Community Development Director

The City of Elko New Market is seeking candidates for a full-time Community Development Director in the Community Development Department. 

The starting salary range is $58.89 to $62.78 per hour depending on qualifications. Top salary for the position is $73.66 with potential for additional longevity increases.

The City offers a competitive benefits package, including but not limited to health and dental insurance, HSA, competitive paid time off, and access to a 457(b) retirement savings plan. The position is also eligible for a pension through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). (see application package for additional benefits information)

Bachelor's degree urban planning, public administration or related field with coursework in urban planning. Extensive experience with a minimum of seven years of urban planning and experience in economic development with increasing responsibility or supervisory responsibility, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work. A valid Minnesota Class D Driver’s License.   

City application required. For application materials contact City of Elko New Market at (952) 461-2777 or visit www.ci.enm.mn.us. Submit completed application to City of Elko New Market, Attn: Deputy Clerk, P.O. Box 99, Elko New Market, MN 55020 or by email to info@ci.enm.mn.us. The completed application packet must be received by 4:30 pm on Friday, February 6, 2026.  The first interview will be on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.  The second interview for those that are invited will be on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.