City of Princeton, Texas

City Manager
Salary: $219,647.65 to $351,436.14
Princeton provides a strong benefits package.
First review of applications: October 2, 2026.

The City of Princeton, TX is seeking a City Manager to lead one of the nation's fastest-growing communities. Following unprecedented growth and the recent lifting of a temporary development moratorium, Princeton is poised for its next chapter and seeks a leader who can guide the organization through rapid expansion while preserving its strong sense of community. Reporting to the City Council, the City Manager will oversee a growing organization responsible for supporting a population projected to double over the next decade.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and highly visible leader with a proven record of success in fast-growing municipal environments. Princeton seeks someone who communicates openly, builds trust, develops talent, and aligns departments. This is an exceptional opportunity for a servant leader passionate about building organizations, developing people, and helping shape the future of a dynamic, rapidly evolving Texas community.

View the full brochure and apply through CPS HR Consulting at: https://cpshr.us/recruitment/2663

For questions, contact:
Abby Ackers
Principal Executive Recruiter
CPS HR Consulting
(916) 471-3422
[email protected]

To view an online brochure for this position visit: https://online.flipbuilder.com/kper/fwvp
City of Princeton, Texas website: https://princetontx.gov

The City of Princeton is an equal opportunity employer.

 One Southern Indiana (1si) expects this position to be primarily responsible for conducting and supervising the activities associated with the economic development operations of the organization, including developing and implementing the organization's economic development strategy and metrics of success, business creation, attraction, and retention and expansion.

This Vice President, Chief Economic Development Officer position will supervise the Sr. Director of Business Development, Sr. Economic Development Specialist, Economic Development Specialist/MMA Liaison and the Small Business Navigator. In collaboration with Human Resources, develop staff professional development activities and performance-based training plans and ensure staff, space and materials are adequate for meeting performance expectations. Additionally, this position may oversee and manage all aspects of the organization in cooperation with the President/CEO.

As Vice President, this position may serve as the lead authority for the organization when authorized by the President/CEO. This position serves as a member of the Executive Team, and thereby shares responsibility for organizational leadership.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Vice President Functions:
• Serve as the lead authority for the organization when authorized by the President/CEO
• Represent 1si in all aspects of the organization, including policy discussion, legislative testimony, and media interviews, as assigned
• Serve as a member of the Executive Team, and thereby share responsibility for organizational leadership

Chief Economic Development Officer Functions:
• Develop/upgrade relations with all economic development partners (regional, state, national, etc.)
• Coordinate with President/CEO and staff on workforce development and education efforts to support existing industry and business attraction needs
•Supervise Sr. Director of Business Development; Sr. Economic Development Specialist; Economic Development Specialist/MMA Liaison; Small Business Navigator; and any additional economic development staff or interns
•Responsible for lead generation, tracking, coordination, and management; include updates in Forge or other softwareWork to support the efforts of the VP of Strategic Partnerships with existing or potential investor communications
• Coordinate all press announcements and releases concerning economic development projects and/or closures
• Keep President/CEO abreast of all economic development activities and/or issues and engage in policy-related conversations as necessary
• Participate in strategy and goal setting for economic development metrics
• Report economic development activities to appropriate board and/or committee members (Board of Directors, Executive Board, Economic Development Council, EDC Executive Council, Investor Relations, etc.)
• In collaboration with the Chief Financial Officer, responsible for developing an annual economic development and small business services budgets, managing the ED and small business services budgets, and updating monthly budgetary forecasts
• Manage the Economic Development Council and EDC Executive Council, including but not limited to: agenda preparation, meeting facilitation, topics and/or speakers, etc.
Strategic and Succession Planning Functions:
• Assist in the review and standardization of personnel procedures to improve efficiency of operations
• Identify training needs of direct reports through performance evaluations and individual development plans
• Recommend or initiate personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, discharges and disciplinary actions
• Identify challenges impacting the economic development talent base and propose succession planning
• Monitor procedures for the assessment of talent for selection and succession management, to ensure their alignment within the organization
• Partner with the President/CEO and Human Resources to ensure alignment and linking of succession plans with other Human Resources initiatives
• Plan and implement strategic activities of the department to ensure economic development product inventories such as workforce and development sites

