Associate Director, Economic Development & Investor Relations – Findlay-Hancock County Economic[...]

Ohio Economic Development Association; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Professional development assistance

Job summary

The Ohio Economic Development Association is seeking an Associate Director for Economic Development & Investor Relations. This role focuses on engaging with investors and implementing strategies for business development in Hancock County, Ohio.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of experience in a non-profit environment. Hybrid work is available, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience working in a non-profit setting, preferably in economic development.

Responsibilities

• Engage with FHCED investors and partners for economic development.
• Implement strategies for business retention and community planning.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders and represent FHCED.

Skills

Strong organization and self-management skills

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Excellent influencing skills

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About Findlay-Hancock County Economic Development

Findlay-Hancock County Economic Development (FHCED) provides economic development services in Hancock County, Ohio, working in partnership with The Alliance to drive investment, business retention and expansion, workforce development, and community planning across the region.

Position Description

The Associate Director, Economic Development & Investor Relations is a professional staff member appointed by the Executive Director with recommendation from the Economic Development Advisory Board. The primary responsibility of this role is to prioritize engagement with FHCED investors and other partners and stakeholders for the benefit of the organization and to provide economic development services in Hancock County, Ohio.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain financial expenses as directed by the Executive Director.
• Establish and initiate conversations with investors and non-investors to promote FHCED and drive investment in the organization.
• Implement strategies regarding business retention and expansion, community planning, and business development as directed by the Executive Director.
• Continuously engage with the business community in Hancock County, public officials, and other partners to carry forward the mission of the division.
• Communicate with investors and others through social media, website, email, and other platforms as appropriate.
• Maintain digital platforms, including GIS tools, websites, social media, and customer relationship management (CRM).
• Represent Findlay-Hancock County Economic Development and The Alliance when collaborating with federal, state, and local governments and other partners in the public and private sectors.
• Engage with the public sector, business owners, and other community stakeholders about the vision of the future of the community in regard to infrastructure, utilities, development, and large impactful projects.
• Coordinate with local, state, and regional workforce partners on workforce development and workforce attraction initiatives.
• Engage with partners to pursue residential development and redevelopment activities.
• Collaborate with downtown stakeholders, the Chamber of Commerce, and others on downtown redevelopment efforts.
• Foster and maintain relationships with international partners, site selectors, and partners such as Regional Growth Partnership and JobsOhio.
• Facilitate small business growth and development by staying knowledgeable about local, regional, and state resources for entrepreneurs and small businesses.
• Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Strong organization and self-management skills.
• Professional demeanor; remains calm under pressure.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, including active listening.
• Self‑motivated.
• Excellent influencing skills and ability to develop and maintain good relationships.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects effectively.
• Consistently meets project deliverables and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three or more years of experience working in a non-profit setting; economic development experience preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The role requires extended periods of sitting and visual time in front of a computer, lifting and transporting materials for program setup and teardown, and the ability to work an occasional 12‑to‑15‑hour day. Work is performed in a general office environment with a variety of event locations and frequent domestic and international business travel.

Salary Range and Benefits

• USD 65,000–90,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid remote work in Findlay, OH.
• Health insurance, health savings account, 401(k) with employer matching, paid time off, flexible schedule, and professional development assistance.

Application Process

Interested candidates should contact Findlay-Hancock County Economic Development at 123 East Main Cross Street, Findlay, OH 45840 to submit application materials. For questions about the position, contact Matt Gilroy or Sarah Mayle.