Company Description The City of Beaver Falls is a third-class city located approximately 33 miles northwest of Pittsburgh, with a rich history rooted in the steel industry and the broader economy of the Greater Pittsburgh area. Today, Beaver Falls is a resilient community focused on building a brighter future through collaborative efforts among residents, City Council, and city staff. The city actively engages in asset-based community revitalization, innovative economic development, and data-informed decision-making to support residents and local businesses. The Department of Community Development leads many of these initiatives, working to strengthen neighborhoods, attract investment, and enhance quality of life. This environment offers professionals the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to long-term community and economic transformation.

Role Description The Director of Community Economic Development is a full-time, on-site position based in Beaver Falls, PA. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing community and economic development strategies. This role will focus on developing and planning community engagement events. Day-to-day responsibilities include identifying and managing community engagement projects, preparing and overseeing grant applications, coordinating with local, regional, and state partners, and engaging community stakeholders through meetings, outreach, and public presentations. They will manage social media, marketing and engagement. The Director will analyze economic and demographic data, develop recommendations for City Council, prepare reports and budgets, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and funding requirements. The role also involves supervising or coordinating with staff and consultants, managing program timelines, and monitoring project outcomes to advance the city’s long-term strategic goals. A creative thinker with excellent visionary skills will thrive in this position.

Salary: $50,000.00 plus benefits

Qualifications

Strong expertise in Community Economic Development and Economic Development, including program design, project implementation, and stakeholder engagement.
Background in Public Administration, including policy development, intergovernmental relations, and public sector management.
Demonstrated experience with Budgeting, financial management, and grant funding, including tracking expenditures and reporting outcomes.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Experience working with local governments, community organizations, and economic development agencies; municipal experience strongly preferred.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse communities and stakeholder groups.
Proven project management skills, including setting priorities, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Proficiency with data analysis, reporting tools, and standard office software; familiarity with GIS or related tools is a plus.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and ethical public service in all community and economic development efforts.

Applications may be obtained at the City Building, 715 15^th Street, Beaver Falls, PA 15010 and returned with resume via mail or in person to same address by June 12, 2026 at 3:00PM, attention Charles R. Jones Jr., City Manager and reference “Director of Community Development”.

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