Business Attraction Services:
• Lead all business attraction projects and marketing for new business development for Clark, Floyd, and Scott Counties, as well as other contracted geographies
• Provide "first contact" with all prospects/projects in a timely manner
• Work with economic development and marketing staff to ensure accurate and effective marketing and outreach materials (print and electronic)
• Arrange and host prospect/project visits - ensuring all project needs are met and contacts made
• Oversee inventory of sites and buildings database

Business Retention & Expansion Services:
• Oversee and guide all components of existing Business Retention and Expansion program
• Oversee management of the Metro Manufacturing Alliance and its activities
• Participate in business crisis and opportunity responses
• Provide all follow-up activities and ensure expectations are met

Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Real Estate, Economics, Economic Development, Finance, Urban Planning, or a closely related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience relevant to the major duties/essential functions of the position (Economic Development, Real Estate Development, and/or Community Redevelopment)
• Two (2) years of experience in supervisory/managerial capacity

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS
• Proven experience in the use and application of analytics to influence investment decisions, program design, marketing strategies, and public policy
• Customer/Provider Relations - Understand the essentials of customer satisfaction and apply it in the process of servicing the customer; communicate customer feedback to management for action; understand and follow internal processes to respond to customer needs; suggest improvements or issues with processes; answer all inquiries on a timely basis
• Demonstrated ability to motivate stakeholders and partners toward shared objectives
• Related experience in developing, implementing, and enforcing personnel policies, procedures; manage, coach, and evaluate employees, and conduct performance evaluations
• Strong interpersonal, writing, and presentation skills including the ability to communicate with all levels of management and audiences with diverse backgrounds and educational levels; ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to take independent actions and calculated risks; respond promptly to customer needs, seek opportunities to improve processes, and implement creative solutions
• Develop innovative approaches and ideas; present ideas and information in a manner that persuades positive interaction
• Strong analytic and research skills including the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Provide full attention to what other people are saying, respectfully communicate by taking time to understand the points being made and ask questions at appropriate times to obtain clarification
Excel in prioritizing daily functions and dealing with multiple deadlines and high volumes of work; plan work activities for employees and/or sales campaigns and develop realistic action plans
• Display original thinking and creativity; meet challenges with resourcefulness; generate suggestions for improving work; develop innovative approaches and ideas
• Ability to interpret information in company provided programs to identify Key Performance Indicators and utilize to enhance employee performance and productivity
• A self-starter, assertive demeanor and lifelong learner
• Understand basic business financial statements and reports
• Understanding of state and local government operations and programs
• MS Office proficient; use keyboard, laptop, projection equipment, and other office equipment with proficiency
• Ability to travel for the role as required

NONESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
These are desirable, but not necessary, aspects of the job.
• CEcD Designation
• Chamber of Commerce experience and knowledge of operations

ESSENTIAL WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
• Flexibility to work in a traditional office environment, remote office environment and offsite at events
• Ability to self-transport from office to 1si functions and possible errands
• Dress for this position is business casual or business attire (unless the day's tasks require otherwise); a clean, professional, well-groomed appearance is expected

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS
• Senior Director of Business Development
• Sr. Economic Development Specialist
• Economic Development Specialist/MMA Liaison
• Small Business Navigator
• All 1si team members as needed and directed by President/CEO and complimentary to the Chief Financial Officer, VP of Operations, and VP of Strategic Partnerships

Send resume to: Susan Alexander ([email protected])

If you bring a track record in fund development, operational leadership, or scaling mission-driven organizations, and a passion for bold regional impact, we invite you to explore the leadership of a not-so-quiet economic revolution here in St. Louis, Missouri!

ABOUT ARCH GRANTS
Arch Grants has been disrupting the status quo in economic development since its inception with a mission to transform the Saint Louis economy - attracting and retaining extraordinary entrepreneurs, one cohort at a time. As a 501(c)(3), Arch Grants is passionate about accelerating place-based economic development via equity-free startup funding. Best known for its global Startup Competition, Arch Grants has now funded 291 companies that have gone on to create 4,000+ jobs, commercialize 7,000+ products, land 300+ patents, attract $894M+ in capital raised, and generate $1.3B+ in revenue.

In addition to non-dilutive cash awards, Arch Grants offers unparalleled resources and structured support, aimed at multiplying the success of its early-stage startups by driving capital, credibility and strategic introductions. Be it connections to accelerator programs, venture capital firms, angel investors, mentors, Arch Grants programming, or even local enterprise customers, the data has shown the majority of founders choose to stay, hire, and reinvest in Saint Louis.

