Department: The Arts, Business & Culture Department is responsible for fostering Salisbury's thriving economic climate through supporting business, expanding economic opportunity, promoting artistic expression, hosting unique experiences, and maintaining regional attractions such as the Salisbury Zoo and Poplar Hill Mansion. By producing signature events, facilitating business incentives, and collaborating with stakeholders, this department strives to make Salisbury a place where arts, business, and culture intersect and flourish.
Profile: Under the general direction of the Director of the Arts, Business and Culture Department, the Economic Development Manager leads the development plans, policies, programs and strategies that balance the goals and interests of the City of Salisbury, property and business owners, residents, visitors, government agencies and community groups. This includes, but not limited to, areas of strategic planning, economic development, business retention and expansion, marketing/business attraction, small business and entrepreneurship support, community development and workforce development to generate economic growth and d impact in Downtown Salisbury. Perform other duties as assigned.
