Careers at St. Louis Development Corporation

As the independent economic development agency serving the City of St. Louis, SLDC endeavors to bring economic justice to all St. Louis residents and communities — especially those disproportionately impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

To achieve that goal, SLDC is eagerly seeking exceptional candidates who are passionate and understand how vital economic development is to the quality of life for St. Louis residents. We are a collaborative team that works hard to change narratives and realities. We are action-oriented advocates that strive to empower, develop and transform St. Louis through a vibrant, just and growing economy where all people can thrive. We hope you will consider joining our team to further an equitable and sustainable economic future in St. Louis.

"The City of St. Louis will achieve its greatest economic growth when all residents, businesses, and neighborhoods have equitable opportunities to reach their potential."

— Neal Richardson, President & CEO

Application Criteria

  • SLDC only accepts applications for open positions.

  • SLDC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.

  • SLDC no longer requires applicants to reside in the City of St. Louis.

  • SLDC's Summary of Benefits

Current and Upcoming Openings

SLFRF-Funded Positions

Some open positions will assist in the administration of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (SLFRF) Programs targeted for households, small businesses and communities adversely impacted by the pandemic. The SLFRF Programs are a crucial part of SLDC’s Economic Justice Action Plan for the City of St. Louis. These positions will be funded in whole or in part with Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF).

CDBG-Funded Positions

Certain positions may be financed wholly or in part through an allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the City of St. Louis' Community Development Administration.

Contact

Please contact the human resources team if you have any questions or are having any difficulty with the online application process: SLDCHumanResources@stlouis-mo.gov

EEOC - St. Louis Development Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran's status or marital status.