Beyond its startup success stories, Arch Grants has not only proven that the maturation of an ecosystem where bold ideas take root, scale rapidly, and attract national attention is possible, but also stepped into close collaboration with key ecosystem partners, including local chambers, major universities, ag-tech and geospatial hubs, and other community conveners to attract and retain high-growth startups, high-potential talent, and business opportunity to Saint Louis.

In alignment with its next set of strategic and financial goals, Arch Grants is excited to announce its need for a Chief Executive Officer. As Arch Grants' first-ever CEO, you will help define this role and shape the organization's next chapter: a rare opportunity to build rather than inherit. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will provide focused strategic leadership across operations, fund development and organizational growth.

Leading a talented team of 8-10 internal employees and an annual operating budget of approximately $3.6 million, with an endowment and investment portfolio of approximately $23 million, Arch Grants' CEO will safeguard the organization's mission, align ambitious programming with internal capacity, and maintain operational and financial stability. The CEO will also elevate Arch Grants' national profile by cultivating donors and strategic partners, diversifying funding sources, and securing multi-year financial commitments that support long-term sustainability. Learn more at www.archgrants.org.

YOUR MISSION AS CEO

• EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP + MISSION STEWARDSHIP - In close partnership with the Arch Grants Board of Directors, you will drive executive leadership and organizational insight to inform strategic decision making. You will translate strategy into actionable goals and lead focused and accountable execution. You will protect against mission creep, ensuring new programs align with organizational purpose, capabilities and desired impact. You will facilitate Board engagement through timely, transparent communications on all strategic, financial and fiduciary matters.

• FUND DEVELOPMENT + FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY - As a driving force behind the organization's financial sustainability, you will lead and align key staff, Board members, and stakeholders around a comprehensive development strategy. You will expand and diversify the funding base, encompassing stewardship of major gifts, foundation and corporate relations, planned giving, strategic partners and advancement operations to secure multi-year commitments and endowment growth. Own full P&L responsibility, including budget, forecasting, cash flow, and financial controls to ensure Arch Grants is positioned for desired impact.

• TEAM LEADERSHIP + OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE - Lead, develop and align a talented internal team, ensuring a culture of collaboration, accountability, and recognition. Own the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of Arch Grants' programs, scaled to capacity and aligned with organizational mission. Own internal ops, technology, data, systems, and all third-party partners to support execution, decision making, and growth.

• NATIONAL PROFILE: PARTNERSHIPS & EXTERNAL RELATIONS - Serving as chief ambassador, you will elevate brand and visibility, positioning Arch Grants as a national voice on entrepreneurship, economic development and founder attraction. Cultivate meaningful relationships with community and civic leaders, venture networks, corporate partners, and ecosystem colleagues. Serve as the public face of the organization, representing Arch Grants to increase awareness of its model, impact, and role in attracting entrepreneurs and early-stage business to Saint Louis.

• IMPACT + GROWTH - Track economic and community impact through measurement of metrics that matter, reflecting Arch Grants' role as a catalyst in economic transformation through entrepreneurship and regional retention. Oversee annual reporting, multi-year cohort tracking, founder feedback, and periodic third-party economic impact analysis.

IS THIS A MATCH FOR YOU?
 • You have a passion for the mission of Arch Grants, including a fundamental belief in the power of an entrepreneurial ecosystem to foster economic growth. You consider yourself a builder of process, products, and people and fundraising strategist who thrives on making the next chapter of an organization's vision come to life.

• You have gained 10-15+ years of progressive senior leadership experience spanning strategy, operations, and resource development, and management of people, processes, programs, and organizational resources. Experience must include no less than 5 years of direct team oversight, including an ability to inspire and motivate, manage conflict, and foster a healthy organizational culture.

• You bring a proven track record in leading transformational fund development initiatives, including an ability to secure multi-year gifts and the strategy to diversify fund sources. Equivalent experience leading strategic growth initiatives in an entrepreneurial, venture, or economic-development context is also welcome. Prior experience managing high-level donors and prospects capable of six- and seven-figure gifts is required. Development of strategic partnerships, foundation and corporate relations, and grant funding also desired. Evidence of a data-driven approach to fundraising a must-have.

• You are well-versed in proactively communicating with internal and external stakeholders. You confidently interact with team at all levels and react with diplomacy and tact. You bring experience communicating a vision and prospective road map to key stakeholders and community constituents. Ability to build bridges between like-minded organizations to foster collaboration, drive open communication and cooperative partnerships desired.

