Community & Economic Development Director Job at City of Antioch, Antioch, CA

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  • City of Antioch
  • Antioch, CA

Job Description

Joining the City of Antioch's executive team offers a unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant, forward-thinking community dedicated to shaping its future. As a key member of the team, you'll play an integral role in driving meaningful change and fostering growth in a city with rich history and exciting potential. Antioch is committed to enhancing quality of life for its residents, with a focus on sustainable development, public services, and community engagement. By working alongside passionate colleagues and leaders, you'll have the chance to make a lasting impact, influence policy, and contribute to the city's vision of a thriving, inclusive, and innovative future. It's an exciting time to join Antioch — where your leadership and expertise can truly make a difference!

Under general administrative direction, plans, directs, manages, and oversees the activities and operations of the Community and Economic Development Department. This includes land use planning, building inspection, housing and neighborhood improvement, environmental programs, and economic development initiatives to promote community vitality and expand the local economy. The Department also includes the Engineering Division's land development function, providing integrated oversight of development review, infrastructure coordination, and project implementation. Coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager.

Qualifications

EDUCATION — A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, planning, economics, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE — Six years of increasingly responsible economic and/or community development experience, including three years of management and administrative responsibility.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE — Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.

To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please send a compelling cover letter and your detailed resume electronically to: ***email_hidden*** by May 23, 2026.

Should you have any questions regarding this position or the recruitment process, please contact Joe Gorton at (707) 628-6846.

Job Tags

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