Real Estate Economic Development Officer

Job Description

Job Description

About Company:

Baltimore Development Corporation (BDC) is the City of Baltimore’s economic development agency. We work to strengthen Baltimore’s economy by attracting investment, supporting businesses, advancing real estate development, and creating opportunities that help neighborhoods, employers, and residents thrive.

Our work is rooted in the belief that economic growth should benefit the entire city. From helping businesses launch and expand to advancing catalytic development projects, connecting entrepreneurs with resources, and building partnerships across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, BDC helps turn Baltimore’s potential into lasting progress.

At BDC, you will join a mission-driven team committed to shaping a more vibrant, equitable, and economically resilient Baltimore. We value collaboration, innovation, accountability, and a deep connection to the communities we serve.

Whether your expertise is in real estate, small-business support, finance, communications, community investment, grants, compliance, or economic development, your work at BDC can make a meaningful impact on Baltimore’s future.

About the Role:

The Economic Development Officer – Real Estate supports commercial real estate development and neighborhood revitalization initiatives across the City of Baltimore, focusing on project coordination, developer engagement, community investment support, and real estate analysis. Working under the guidance of senior real estate staff, this role plays a key part in advancing projects that align with BDC’s mission of inclusive economic growth, equitable development, and community stability. The ideal candidate pairs solid real estate and analytical fundamentals with strong organizational skills and a genuine commitment to community-centered investment.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Real Estate, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in economic development, real estate development, community development, or a related field, including experience supporting real estate or development projects.
• Working knowledge of real estate development, urban planning, or economic development principles, with familiarity in zoning, land use, and municipal approval processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data tracking tools.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and written communication skills, with experience working with public, private, or nonprofit stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Baltimore’s economic and civic landscape and familiarity with the Mayor’s strategic priorities is a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Real Estate Development Support

• Support commercial and mixed-use real estate development projects from early planning through implementation
• Assist with developer coordination, project tracking, and milestone management
• Conduct preliminary feasibility analyses, market research, and financial reviews
• Support zoning, permitting, and municipal approval processes
• Prepare briefing materials, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders

Asset Management & Property Coordination

• Assist in monitoring BDC-owned or managed commercial properties
• Track property performance, occupancy, and lease activity
• Support tenant coordination and property improvement initiatives
• Maintain project files, databases, and performance metrics

Community Investment & Neighborhood Engagement

• Support neighborhood-based investment initiatives and priority area projects
• Coordinate with community organizations, developers, and residents to advance equitable development goals
• Assist with anti-displacement and inclusive development strategies
• Participate in community meetings, site visits, and stakeholder engagements

Cross-Departmental Coordination

• Collaborate with BDC business development, marketing, finance, and planning teams
• Support data collection and reporting on community and economic impact
• Represent BDC in meetings as assigned

Leadership & Collaboration

• Support senior staff. Though this role has no direct reports, the Economic Development Officer works under the guidance of senior real estate staff, contributing analysis and coordination support on complex development projects.
• Coordinate across teams. Partner with the Business Development, Marketing, Finance, and Planning teams to support data collection and reporting on community and economic impact.

The Baltimore Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. BDC does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.