Nell Selander

Nell Selander has an extensive work experience history. Their most recent role was as the Director of the Economic & Community Development Department at the City of South San Francisco, a position they held since January 2022. Prior to that, they served as the Deputy Director of the same department from September 2017 to December 2021.

Before joining the City of South San Francisco, Nell worked at the City of San Carlos as the Economic Development & Housing Manager from April 2017 to September 2017, and as the Economic Development Coordinator from March 2015 to March 2017.

Nell also has experience outside of the public sector. Nell worked as a Project Manager at the Columbus Downtown Development Corporation/Capitol South from January 2013 to October 2014, where they managed a river restoration project and handled grant applications and compliance.

Nell served as a Program Assistant at the University District Organization from August 2012 to January 2013.

In addition, Nell worked as a Project Associate at the Redevelopment Agency, Township of Woodbridge from October 2011 to May 2012, where they conducted research and made recommendations for potential development sites.

Prior to that, they gained research experience at the College of Nursing, New York University as a Research Assistant from September 2010 to May 2012.

Nell also worked as an Urban Art Intern at the NYC Department of Transportation from June 2011 to September 2011.

Nell's earlier experience includes roles as a Program Coordinator and Gallery Manager at Bing Stanford in Washington, Stanford University from August 2008 to August 2010, and as an Administrative Assistant/Paralegal at the Law Offices of Paul Delano Wolf in 2005 and 2007.

Overall, Nell Selander has a diverse background with experience in economic development, project management, research, and administrative support.

Nell Selander completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in American Studies from Stanford University between the years 2003 and 2007. Later, they pursued their Master of Urban Planning (MUP) degree at New York University from 2010 to 2012, specializing in the field of Urban Planning.