The Business Development Director serves as the City’s primary point of contact for business and community development and acts as a strategic liaison between the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance (LEDA) and the City’s internal Development Services Departments. This position aligns externally led economic development initiatives with City Council priorities, regulatory restrictions, infrastructure capacity, and the City’s internal processes. The Director oversees the City’s Special Districts program, including Tax Increment Financing Districts (TIF), Public Improvement Districts (PID), and Reinvestment Zones; leads downtown revitalization efforts in collaboration with partner organizations; directs and develops departmental staff; and communicates regularly with City Management and City Council regarding economic development initiatives and project status.
Essential Functions:
- Serve as primary City point of contact between the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance (LEDA) for business recruitment and retention efforts, including coordination of City resources and participation in site visits;
- Provide regular briefings and updates to City Management and the City Council on economic development projects, initiatives, and emerging issues;
- Serve as primary City staff liaison with the Central Business District (downtown) Tax Increment Financing Zone Board, providing administrative coordination and redevelopment project support;
- Assist new and expanding businesses by facilitating permitting processes with Development Services departments and responding to stakeholder inquiries
- Prepare economic development incentives, including Tax Abatement and Chapter 380/381 Agreements; ensure required reporting and City Council approval.
- Provide leadership and direction to assigned staff and guide the growth and effectiveness of the Business Development Department
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Supervisory Relationships: The Business Development Director works with a high degree of independence, directs departmental staff, and reports to the Deputy City Manager.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field is required; master's degree preferred. Five to seven years of responsible experience in management, downtown redevelopment, economic development, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and skills.
Valid Driver’s License required.
Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of economic development practices, municipal government operations, and special districts. Ability to work effectively with businesses and public partners; communicate clearly and professionally; exercise judgement in complex situations; engage in strategic planning; and lead staff and programs.
Physical Requirements:
Maintain the ability to:
- Occasionally lift up to 10 pounds;
- Occasionally carry up to 10 pounds;
- Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;
- Frequently reach below shoulder height;
- Drive vehicle.
Application must be submitted online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lubbock. Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. For a complete list of job openings with the City of Lubbock please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Lubbock.
