Chief Economic Development Officer
City of Waco Waco, TX, United States
- Location: Waco, TX, United States
- Categories: Administration and Management, Community and Economic Development
- Job Type:
- Posted: Sep 11, 2026
Job Description:
Chief Economic Development Officer
Description
SummaryThe City of Waco has retained Mackenzie Eason to assist in the recruitment of Chief Economic Development Officer.
Visit the Mackenzie Eason website HERE for more information and to apply for this position.
THE CITY OF WACO SEEKS:
A Chief Economic Development Officer (CEDO) to direct the functions of Economic Development (ED). This multifaceted position requires a visionary leader with a strategic mindset, exceptional management skills, and a passion for promoting and facilitating economic development to enhance the city's economic health and vitality. Waco is seeking a seasoned economic development professional with strong technical knowledge, mature judgment, and the interpersonal skill to operate successfully in a relationship-driven community.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in planning, Social Sciences, Business, Public Administration, or a related field and 7 years' experience in community development and regulatory program management; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid Texas Driver's License
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The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.
To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.
Why Work For Waco:
- Meaningful and challenging work
- Make a difference and improve communities
- Competitive Salary and Benefits
- Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
- Education Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance
- Longevity Pay
- And More!
- Chance to do work you are passionate about
- Desire to give back