Director of Economic Development Authority

• Lead Frederick County’s economic development strategy, including long-range planning to support business growth, investment attraction, tax base expansion, and high-quality job creation.

• Oversee the inventory, assessment, and advancement of commercial and industrial sites, with a focus on site readiness, infrastructure coordination, and accelerating speed-to-market.

• Establish and manage public-private partnerships (P3s) to support site development and infrastructure improvements, while negotiating development agreements and incentive packages.

• Serve as the primary liaison between developers, property owners, brokers, and County departments (planning, engineering, utilities) to streamline development processes.

• Execute proactive business recruitment, retention, and expansion strategies, including direct engagement with site selectors, corporate executives, and local employers.

• Manage inbound inquiries, RFP responses, prospect tours, and project pipeline activity while promoting Frederick County as a competitive investment location.

• Collaborate with educational institutions, workforce partners, and regional organizations to align talent development with employer needs.

• Maintain a highly visible presence in the business and development community through active engagement with industry partners, civic organizations, and regional economic development stakeholders.

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce, Winchester Regional Airport, Small Business Development Center, and the Winchester-Frederick County Convention and Visitors Bureau.

• Provide regular reporting to County Administration, the EDA Board, and the Board of Supervisors on project pipeline activity, BRE efforts, and site readiness status.

• Manage all administrative aspects of the department, including personnel, budgeting, and County processes

• Comprehensive knowledge of economic development principles and practices, with strong expertise in public-private partnerships, infrastructure financing, and incentive negotiation. 
• Advanced understanding of real estate development cycles and familiarity with state-level incentive programs and regulatory processes. 
• Proven ability to develop and communicate long-term economic strategies, supported by excellent public speaking, presentation, and interpersonal skills. 
• Strong political acumen with experience working effectively with elected officials and diverse stakeholder groups while representing the community in public and professional settings.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of the job successfully. Requires light physical effort working almost exclusively with lightweight materials (up to 20 pounds), including but not limited to walking, talking, stooping, sitting, kneeling, bending, reaching, and gripping. Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines, and observing general surroundings and activities. Occasional evening and weekend work is required. Modest domestic travel required.

To learn more about Frederick County, Virginia employee benefits, please visit the following webpage:https://www.fcva.us/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits 

All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities. Frederick County Virginia Government is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The County’s EEO Utilization Report is available at www.fcva.us/jobs

Salary : $135,713 - $223,683