ECONOMIC MOBILITY MANAGER
This position has the potential for a flexible work arrangement. This is a 30-month Grant funded position through the International City/County Management Association (ICMA).

GENERAL SUMMARY
The purpose of this job is to lead county-wide efforts to advance economic mobility and opportunity for all residents. Reporting to the County Administrator/Controller, the Economic Mobility Manager is a systems thinker who develops strategic roadmaps, aligns cross-sector initiatives, and bridges economic development with community development. The position emphasizes community engagement through participatory design, ensuring resident voices are central to planning and implementation. The role also involves building partnerships, overseeing programs, securing funding, and representing the County at local and national professional forums.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Design, draft, and implement a comprehensive economic mobility roadmap that aligns strategies across government, nonprofit, business, and community sectors.
Coordinate initiatives across county departments (housing, workforce development, education, transportation, etc.) to ensure integrated approaches.
Serve as a facilitator linking economic development and community development to ensure strategies are mutually supportive.
Convene and facilitate workshops, stakeholder meetings, and co-design labs with residents and partners to co-create program solutions.
Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with municipalities, community organizations, and businesses.
Guide the rollout and oversight of programs/pilot projects such as affordable housing, job training, and financial empowerment initiatives.
Develop and track metrics to evaluate impact and inform continuous improvement.
Identify and pursue grants and additional funding resources to sustain initiatives.
Represent Kalamazoo County in professional networks and at conferences (e.g., ICMA), with periodic local and national travel.
Provide regular reports and presentations to County leadership, the Board of Commissioners, and community stakeholders.
Perform related work as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree (Master’s preferred) in Public Administration, Economics, Urban Planning, Community Development, or related field.
5 to 7 years of progressive experience in economic development, community development, or related fields.
Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities
Demonstrated experience with systems thinking, strategic planning, and cross-sector collaboration.
Direct experience using participatory/co-design methodologies with community members.

Required Licenses or Certifications
None required.
Grant writing or professional certifications in planning, economic/community development, or related areas are a plus.

VETERANS are encouraged to apply. Please provide your joint services transcript with your application.

Pay Scale- 111(00) $81,744.00
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.