Urban Renewal Analyst

Urban Renewal Analyst

Salary

$69,955.00 - $104,932.00 Annually

Location

225 5th Street, Springfield, OR

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

2026-00033

Department

City Managers Office

Opening Date

09/11/2026

Closing Date

9/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NON

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Description

Job Number: 2026-33

Classification: Management Analyst

Closes: Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

City Manager's Office

Non-represented

Exempt, *Full Benefits

Grade: C42

$69,955- $104,932 annually, Pay dependent on qualifications and in accordance with Oregons Pay Equity Act.

• Benefit enrolled employees and dependents have access to a FREE, on-site health and wellness center.

Position includes generous medical package to include $1,200 health reimbursement account, sick leave, vacation, holidays, gym membership, and participation in Oregon Public Employee's Retirement (PERS).

Relocation reimbursement for actual costs up to $5,000 may be available if the incumbent is relocating greater than 100 miles.

Position Overview:

The City of Springfield is seeking an Urban Renewal Analyst to support the City Manager's Office. This position will perform activities in support of the City's economic development projects related to the two Urban Renewal Districts in Springfield. A suitable candidate will have an interest in a variety of work related to making development projects come to fruition. This work spans from analyzing data, plans, and reports to gauge project feasibility, developing proposals and working with consultants, and supporting the development of materials for the Springfield Economic Development Agency. This role requires a strong skill set in project management, collaboration, and follow through. The position may entail skills and knowledge areas across economic development; real estate development, including local zoning and planning regulations; building and development economics and incentives; contracting; project management; gathering, reviewing, and analyzing data; and working within government systems and regulations. An exciting position like this will contribute to changing the landscape of Springfield!

We also believe equity and inclusion bring new ideas and experiences to enrich our City. We encourage applicants to think outside the box and consider how your skills and experiences can positively contribute to a collaborative working environment that strives to provide excellence in service.

For the complete Urban Renewal Analyst job description, please see: Class Specifications | Urban Renewal Analyst | Class Spec Details

Training & Experience:

The City will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. Such a way to meet minimum qualifications could include:

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, public administration, political science, real estate, planning, or related field, and;
• 2 years of experience in any of the following areas: urban renewal, project management (i.e. full scope to include budget, planning, execution, and monitoring), real estate (ex: negotiations, acquisitions, and disposition of properties), land use planning, economic development, or developing and facilitating proposals.

Preferences may be given for knowledge and experience:

• Prior public sector experience
• Prior executive office or City Manager's Office experience
• Ability to speak Spanish
• Oregon Real Estate Broker's License
• Land use planning

Selection and Interview Process:

Top candidates will be invited to interview.

As a part of our selection process, it will be necessary for candidates to provide the names and email addresses of up to five professional references (including two managers) that can provide information on work performance. To avoid any delay in the process, we ask candidates to start gathering reference information now (name, email address, contact info and time period you worked together). Additional information regarding reference checking will be emailed to candidates at a later date through the SkillSurvey Pre-Hire 360 system.

The selection process will include: reference checks and criminal background check.

All testing and selection processes will be done in accordance with the Oregon Veteran's Preference in Public Employment Law.

Please do not indicate 'See Resume' in the 'Work Experience' part of the application. The information you provide in the application 'Work Experience' and 'Job Duties' will be used to determine if you will proceed to the next phase in the selection process. Information related to education and experience must be verifiable on your application to be given credit.

NOTE: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The City of Springfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

City of Springfield offers all regular employees a complete benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription and access to a wellness clinic along with additional supplemental and voluntary options.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

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Any combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience will be used to assess minimum qualifications for this position. What is the highest education level you have completed (certificate, Associates, Bachelors, etc.), AND in what field? If this doesn't apply, please indicate 'N/A'.

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Please indicate ALL areas you have prior experience in:

• Urban renewal
• Project management (full scope to include budget, planning, execution, and monitoring)
• Real estate (ex: negotiations, acquisitions, and disposition of properties)
• Land use planning
• Economic development
• Experience developing and facilitating proposals
• NONE of these apply to me

03

Preference may be given based on prior knowledge and experience. Please indicate ALL that you have prior experience in:

• Prior public sector experience
• Prior executive office or City Manager's Office experience
• Ability to speak Spanish
• Oregon Real Estate Broker's License
• Land use planning
• NONE of these apply to me

04

Please describe your education and experience that qualifies you for this position. Do not say See Resume".

Required Question

Employer City of Springfield, Oregon

Address 225 5th Street

Suite 201

Springfield, Oregon, 97477

Phone 541-726-3705

Website https://www.springfield-or.gov