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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director remote economic development in the United States is $123,934.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,500.00 and $153,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Remote Economic Development vs Economic Development Manager?

AspectDirector Remote Economic DevelopmentEconomic Development Manager
CredentialsBachelor's degree; often advanced degrees in economics, urban planning, or related fieldsBachelor's degree; relevant experience may suffice
Work EnvironmentRemote or hybrid, strategic planning, leadership rolesOn-site or hybrid, project management, community engagement
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, economic development organizations, private sectorLocal government, chambers of commerce, economic development agencies

The main difference is that the Director Remote Economic Development typically holds a senior, strategic leadership role with a focus on high-level planning and remote work flexibility, while the Economic Development Manager is more involved in project execution and community engagement, often working on-site. Both roles require relevant credentials and are used across similar organizations, but the director position emphasizes strategic oversight and remote work capabilities.

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Infographic showing various Director Remote Economic Development job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,934 per year, or $59.6 per hour.

Regional Economic Development Director

Madison, WI • Remote

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Finance and Insurance • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Regional Economic Development Director
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
Location: Remote (Wisconsin-based)
Reports To: Senior Economic Development Director

About WEDC

The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) works with businesses, communities, and partners statewide to foster innovation, support job creation, and strengthen Wisconsin's competitive position. Driven by a mission to make Wisconsin the best place to live, work, and build a business, WEDC is a purpose-driven organization that values integrity, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions, and invests in its people so they can help invest in Wisconsin's future.

WEDC is a Wisconsin-based organization with a remote-work-first environment. Remote work is expected to be performed in the state of Wisconsin.

Role Overview & Key Responsibilities

The Regional Economic Development Director serves as the primary WEDC representative for communities and businesses within an assigned region of Wisconsin. This role helps drive economic growth by connecting organizations with resources, providing strategic guidance, managing development projects, and building strong partnerships with local, regional, and statewide stakeholders.

The assigned territory includes Eau Claire, Chippewa, Dunn, Barron, Polk, St. Croix, and Pierce counties.

In this role, you will:

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to businesses, communities, and economic development partners within the assigned region
  • Identify and support business and community development opportunities through strategic consultation and resource deployment
  • Manage a portfolio of regional accounts and build strong relationships with local stakeholders and partner organizations
  • Review projects and provide recommendations related to economic and community development investments
  • Assist businesses and communities with financing strategies, program implementation, and access to available resources
  • Monitor project performance and support ongoing compliance and reporting activities
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to advance regional economic development goals
  • Represent WEDC at meetings, conferences, public events, and speaking engagements throughout the region

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