• You are willing to serve as a hands-on leader, with the ability and desire to flex between strategic and tactical priorities. Superior project management skills, an ability to support organization-wide strategic planning efforts, and a bold, proactive mindset are required.

• You are committed to building an inclusive organizational culture and believe that attracting a wide range of talented entrepreneurs and organizational stakeholders will further our success.

• You have developed a solid business acumen, prior P&L responsibility and strong technology skills. Four-year college degree required or equivalent executive leadership experience. MBA or graduate degree, a plus.

WHY JOIN US?

• MAKE A FOREVER IMPACT IN SAINT LOUIS - Become part of a mission that is changing the economic reality and community landscape in the Saint Louis region. Build the leadership fabric of tomorrow in the Saint Louis community.

• WE ARE EVOLVING AS AN ORGANIZATION - As an organization, evolution is at our core. We believe it is critical to achieving our ongoing strategic and economic development goals. We are seeking a leader with a shared vision, along with the drive and fundraising expertise to support Arch Grants on its journey to a next set of critical milestones.

WORK LOCATION + TRAVEL + RELOCATION
This position requires a consistent in-person presence at our primary office location in Saint Louis, Missouri. Ability and willingness to attend evening events and to travel as needed on a limited basis is required. Travel outside the local area is estimated at 10%. Relocation stipend available and immediate relocation will be desired.

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

The CEO position offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary commensurate with experience in the range of $190,000.00 to approximately $300,000.00, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life, accident, STD, LTD, paid time off, professional development, and retirement plan with match. Placement within the compensation range will reflect the selected candidate's experience and qualifications and the Board's compensation benchmarking.

TO APPLY
Apply via LinkedIn or online at www.occhiosearch.com. We ask that you direct all questions, candidate referrals, and applications to our retained search consultants at Occhio Search & Recruitment. All inquiries held in strict confidence. Arch Grants is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all applicants. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please let us know. As needed, please contact [email protected], [email protected], or [email protected].

Arch Grants is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome differences in form of gender, race, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, socioeconomic status, age, political affiliation, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and veteran status. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and we look forward to hearing from you!

The Role: Leading Waco's Next Economic Development Chapter

The City of Waco has retained Mackenzie Eason to assist in the recruitment of Chief Economic Development Officer.

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 skills to operate successfully in a relationship-driven community.

The Business Investment Manager supports efforts to position the Pittsburgh region as a competitive location for business retention, expansion, and attraction. The role combines business engagement, stakeholder coordination, and project management to support business recruitment and retention efforts across priority industry sectors.

This role is best suited for a professional who:
* Demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing economic vitality, growth, and opportunity in the 10-county Pittsburgh region.
* Brings a solutions-oriented approach to engaging diverse stakeholders.
* Effectively manages projects while building and sustaining strong business relationships.
* Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced, deadline-oriented, mission-driven environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Project and Portfolio Management
* Supports project management activities within priority growth sectors (e.g., Robotics/Artificial Intelligence, Life Sciences, Energy, Advanced Manufacturing), advancing strategies that support business attraction and retention in the region.
Client and Stakeholder Engagement
* Serves as a relationship manager for corporate clients, site selectors, and economic development partners, guiding them through the active project process.
* Establishes partnerships with state and county agencies, business leaders, real estate professionals, utility providers, and academic and research institutions to align regional efforts and support successful project outcomes.

Project Activation and Business Development
* Coordinates responses to requests for information (RFIs) and other project activation efforts.
* Plans and executes site visits.
* Participates in national and international trade shows, conferences, meetings, and related business development events.

Data Integration and Business Case Development
* Utilizes economic, real estate, and workforce data to develop business cases and support prospect decision-making processes.

Systems and Process Management
* Utilizes systems and tools such as Salesforce, PA SITES, CoStar, MailChimp, and Teams to track project activity and maintain stakeholder in Research teams to ensure a consistent, data-informed business attraction message.
* Supports other Allegheny Conference teams as needed.

EDUCATION
* Bachelor's degree required.

EXPERIENCE
* 1-3 years of professional experience in business development, commercial real estate, corporate investment, or economic development.
* Strong analytical, presentation, and relationship management skills.

TRAVEL REQUIRED
* In-region and out-of-state travel is required for meetings, events, and other activities. This includes driving prospects to events and sites in support of their project goals.

Salary Description
$68,200-$75,000