Located just 15 miles southwest of Houston along the Brazos River, the City of Richmond offers a delightful blend of small-town warmth, modern convenience, and historic charm. Despite being a short drive from Houston’s bustling urban core, Richmond retains a welcoming, small-town atmosphere, with about 13,859 residents living within its 4.4 square miles.

The City of Richmond is a home-rule community operating under a commission-manager form of government, combining the political leadership of elected officials with the managerial experience of an appointed local government manager. The Richmond Commission consists of a mayor and four at-large commission positions

The City of Richmond seeks a strategic and results-driven leader to serve as the next head of the Development Corporation of Richmond. As the official advocate for the business, real estate, and development communities, the Development Corporation of Richmond is a dedicated resource that facilitates growth and business expansion in the city. The department’s staff of two assists with due diligence reports equipped with real-time city information, real estate data, and market intelligence to connect private sector enterprises with city goals.

This position requires a bachelor’s degree in public administration, urban planning, business administration, real estate development, or a related field and 5 years of experience in economic development, business retention, real estate brokerage, retail development, or municipal government. Education above a bachelor’s degree may also be substituted for two years of experience.

Municipal experience is a plus, as are any certifications focused on economic development, including certified economic developer, economic development finance professional, and/or certified commercial investment member. The selected candidate must also hold a valid Texas driver’s license throughout their tenure.

The City of Richmond is offering a salary range of $120,000 to $150,000 for this position, commensurate with education and experience.

Deadline for the first review of applications: 4/13/25

Please apply online at: https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment-employers/open-recruitments/richmond-tx-economic-development-director

For more information on this position, contact:

Clay Pearson, Senior Vice President

ClayPearson@governmentresource.com

817-337-8581