Sr. Manager Economic Development

Were building a vibrant economy here in Colorado. For 157 years, weve helped take metro Denver to new heights our bustling downtown, world-class airport, and light rail system. Everything were doing now helps ensure our region will accomplish even more in the future.

A vibrant economy takes strong businesses, and were all about ensuring you have what you need to thrive : A business-friendly environment. A talented and skilled workforce. A forum for connecting and collaborating with others. We advance whats best for business and employees so the region and economy can continue to soar.

We are on our way to becoming an even better place for doing business. With our resources and support, nothing can stop businesses and leaders from always reaching higher

Position Summary :

The Senior Manager of Economic Development reports to the VP of Economic Development and plays a critical role in advancing Metro Denver EDC's mission of leading and supporting primary job creation opportunities across the nine-county Metro Denver region. The primary objective of this position is to drive business recruitment, retention, and expansion efforts that strengthen the regional economy and enhance Metro Denver's competitiveness as a premier business location. The Senior Manager will develop and execute strategic business development campaigns, manage and support high-value economic development projects from lead generation through completion, and cultivate key relationships with site selectors, corporate decision-makers, and regional partners. This role requires a results-oriented professional who excels at delivering measurable economic outcomes while collaborating across multiple stakeholders to position Metro Denver as the go-to destination for business investment and growth.

What will you do?

Business Attraction, Retention and Expansion :

• Support the VP of Economic Development in business attraction, retention, and expansion efforts for the following industry clusters : Aerospace, Aviation, Beverage Production, Bioscience, Broadcasting & Telecom, Energy, Financial Services, Healthcare & Wellness, and IT-Software,
• Provide cross-functional support for recruitment efforts of the NSF ASCEND Engine
• Oversees an Economic Development Research Specialist to support proactive business recruitment targets, outreach, and setting meetings.
• Support Metro Denver EDC's business development by conducting targeted marketing outreach to prospective companies, site selection consultants, commercial real estate brokers, and other audiences.
• Manages recruitment trips to foreign and domestic markets in order to proactively recruit qualified leads and support project site selection.
• Develop targeted business development campaigns and inform strategic business development activities.
• Develop proposals and respond to requests for information for job creation projects.
• Manage business development projects from lead generation to project announcement and completion.
• Develop relationships with site selectors and consultants through a variety of functions and activities.
• Lead follow-up on business development activities and develop methods to measure outcomes from proactive business activities.
• Position Metro Denver EDC as the go-to resource for business recruitment, retention, and expansion inquiries.

Stakeholder Relations and Partnership Development :

Strategic Initiatives and Special Projects :

Administrative and Operational Leadership :

Record Keeping and Database Management :

Operational Support :

What type of skills, competencies, and experience do you need?

Education and Experience :

Required Qualifications :

Compensation : Salary : $80,000 - $95,000

Accepting Applications and letters of interest until 2 / 13 / 2026

DENVER METRO CHAMBER BENEFITS SUMMARY

DMCC has created a workplace culture that allows our team to focus on excellent work. We are proud to offer comprehensive benefits and work continually to identify ways to improve.

Because of our commitment to fair, and equitable pay, we are guided by pay transparency. Meaning, we set salary ranges based on competitive market data. Our intent is to be up front will all candidates about the salary range for their role so candidates can be confident that they are receiving competitive wages.

The Chamber and its affiliates are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees. Employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Compensation details : 80000-95000 Yearly Salary

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