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Community and Economic Development Director - Fairmont

League of Minnesota Cities

  • Fairmont, MN
  • 15 days ago
  • $119,662–$132,475 Per Year

Highlights

Under the general supervision of the City Administrator, the Community & Economic Development Director is responsible for organizing and directing the full range of the City's community development operations as they relate to planning, zoning, and economic development, residential and commercial ordinance administration, property maintenance codes and enforcement, developing and implementing a Lakes Management Plan, and other special plans, projects, and authorities/commissions. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Economic Development, Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, or related field, and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in planning, economic development, community development, housing, and/or redevelopment, including some supervisory experience.

Numbers & Facts

LocationFairmont, MN
Salary$119,662–$132,475 Per Year

Description

Community and Economic Development Director - Fairmont

Salary

$119,662.00 - $151,715.00 Annually

Location

Fairmont

Job Type

FT

Job Number

Fairmont

Department

Not Applicable

Opening Date

10/13/2026

Closing Date

11/11/2026 11:59 PM Central

  • Description
  • Benefits

Job Posting

The City of Fairmont is accepting applications for a Community and Economic Development Director.

Under the general supervision of the City Administrator, the Community & Economic Development Director is responsible for organizing and directing the full range of the City's community development operations as they relate to planning, zoning, and economic development, residential and commercial ordinance administration, property maintenance codes and enforcement, developing and implementing a Lakes Management Plan, and other special plans, projects, and authorities/commissions. This position will also supervise Community Development Department personnel.

Hiring Range: $119,662 to $132,475 (Full Range: $119,662 to $151,715)

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA/FSA options, life and disability insurance, PERA retirement, paid leave, and wellness resources

Application Deadline: November 11, 2026

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Economic Development, Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, or related field, and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in planning, economic development, community development, housing, and/or redevelopment, including some supervisory experience.

Apply: Visit https://daviddrown.hiringplatform.com/432792-fairmont-community-and-economic-development-director/1627703-application-form/en and complete the application process by November 11, 2026. Finalists will be selected on November 25, 2026, and final interviews will be held on December 9, 2026.

Please direct any questions to Liza Donabauer at liza@daviddrown.com or 612-920-3320 x111.

Benefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.

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