Economic Development Director

Posted By: Candice Walsh Job Board,

Position to be filled by: June 1, 2024

Company: Developmental Associates

Location: Chapel Hill, NC

Category: Local Government

Position Type: Full-Time

Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree

Experience Requirement: 3-5 Years

Salary: The hiring range for this position is $126,267 to $164,331

How to Apply:  Click here 

Job Description & Details

The Town of Chapel Hill seeks a flexible and resilient economic development professional to serve as its next Economic Development Director (EDD). This position has the unique opportunity to creatively and strategically assist the Town in navigating significant development opportunities for its downtown and surrounding areas. The ideal candidate has municipal experience in inclusive, sustainable economic development within a College/Research University community.
Chapel Hill’s Economic Development Department is united around a shared vision to maintain Chapel Hill's place on the map as a world-class center for research and development. The department’s staff is dedicated to supporting opportunities to put Chapel Hill’s people to work and create economic prosperity for all, now and in the future. 

Qualifications: 
Bachelor's degree (master’s degree preferred) in Public Administration, Business Administration, Planning, Engineering, or Economic Development supplemented with five (5) years of responsible management experience in a public agency is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Salary and Benefits: The hiring range for this position is $126,267 to $164,331. Compensation is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. View the Town’s excellent benefits package here. 

To apply, please click here 

Please note the following: 

●    All applications must be submitted online via the Developmental Associates application portal (link above) – NOT the town’s employment application portal or any other external website. 
●    Resumes and cover letters must be uploaded with the application. 
●    Applicants should apply by April 1, 2024. 
●    The hiring team will invite successful semi-finalists to participate in virtual interviews and skill evaluation on April 30 – May 1, 2024. Candidates are encouraged to reserve these dates for virtual meetings should they be invited to participate. 
●    Direct inquiries to hiring@developmentalassociates.com.

The Town of Chapel Hill is an EOE. Developmental Associates, LLC manages this position's recruitment and selection process.