Economic Development Director
City of Del Rio, Texas

Are you a visionary, bilingual economic development professional who thrives in cross-cultural environments and excels at creating opportunity across borders? If so, apply to be Del Rio’s next Economic Development Director! We’re looking for an exceptional leader who is:

  • Skilled at building relationships across public and private sectors
  • Experienced in economic development strategy and implementation
  • Comfortable operating in dynamic, binational settings

Del Rio is a vibrant border city with more than 35,000 residents, blending small-town charm with dynamic economic potential. Located just 152 miles west of San Antonio and six miles from the Rio Grande, Del Rio is directly connected to its sister city, Ciudad Acuña, via the Del Rio–Ciudad Acuña International Bridge. Del Rio is proud of its diverse cultural identity, welcoming spirit, and strong sense of community. With affordable housing, excellent schools, and access to outdoor recreation, it’s a great place to live and work. 

The Economic Development Department provides leadership in business retention, attraction, and growth. The department also oversees Main Street and works closely with the Type B Economic Development Corporation. Reporting to the City Manager, the new Economic Development Director will:

  • Lead regional job creation and investment initiatives
  • Coordinate cross-border efforts with Ciudad Acuña and binational partners
  • Facilitate commercial and industrial recruitment efforts
  • Collaborate with Retail Coach on expanding retail opportunities
  • Spearhead planning for a second international bridge project and work to bring additional commercial airline service to the region

Required qualifications for this position include:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Economics, Planning, or related field
  • Minimum 5 years of related economic development experience
  • Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License
  • Ability to obtain Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) accreditation
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) 

Preferred qualifications include:

  • Master’s degree (may substitute for 2 years of experience)
  • CEcD accreditation
  • Experience in binational or international economic development initiatives

The salary range for this position is $95,000–$120,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Please apply online: https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment-employer-resources/open-recruitments

For more information on this position, contact:
Marsha Reed, Senior Vice President
MarshaReed@GovernmentResource.com | 806-789-9641