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Salary: $67,916.00 - $84,895.00 Annually
Location : Missouri City, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 00680-072226
Department: Economic Development
Opening Date: 07/23/2026
Closing Date: 10/26/2026 5:00 PM Central
Definition
The City of Missouri City, known as the "Show Me City," is seeking an Economic Development Analyst.
The Economic Development Analyst performs advanced professional, analytical, and project management work in support of the City's economic development initiatives, redevelopment efforts, business retention and expansion programs, real estate development activities, strategic planning efforts, and special projects.
This position serves as an analyst for economic development projects and provides research, financial analysis, market intelligence, incentive evaluation, development feasibility assessments, and project coordination support to facilitate business investment, job creation, tax base growth, and the implementation of the City's strategic economic development objectives.
The Economic Development Analyst exercises sound judgment in evaluating complex economic, demographic, financial, and development data and provides recommendations to departmental leadership, City management, elected officials, developers, brokers, site selectors, business leaders, and community stakeholders. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical, communication, and project management skills and will thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment dedicated to advancing the City's economic growth and development goals.
Reporting Relationship: Economic Development Director.
Examples of Work
• Conducts economic, demographic, fiscal, market, and statistical analyses to support economic development initiatives and strategic decision-making.
• Researches and evaluates economic trends, target industries, labor market conditions, development opportunities, and competitive market data.
• Prepares economic impact, fiscal impact, cost-benefit, return-on-investment, and revenue analyses for proposed developments, redevelopment projects, and incentive agreements.
• Assists in the implementation and periodic update of the City's economic development strategy, redevelopment plans, and target industry initiatives.
• Monitors key economic indicators and maintain data systems, performance metrics, and market intelligence resources.
• Coordinates and supports economic development projects, including business recruitment, retention, expansion, and redevelopment initiatives.
• Conducts research and feasibility analyses related to commercial, industrial, mixed-use, and redevelopment opportunities.
• Assists in evaluating development proposals, incentive requests, and public-private partnership opportunities.
• Prepares technical reports, presentations, dashboards, briefing materials, correspondence, and agenda items for City Council, boards and commissions, executive leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Presents analytical findings and recommendations to internal and external audiences.
• Responds to requests for information from businesses, developers, site selectors, elected officials, media representatives, and the public.
• Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with businesses, developers, regional partners, governmental agencies, and community organizations.
• Coordinates special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, or Certification
Required:
• Master's degree in Public Administration, Economics, Urban Planning, Real Estate Development, Geography, Business Administration, Finance, or a closely related field.
The ideal candidate possesses one or more of the following qualifications:
• Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) and/or American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
• Experience leading or supporting economic development initiatives within a municipal or county government.
• Demonstrates experience with commercial, industrial, or mixed-use real estate development and redevelopment projects.
• Proficiency in preparing and interpreting economic impact, fiscal impact, cost-benefit, and financial feasibility analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Experience negotiating, administering, and monitoring economic development incentive programs and performance agreements.
• Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), data visualization tools, and advanced financial modeling techniques to support economic analysis and reporting.
Supplemental Information
The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.Works as an essential employee before, during, and after emergencies or disasters, whether natural or man-made. Subject to emergency operations recall and other assignments necessary to maintain continuity of City services.
Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development
Missouri City, TX 77489
(281) 403-8500
An Equal Opportunity Employer
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
The City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 400 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.
BENEFITS Medical Plans (Three Options)

1. Cigna - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)
   
   • Plan Type: High-Deductible Medical Health Plan
   • Provider: Cigna
   • Deductibles:
     
     • Single: $2,500 annually
     • Family: $5,000 annually
   • Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
     
     • Single: $5,000 annually
     • Family: $10,000 annually
   • Additional Details:
     
     • Employee pays dependent premiums
     • Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details
   • Health Savings Account (HSA)
   • Provider: H.S.A. Bank
   • Features:
     
     • Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses
     • Contribution Limits:
       
