ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT
Exam openExam status, as of November 4, 2026. Our captured announcement shows an open competitive examination for Long Branch (symbol M1335H) accepting applications until November 23, 2026. Confirm current status with CSC. Filing details and the Commission's application link · Exam schedule
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Rules that apply to this title
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Assistant Director of Economic and Industrial Development sits in the competitive class of New Jersey's local-government civil service, so reaching it runs through testing and an eligible list instead of a straight hire.
It lists a bachelor's degree as the baseline, with an experience-based path open to those who do not hold the degree.
How to apply
This title is filled by competitive examination.
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An open competitive announcement for this title is accepting applications, per the Civil Service Commission's list read on November 3, 2026. An announcement is an examination, not a vacancy; the announcement itself lists the fee, the requirements and how to file.
| Title | Symbol | State or local | Closes | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Director Of Economic And Industrial DevelopmentAll Departments | M1335H | LocalLong BranchResidents of New Jersey | November 23, 2026 | Open How to apply | Announcement |
Previously announced, and no longer listed by the Commission
The Commission removes an announcement once it has closed and republishes nothing, so this examination is no longer on any of its own lists. We keep what we have read, here covering 2026. It cannot be filed for now; a title announced once is often announced again, so this is the record of whether that has happened.
| Title | Symbol | State or local, and unit | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Director Of Economic And Industrial DevelopmentOpen competitive | M1143H | LocalPaterson | October 21, 2026 |
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Who employs this title
Assistant Director of Economic and Industrial Development is used at one independent authority, New Jersey Transit Corporation.
Independent authorities
| Employer | Employees |
|---|---|
| New Jersey Transit Corporation | 1 |
Where this title is used
Assistant Director of Economic and Industrial Development is a local service title. It is filled by the counties, municipalities, authorities and other employers that have adopted civil service under Title 11A, not by State departments. Those employers set pay by ordinance or contract rather than from a State salary schedule, which is why most local titles carry no salary range here.
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Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.
Definition
Under direction, assists the Director of Economic and Industrial Development in the planning and promotional activities involved in the economic and industrial development of the jurisdiction; does related work as required.
Examples of work
Assists the Director of Economic and Industrial Development in planning, organizing and directing a program to enhance the economic and industrial development of the jurisdiction. Assists in coordinating federal aid programs for the economic growth of the jurisdiction. Conducts and analyzes economic, real estate, and industrial surveys. Analyses and evaluates business trends, legislation, and developments affecting industry. Maintains and provides information on labor availability, transportation facilities, housing, hospitals, educational facilities, tax structure of the municipality, zoning requirements and other relevant factors. Attends and participates in conferences and meetings regarding the industrial development of the jurisdiction. Prepares reports and studies on the industrial and business development of the jurisdiction. Coordinates promotions designed to attract new businesses and firms to the jurisdiction. Conducts survey tours of available sites for prospective clients. Maintains current files on available sites, specifications, and other information on existing available structures. Directs prospective clients to various public and private agencies for financial assistance, manpower training, and other services; assists clients with preparation and processing of necessary paper work. Complies statistical and research data about industrial development. Represents the jurisdiction at various federal and state hearings. Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with agencies and others interested or involved in industrial and business development. Prepares reports and correspondence. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of the techniques used to conduct studies and surveys. Knowledge of the resources, conditions and other factors likely to be considered in the establishment, expansion or relocation of business. Knowledge of the types of financing programs available to assist business development and expansion. Knowledge of the methods used to solicit business growth and development. Ability to coordinate economic and business development promotions. Ability to interpret laws, rules and regulations and apply them to specific situations. Ability to conduct studies and surveys and analyze information. Ability to plan, organize and direct program activities. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those interested or involved in the work of the program. Ability to prepare correspondence, reports and studies. Ability to establish and maintain records and files. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
Note
The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Eight (8) years of professional experience in industrial or commercial real estate sales, industrial or commercial property development programs, land use planning or providing development-assistance services to new or expanding businesses. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and four (4) years of the above-mentioned professional experience. "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.