Economic Development Project Manager

Position Title:

Economic Development Project Manager

Job Description:

We are looking for an Economic Development Project Manager.

About the Position:

The role involves managing department initiatives, collaborating with community members and advisory boards, and supporting the city’s arts, economic, and equity master plan goals.

The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in the Arts Administration Art, Arts Education, Marketing, Finance, Business, or Public Administration, or a closely related field, plus three (3) years’ experience in project management and policy coordination. Other relevant areas of expertise include knowledge of standard practices in arts administration, community engagement/outreach and event management, Real estate development, businesses lending, financing, urban economic development, small business assistance, community development, and the ability to interpret state code and city ordinances. Education and experience may be substituted for one for the other on a year-for-year basis.

Position Salary Range:

E29 - $68,813/yr. - $93,940/yr.

The established market rate for this position is $93,940/yr.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including: 

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city) 

• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 

• Paid vacation and personal leave 

• Six to twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment 

• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k) 

• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) 

• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually 

• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services 

Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/.

IMPORTANT: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will close on April 23, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. (MST).

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops and coordinates Salt Lake City’s projects and programs, enhances long term relationships, encourages business and community participation in policy and planning issues, serves as a liaison for community and city resources, and assists businesses and arts organizations with City policies, permits, licenses and regulations.

• Assists the Economic Development Department in executing the city’s Economic Development Strategic Plan, goals and objectives including arts and equity, downtown revitalization issues, Salt Lake City neighborhood business district development, and other programs that grow the economic base, equity, and engagement with the arts in Salt Lake City.

• Creates, writes, researches, assembles, and produces documents and materials including presentations, newsletters, website materials, photographs, collateral materials and press releases.

• Serves as one of the Department’s primary researcher and analyst, gathering and producing relevant data useful to guiding department policies, programs, and procedures.

• Supports business districts by providing information about the Special Assessment Areas process and other economic development tools.

• Manages the Special Assessment Areas Program for the Department of Economic Development by working with business districts.

• Promotes, presents, and supports artists, arts organizations, and arts activities in order to further the development of the arts community and to benefit the public by expanding awareness, access, and participation.

• Manages budgets, including planning and tracking of income and expenses. May be responsible for fundraising, sponsorships, and grant writing and reporting. Negotiates, prepares, and processes contracts and/or various public application process.

• May be assigned to oversee and manage department programs.

• May be assigned to oversee and manage other staff members within the department or division.

• May be assigned the lead or have oversight on department boards and committees.

• Serves as the staff liaison for several economic, arts, business organizations, and int