Chief Economic Growth Officer

Florida Economic Development Council; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional economic development council in Ocala, Florida seeks a Chief Economic Developer to lead comprehensive economic development initiatives. The role includes overseeing business attraction, and retention strategies, while also managing teams and fostering partnerships. Candidates should possess extensive experience in economic development, with proven success in job creation and investment. This position requires strong analytical and communication skills along with local government familiarity. Evening and weekend availability, alongside frequent travel, will be necessary.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage staff performance.
• Demonstrated success in measurable job creation and capital investment.
• Strong financial skills including incentive evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of an economic development strategy.
• Oversee business retention and expansion efforts.
• Manage budgets in coordination with leadership.

Skills

Business attraction, retention and expansion

Strategic leadership

Financial and analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Education

Minimum 10-15 years of experience in economic development

Job description

A regional economic development council in Ocala, Florida seeks a Chief Economic Developer to lead comprehensive economic development initiatives. The role includes overseeing business attraction, and retention strategies, while also managing teams and fostering partnerships. Candidates should possess extensive experience in economic development, with proven success in job creation and investment. This position requires strong analytical and communication skills along with local government familiarity. Evening and weekend availability, alongside frequent travel, will be necessary.