Director of Community and Economic Development

Job Description

With a growing population of over 100,000 residents, the City of Tracy lies at the intersection of its past and future. Just an hour’s drive from the cities of San Francisco, San Jose, and Sacramento, Tracy is geographically located in the heart of California’s Central Valley and at the center of a triangle formed by the convergence of three major California interstate Freeways: 580, 205, and 5. The City’s centralized location offers easy freeway access to the vast recreational resources of the San Francisco Bay area, the Delta, Yosemite National Park, and Lake Tahoe. Tracy is a richly diverse, predominantly residential community where family, education, tradition, and the arts are highly valued and celebrated. Downtown festivals, parades, farmers markets, holiday celebrations, and a strong sense of community pride are as active as ever, and even more opportunities are on the horizon. Excellent school systems, low crime, a variety of affordable home ownership options, and a high quality of life are just some of the reasons so many are proud to make Tracy their home.

Under administrative direction from the Assistant City Manager, the Director of Community and Economic Development provides executive leadership and oversight for the City’s Community and Economic Development Department, including economic development, planning and building safety The Director plays a key role in advancing City priorities, supporting community growth, and delivering high-quality services to residents and the business community. The City of Tracy is seeking a passionate, strategic, and collaborative leader with a strong record of success in community and economic development, municipal planning, building safety, and complex public-sector operations to serve as the Director of Community and Economic Development. This leader will understand the opportunities and challenges of a growing community and be energized by the opportunity to help shape Tracy’s future.

The annual salary range for the Director of Community and Economic Development is $208,847.81 - $253,651.31; placement within this range is dependent on qualifications and experience. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Mr. Jon Lewis at (916) 784-9080.

Filing Deadline: October 18, 2026