Chief Executive Officer

Overview

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - West Baltimore County Redevelopment Authority (WBCRA). WBCRA is a new instrumentality of the county working in the West Baltimore County corridor. We are seeking our FIRST CEO to help our neighborhoods thrive by attracting and retaining businesses and ensuring investments grow to revitalize the community. WBCRA began in 2024 and is ready to roll up its sleeves and get to work.

The Board of Directors is searching for our FIRST CEO to provide leadership, vision, and direction to support the growth and development of WBCRA. The CEO leads WBCRA's development projects, programs, services, and outreach, and ensures smooth and efficient operations. This is a hands-on, start-up position; the CEO will represent WBCRA to the public, lead strategic planning and organizational development, and build partner and community relationships.

The CEO will lead initiatives around economic development, real estate growth, stakeholder partnerships (commercial, government, civic), government relations, and board development—designed to achieve meaningful, measurable, and systematic improvement to attract and retain businesses to live and work in the West Baltimore County area. The CEO is appointed by the Board of Directors and ensures WBCRA is run with integrity and transparency.

The CEO serves as the chief executive of WBCRA, responsible for leading strategic planning, program management, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement. The CEO drives WBCRA’s mission to foster sustainable economic development, infrastructure improvement, and community revitalization within the designated area.

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• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategic plans, policies, and programs aligned with WBCRA’s goals; advise the Board on best practices, market trends, and growth opportunities; regularly provide reports and engagement with the Baltimore County Administration to ensure goal alignment.
• Project Development and Management: Oversee planning, financing, and execution of development projects (e.g., infrastructure, public facilities, mixed-use developments); manage consultants, contractors, and project teams to ensure timely and budget-conscious delivery; develop and drive plans and programs that deliver measurable results.
• Financial Management: Prepare and manage the annual budget in coordination with the Board; identify and secure funding sources (bonds, grants, private investment); oversee financial reporting, audits, and compliance with regulations.
• Community and Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships with residents, businesses, developers, public officials, and partner organizations; serve as the public face of WBCRA, attending meetings, public hearings, and community events.
• WBCRA Administration: Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements governing WBCRA operations; prepare and present reports and updates to the Board; hire, supervise, and develop WBCRA staff.
• Marketing, Community, and Public Relations: Serve as the chief spokesperson for WBCRA; lead marketing strategies to promote WBCRA economic development; develop partnerships and projects; ensure WBCRA’s image is consistently strong and positive; lead programs to engage businesses, residents, and prospective residents.
• Advocacy and Government Relations: Represent the organization to elected officials and advocates for mission-aligned programs; collaborate with state and local government, community, educational, and nonprofit organizations; work with officials to advance residential growth; communicate transparently and evaluate problems to recommend action; act as liaison to county, city, and stakeholder institutions.
• Board Leadership and Support: Convene Board and Executive Committee, develop agendas and briefing materials; ensure effective financial management and compliance; engage with current and recruit additional board members; guide strategic planning with the Board, staff, and stakeholders and oversee program design,…