Community Development Manager- Region 4

Job Title and Level: Community Development Manager- Region 4

City/County: Region 4 (Field Based)

Type of Employment: Full Time

Pay Grade and Annual Salary: Pay Grade 4: Grade 4 begins at $74,800- $88,000 annually. Additional consideration may be given based on relevant skills, education, and experience.

Brief Job Description:

At MEDC, we help Michiganders prosper by investing in our businesses and communities, enabling the growth of good jobs, and promoting Michigan’s reputation as a world-class business location and travel destination. By joining our team, you will play an integral role in directly supporting Michigan’s success, where you work, live and play. Come be part of the team as the Community Development Manager for Region 4.

The Community Development (CD) Manager provides technical assistance to Michigan communities through the use of incentive tools that advance project development in both the downtown and surrounding communities. This position is responsible for reviewing and managing projects requesting assistance through the community development programs including, but not limited to, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Michigan Community Revitalization Program (CRP), Brownfield Tax Increment Financing, Public Spaces, Community Places and other sources.

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Community Development Regional Map

This position may work a field based schedule. Selected candidates who have been approved to work a field based schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.   

Business Unit: Regional Development

Supervisor: Tino Breithaupt, Managing Director, Regional Development

Minimum Education Required:

This position requires a bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university in Real Estate Development, Community Development, Economics, Urban & Regional Planning, Finance, Architecture, Public Administration or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum Experience Required:

This position requires a minimum of three to five years related experience in community or economic planning, development or other local government related activity.

How to Apply:

If you believe that your qualifications meet the listed requirements and are interested in this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, resume and completed Employment Application by e-mail to [email protected]

Note: A completed application is not required for current MEDC employees who apply.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact People Services at [email protected] .

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Deadline for Response: Nov 22, 2024