Jones, who holds an MPA from Western Michigan University and a BS from Central Michigan University, is currently the Director of Urban Development for the New Jersey Economic Development Authority.
He has also served as president and CEO of the citywide, public-private Columbus Urban Growth Corporation; as City Administrator for Obetz, Ohio and Keokuk, Iowa; and handling special projects for the City Manager of Battle Creek, Michigan.
He is a public board member of the International Council of Shopping Centers and a member of the City/County Management Association, American Planning Association and the International Economic Development Council.
Jones fills the position of Interim Economic Development Director Patrick Ewing, who retired January 1 following nearly three years in the position and more than 19 years of public service.
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