       • Employee only: $4,400 (IRS Limit)
       • Employee & Family: $8,750 (IRS Limit)
       • Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000
     • City Contributions:
       
       • Employee only: $1,500
       • Employee & Family: $2,750
     • Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee
2. PPO Plan
   
   • Provider: Cigna
   • Deductibles:
     
     • Single: $1,500 annually
     • Family: $3,000 annually
   • Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
     
     • Single: $4,500 annually
     • Family: $9,000 annually
   • Prescription Drug Co-pays:
     
     • Generic: $10
     • Preferred: $40
     • Non-Preferred: $80
3. EPO Plan
   
   • Provider: Cigna
   • Deductibles:
     
     • Single: $1,500 annually
     • Family: $3,000 annually
   • Out-of-Pocket Maximums:
     
     • Single: $4,500 annually
     • Family: $9,000 annually
   • Prescription Drug Co-pays:
     
     • Generic: $10
     • Preferred: $45
     • Non-Preferred: $80

Dental Plans (Two Options)

1. DHMO Plan
   
   • Provider: Cigna
   • Features:
     
     • No deductible
     • No annual maximum
     • Member co-pay depends on the procedure
2. PPO Plan
   
   • Provider: Cigna
   • Features:
     
     • $1,500 per person annual maximum
     • $1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum

Vision

• Provider: Vision Service Plan
• Features:
  
  • Eye Exam $10 Copay
  • Frames $150 Allowance Annually

Life Insurance

• Provider: Ochs Securian Financial
• Coverage:
  
  • $50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)
  • $10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)
  • Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000

Flexible Spending Account

• Provider: Flores
• Features:
  
  • Pre-tax Medical Spending Account
  • Pre-tax Dependent Care Account

Supplemental Insurance Policies

• Provider: Aflac
  
  • Accident
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Critical Illness
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)

• Statewide retirement system
• 7% employee contribution
• City contributes 2 to 1

Optional Deferred Compensation

• 457 Plan and ROTH IRA available through Mission-Square

Other Benefits
Holidays

• 13 paid holidays per calendar year:
  
  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Good Friday
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veterans Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Friday after Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Eve
  • Christmas Day
  • One additional floating holiday for regular, full-time employees

Vacation

• Earned based on years of service:
  
  • 0-5 years: 14 days
  • 6 years: 15 days
  • 7 years: 16 days
  • 8 years: 17 days
  • 9 years: 18 days
  • 10-14 years: 19 days
  • 15 years or more: 20 days
• Employees working a 24-hour shift, including sleeping time, will have each shift counted as two 12-hour days.

Sick Leave

• 6 days per calendar year.

Educational Reimbursement

• With prior approval of the employee's supervisor and Department Director, the City may reimburse up to 100 % of the cost of tuition, books, lab fees, etc. for work-related courses or degree plans associated with the employee's current responsibilities or workshops/seminars and professional training sessions. This is based on the successful completion of required course(s) with a passing grade of C or better. The maximum reimbursement is $3000 per Fiscal Year.
  Contact the City's HR/OD Department for benefits summary, rates and additional details...

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Provider: Alliance Work Partners
• 8 free counseling visits per family member, per issue, per year.

Wellness Program

• Free/reduced health screenings, health fairs, and free memberships to the Tennis & Recreation Center.

Fun Benefits

• Annual events like the Employee Holiday Luncheon's, and Public Service Recognition Week.

01
Do you possess a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Economics, Urban Planning, Real Estate Development, Geography, Business Administration, Finance, or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you possess certification as a Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) and/or certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)? If yes, please provide details, including the certification type, issuing organization, and date obtained.
03
Do you have experience leading or supporting economic development initiatives within a municipal or county government setting?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have proficiency in preparing and interpreting economic impact, fiscal impact, cost-benefit, and financial feasibility analyses to support strategic decision-making?

• Yes
• No

05
Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), data visualization tools, and advanced financial modeling techniques to support economic analysis and reporting.

• Yes
• No

06
Do you have prior municipal experience?

• Yes
• No

Required Question