Deputy Director of Economic Development City of Virginia Beach - 3.7 Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Full-time $105,976.00 - $164,257.60 a year 12 hours ago Qualifications Customer relationship building Client relationship development CRM system proficiency

Full Job Description Job Posting End Date:

October 7, 2026

Department :

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Compensation Grade :

Compensation Range & Starting Salary :

Pay Range:

$105,976.00 - $164,257.60. Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime) :

Yes Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

About Us :

Recognized as one of America's Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications :

The Deputy Director of Business Development will plan, direct, and supervise the execution of the economic development business attraction and retention programs, including the marketing and communications strategies that accomplish the City Council's goals of growing our economy through business expansions, capital investment, and job creation. These activities result in expanding the City's tax base and employment opportunities for its residents. Supervise business development staff; develop, monitor, and evaluate staff performance. Directly responsible for the coordination and administration of developing the business development division's marketing programs for both domestic and international business prospects that align with target industry sectors identified for enhancing the local economy. Effectiveness is evaluated annually through established performance indicators and metrics that measure economic impact. Direct the participation, representation, and advocacy for the City of Virginia Beach at meetings, conferences, and through face-to-face negotiations for domestic and international companies to consider the city for investment that will serve to grow the economy. Directly responsible for negotiations with prospects considering the City and preparing, when necessary, recommendations for an EDIP grant and presentation to the Virginia Beach Development Authority (VBDA), and at times City Council. Oversee the operations of the international offices and staff through personal contacts and reporting. Work directly with the Department Director, department staff, real estate professionals, City officials, City Council, and site location consultants to identify and effectively communicate and respond to the driving forces in the industry. Develop, direct, and oversee prospect visits and RFP submittals for prospect inquiries. Work and represent the City with the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP), and the Hampton Roads Economic Development Alliance regarding prospect visits and requirements for information for competitive analysis purposes. Create and manage the annual marketing travel calendar that outlines strategic initiatives for recruiting targeted industry sectors that meet goals to grow the economy. Direct advertising and marketing plan with PR/ Ad agency that frames city communication strategy to various constituents. The ideal candidate is a skilled professional with supervisory experience in a related field and a strong background working within a public sector municipal or government setting. Bringing expertise in collaborating directly with City Council-appointed boards, commissions, and state economic development agencies on incentive applications, as well as coordinating on prospect inquiries, requests for information, and domestic or international marketing missions. Additionally, the candidate excels at developing comprehensive domestic and international marketing campaigns, overseeing business retention and expansion activities alongside small business resource programs, and successfully implementing strategic plans for the recruitment of targeted industry sectors. Proficiency in administering a customer relationship management system and ensuring its active use among direct reports is also essential.

Additional requirements:

DMV Transcript:

Yes CDL:

No Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse:

No CPS Check:

No Physical:

No Respirator:

No Psychological Screening:

No Polygraph:

No At Will:

Yes Minimum Requirements :

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to ten (10) years in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, and associated with such positions as civil engineer, architect, or landscape architect.

Special Requirements:

All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, or other safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee's supervisor based on position assigned.

Skills :

Working Conditions :

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City's business. The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.

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E VRS Contribution :

All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace :

The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Statement:

The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.