Executive Director at City of Pueblo Civil Service

Pueblo, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

190000.0

Posted On

06 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Urban Planning, Public Administration, Finance, Business Administration, Community Development, Team Management, Tax Increment Financing, Redevelopment Law, Land Use, Zoning, Municipal Government Processes, Public Meetings, Strategic Initiative Development, GIS, Data Analysis, Opportunity Zones

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Company Description Since 1959 Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority has helped stimulate and revitalize many local neighborhoods through their redevelopment process. Their goal continues to focus on redeveloping blighted areas and maintaining a strong urban core to enhance local businesses, improve public infrastructure, create new housing, reduce crime, and strengthen the school districts. PURA participates in development projects by offering direct incentives to private developers or by investing in public improvements in designated project areas. Each project area once served as a productive area of the community and has since become deteriorated, vacant, or underutilized and needs assistance to become a viable area of the community. Job Description On behalf of the Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority (PURA), the City of Pueblo is accepting applications for the position of Executive Director. Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority (PURA) is seeking qualified candidates to be the next Executive Director of PURA. The Executive Director serves and acts as directed by the Board of Commissioners. The Executive Director will oversee all functions and directives of the PURA Board and will lead stakeholder engagement and strategic initiatives to revitalize urban areas and foster economic development. The Executive Director will provide vision, leadership, and direction of PURA’s programs, projects, and policies, and manage PURA’s budget and financial obligations with transparency and accountability. Additionally, the Executive Director will manage daily operations assuring staff safety, facilities maintenance and security, human resource development/morale, participate and foster cross-sector partnerships with governmental agencies, developers, nonprofits, and community groups and implement strategic plans for community revitalization, redevelopment, and economic growth. The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $190,000.00. Applications will be accepted through January 24th, 2026, at www.pueblo.us/jobs This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position. Please note: This job posting is for a position with the Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority (PURA) and is not affiliated with the City of Pueblo. For inquiries, contact PURA at 719-542-2577. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited institution with specialization in urban planning, public administration, finance, business administration, In lieu of these preferred majors, verifiable years of progressively responsible experience in urban renewal or a related field may be considered.; A minimum of 5 years of experience in planning, community development or re-development with demonstrated ability to perform as outlined above. Two plus years of experience in effectively managing a diverse team Demonstrated knowledge of tax increment financing, redevelopment law, land use, zoning, and municipal government processes. Demonstrated track record of leading complex redevelopment projects. Experience managing public meetings and compliance with Colorado Sunshine Laws. Experience with strategic initiative development and implementation, specifically with operating policies and procedures, and work process improvements. Familiarity with GIS, data analysis tools, and Opportunity Zones preferred. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Apply online at www.pueblo.us/jobs. Compensation: USD130000 - USD190000 - yearly

Responsibilities

The Executive Director will oversee all functions and directives of the PURA Board, lead stakeholder engagement, and manage the budget and financial obligations. Additionally, they will manage daily operations and foster partnerships for community revitalization and economic growth.