President - McAllen Economic Development Corporation, TX

Job Title:    President Classification: Exempt
Reports to:   Board of Directors Date Updated: 8/21/2024
The President of the McAllen Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) performs professional 
management and administrative work in planning, organizing, coordinating, and executing economic 
development programs under the direction of the Board of Directors and McAllen City Commission. The 
President will be responsible for conducting and supervising the daily activities of the MEDC team 
of professionals, including the development and implementation of a Board- approved, 
industrial-focused economic development strategic plan, business recruitment, retention, and 
expansion efforts, land and building development, international trade and foreign direct 
investment, as well as special projects as assigned by the MEDC Board of Directors and McAllen City 
Commission.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Implement all policies adopted by the MEDC Board of Directors and shall manage and direct the 
operation of the business of the MEDC and its employees.
2. Lead the identification, attraction, management and successful recruitment of new industrial 
business prospects, supply chain development, business retention and expansion activities, 
including but not limited to the development of an international trade and foreign direct 
investment attraction and implementation strategy.
3. Preside at all meetings of the members and execute any deeds, mortgages, bonds, contracts, or 
other instruments which the MEDC Board of Directors have authorized to be executed, except in cases 
where the signing and execution thereof shall be expressly delegated by the MEDC Board or by the 
MEDC's Bylaws.

4. Collaborate, support and communicate with the City of McAllen Board of Commissioners and 
management.

5. Prepare a recommended list of measurable goals for the Board's consideration annually;
implement said goals and provide the Board with progress updates.

6. Prepare, present, administer and oversee an annual balanced budget to be adopted by the MEDC 
Board of Directors.

7. Maintain accurate and complete records of all client projects and incentive packages; administer 
approved incentive programs.
8. Propose and develop policies to stimulate expansion of existing businesses and existing 
investments in McAllen by making and maintaining regular contact, including guidance through the 
development process including financing advice regarding federal, state, and local grant and 
assistance programs.

9. In conjunction with the Board of Directors and City Commission, prepare, implement, and 
administer short term and long-range, strategic economic development planning.

10. Conduct necessary research, marketing and site facilitating programs to enhance economic 
development and job growth within McAllen and the surrounding area with an awareness and concern 
for mitigation of negative impacts of development, if any, on the natural environment.

11. Engage outside agencies and the public including developers, members of the business community, 
and citizens' groups to explain and promote the MEDC's services, programs, policies, procedures, 
goals, and objectives related to economic development.

12. Interact with federal, state, and local government officials, Chamber of Commerce and 
Convention  and  Visitors  Bureau  representatives,  private-sector  companies,  economic 
development professionals, economic development networks/associations, and any others to effect 
changes in governmental and/or administrative policies to encourage commercial expansion as well as 
new development.

13. Performs other duties as assigned/directed by the MEDC Board of Directors and McAllen City 
Commission.

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities on a regular 
basis by the employee. It should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are similar 
in nature and level of difficulty.

Minimum Qualifications
•  Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, International Relations, or a 
related field from an accredited college or university. Degree may be substituted with five (5) 
years of relevant administrative and management experience.
•  Knowledge of and experience with economic development programs or non-profit 
management.
•  Strong analytical, organizational, and financial skills.
•  Ability to appropriately utilize and maintain confidential information.
•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to prepare and present concise 
and effective reports/presentations.
•  Knowledge of trends, developments, and techniques in the economic development field.
•  Ability to represent MEDC and the City of McAllen in an ethical and professional manner at all 
times.
• Bondable.

•  Flexibility and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.
•  Proficiency in computers, including the Office Suite, and ability to use office 
equipment.
•  Valid Texas driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications
•  Proficiency in the Spanish language.
•  Proven track record of success in economic development or related business leadership.
•  Experience in the successful leadership and mentorship of a high-performing, industrial-focused 
team of professionals.

McAllen Economic Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants 
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national 
origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. 
All applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug and background screening.