Economic Development Manager

The Job

Apply by 5:00PM, Friday, July 25, 2025, for Priority Consideration for 1st Round Interviews

The Economic Development Agency is currently recruiting for an Economic Development Manager who will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing various programs and projects, marketing and promotional activities, and economic services and events. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, marketing projects, while establishing and maintaining cooperative relationships with a variety of citizens, public and private organizations, and County personnel.

• Tourism Development: The Economic Development Agency aims to boost the local economy by attracting tourists. This involves promoting local attractions, improving infrastructure, and creating marketing campaigns to draw visitors to the area.
  
• Event Planning: Events play a crucial role in drawing visitors to the region. The agency plans to host conferences and other events that showcase the unique culture and attractions of San Bernardino County.
  

The Economic Development Agency provides a variety of programs and services designed to attract new industry to San Bernardino County, as well as retain existing businesses. The objective is to maximize employment opportunities and increase capital investment throughout the region. Economic Development plays important role in ensuring San Bernardino County is well positioned to support expected resident and business growth. Economic Development provides vital resources for residents and businesses, create a solid platform for investment, and ensure an inviting environment for Corporate America when considering a location for their operations.

For more detailed information, please refer to the Economic Development Manager job description.


This excellent opportunity for career growth also offers a lucrative compensation and benefits package that includes bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to max step, and the benefits listed below:

Benefits Overview

HEALTH BENEFITS

LEAVE PROVISIONS

RETIREMENT PERKS

• Medical & Dental: Family Coverage
• Vision: Employee + Dependent Coverage
• Premium subsidies to offset health costs
• Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses

• Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option
• 80 hours Annual Administrative Leave with cash-out option
• 11 days accruable sick leave
• 15 paid holidays
• Perfect Attendance Leave
• Flexible work schedules

• Generous pension
• Retirement reciprocity may be available!
• 401(k) with Employer Match 2x Employee Contribution up to 8%
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Medical Trust (RMT)

DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long-Term Disability
Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement

For more information, review the Employee Benefits Summary

Modified Benefit Option: As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides a 4% increase above the base rate of pay with modified benefits. For more detailed information, refer to the MBO - Exempt BbOU .

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet BOTH the Education and Experience requirements:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution* in business or public administration, economics, behavioral science, marketing, or a closely related field.

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EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of full-time equivalent professional experience ineconomic, workforce, or community development, tourism, or event planning. Experience should include conducting tourism related activities, event planning along with strategic marketing, and collaboration and relationship building with business leaders and community stakeholders; business attraction and retention; entrepreneurship development; overseeing budgets; and researching, collecting and analyzing economic and tourism related data.

--AND--

One (1) year of full-scope supervision responsibilities (experience may be concurrent).

*Note: Qualifying degrees must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Economic Development, Event Planning, Tourism Marketing and will possess the ability to understand and interpret laws and legislation as they relate to and impact economic and workforce development.

In addition, the ideal candidate will be a self-starter, demonstrating continued improvement and professional growth, while employing excellent written and verbal communication skills, and exhibiting superior personal interaction skills.

Selection Process

Application Procedure:
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time . Applications will be accepted continuously until filled.

Apply by 5:00PM, Friday, July 25, 2025, for Priority Consideration for 1st Round Interviews

Examination Procedure:

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Do not refer to a resume as it will not be reviewed .

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you require technical assistance , please follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veteran's Preference Policy .

Please follow this link for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .

Exempt Unit-Group C

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits, please click here .

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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