Economic and Housing Development Manager
City of Pacifica, California
Annual Salary: $143,460–$191,364, depending on qualifications and experience

Help shape the economic and housing future of a distinctive coastal community.

The City of Pacifica seeks a strategic, collaborative, and community-minded professional to serve as its next Economic and Housing Development Manager. Located just 12 miles south of San Francisco, Pacifica combines Bay Area access with scenic beaches, expansive open space, and vibrant local business districts.

Reporting to the Assistant City Manager, this position leads initiatives that strengthen Pacifica’s economy, support local businesses, attract investment, and advance housing opportunities. The Manager works closely with City leadership, departments, residents, developers, property owners, and regional partners to turn strategic priorities into practical projects and measurable results.

Key Responsibilities
- Advance opportunity sites, including 2212 Beach Boulevard, business district revitalization, mixed-use development, and hotel investment.
- Support business retention, expansion, and attraction through relationships with merchants, property owners, brokers, and developers.
- Coordinate housing initiatives with Community Development and other partners to align housing, land use, and economic development priorities.
- Pursue grants, funding partnerships, and infrastructure financing opportunities.
- Strengthen tourism and marketing through coordinated promotion of Pacifica’s coastal assets, events, and business districts.
- Manage projects, engage community stakeholders, and prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations supporting informed decisions and long-term fiscal sustainability.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will combine economic development and housing expertise with sound judgment, strong project management skills, and an ability to build trust across diverse stakeholder groups. They will understand land use, real estate development, business support, housing policy, and funding strategies, and communicate effectively with City Council, community members, and project partners.

Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree in business administration, urban planning, public policy, or a related field, and at least five years of progressively responsible experience in economic development, housing policy, or a related field. A master’s degree is desirable and may substitute for one year of required experience. Experience securing grants and managing funding partnerships is highly desirable.

Compensation and Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, Pacifica offers CalPERS retirement, health benefits, dental and vision coverage, deferred compensation matching, paid leave, City-paid life and long-term disability insurance, and employee-paid voluntary short-term disability coverage. Benefits are subject to applicable plan provisions and labor agreements.

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The City of Pacifica is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and a respectful workplace.