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The town of Needham seeks a dynamic professional to join the team in the full-time position of Director of Economic Development. Reporting to the Deputy Town Manager, this position is responsible for directing, coordinating, and administering economic development efforts and growth, as well as communications strategies for the town of Needham. A key relationship builder, this role serves as the town’s liaison to the business community to identify and implement strategies to attract, recruit, and retain commercial and industrial entities in Needham and related activities, including arts and cultural initiatives.
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Tuesday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (37.5 hours/week); evening and weekend availability needed to support committee work and/or town-run community events. Some remote schedule flexibility available after completion of probationary period.
Salary Range: $83,702 – 100,521 / year
To find all application details and apply, please visit our portal, linked here.
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 14.