Assistant Director-Economic Development

JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

STATUS: FULL-TIME/ EXEMPT

COMPENSATION TYPE: SALARY

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Related Field) required Experience: Minimum of five (5) years related work experience is required. Licensing: Driver's License required

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Tomball Economic Development Corporation is seeking an experienced, collaborative economic development professional to serve as Assistant Director. This senior leadership role helps advance business investment, job creation, workforce initiatives, and strategic economic development priorities in Tomball. The Assistant Director works closely with the Executive Director, supervises a multidisciplinary team, and plays a central role in delivering projects and programs that strengthen the local economy. This position performs complex professional and managerial work involving significant discretion, confidentiality, financial and policy analysis, cross-functional coordination, and accountability for program and project outcomes. The Assistant Director manages assigned initiatives and staff while supporting the Executive Director in organizational leadership and operations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the TEDC Executive Director. Directly supervises assigned professional and administrative staff, providing leadership, work direction, performance management, professional development, and coordination of departmental priorities. May carry out delegated management responsibilities during the Executive Director's absence, consistent with TEDC policies and authority.