Development Director coordinates assigned activities with other City Departments and outside agencies and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager’s Office, Economic Development Commission, and City Council. The City of Vallejo is seeking an experienced, innovative, and enthusiastic professional to serve as the new Economic Development Director. The City is looking for someone who can individually advance economic development in the city as well as provide leadership and direction for the Economic Development Department, including developing, implementing, and administering effective and efficient economic development, redevelopment, and asset management services. The ideal candidate is excited about working with the local community and regional stakeholders to improve the quality of life in Vallejo and possesses the ability to create and implement effective strategies and programs and select, supervise, mentor, train, direct, delegate to, and evaluate staff.
The annual salary range for the Economic Development Director is $171,381 to $208,315 with a 5% cost-of-living increase in July 2025; placement within this range is dependent on qualifications and experience. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Mr. Ian Schmutzler at (916) 784-9080.
Filing Deadline: August 3rd, 2025
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Bob Murray and Associates
Show moreBob Murray and Associates is a public sector executive recruitment firm specializing in searches for local governments and special districts.
Bob Murray & Associates was created to bring a personal approach to providing quality executive recruitment services to our clients. Our firm is committed to personal attention to the details of your recruitment, to making sure that the candidates we present for your consideration are outstanding.
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