Economic Development Director

Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas; Victoriano Hernandez Colonia (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas seeks an Economic Development Director to lead its business development efforts. This role involves strategic planning, managing business ventures for profitability, and collaborating with enterprise managers. Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree with significant business management experience, preferably within Native American contexts.

Qualifications

• 3 years of business development/management experience required.
• Preferred: 4+ years experience and knowledge of retail, land development, and gaming.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts and create strategic plans.
• Oversee operations of business ventures to ensure profitability.
• Conduct feasibility studies on potential business opportunities.

Skills

Business Planning

Customer Service

Strategic Development

Financial Oversight

Marketing Initiatives

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration

Master’s degree in business administration

Job description

In order to be considered for any vacancy within the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas, an application must be completed. If you are among the qualified candidates, you will receive a call or email from one of our coordinators to schedule an interview. Once your application is completed, please send it to the Human Resources Department at [e-mail].

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Job Description

Position: Economic Development Director

Supervisor: Tribal Administrator

Division: Tribal Operations Administration

Department: Tribal Administration

Responsibilities:

The Economic Development Director (EDD) is responsible for leading the KTTT business development efforts, developing a strategic plan, and creating policies related to business development as established by the Tribal Council and Tribal Administrator. The EDD will oversee the development and operations of business ventures, ensure the delivery of excellent customer service to clients and customers, and coordinate with all subsidiary managers to ensure maximum returns to the tribe.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement an annual business plan, including individual enterprise plans, operational requirements, organizational structure, staffing, and budgets.
2. Research potential business opportunities, review proposals, and determine feasibility.
3. Conduct due diligence on investment opportunities and make supported recommendations to the Tribal Council and/or Tribal Administrator.
4. Develop and manage enterprises under the KTTT to optimize profit and expand market and revenue generation.
5. Collaborate with enterprise managers to ensure maximum returns and plan expansion and/or improvement of current and future businesses.
6. Provide oversight of all current KTTT business enterprises to ensure viability and profitability.
7. Assist with and/or recommend new land acquisitions.
8. Develop and recommend land use policies for approval by the Tribal Council.
9. Plan, direct, coordinate, and ensure appropriate financial, procurement, investment, and budgetary policies are in place for all KTTT enterprises.
10. Analyze and forecast sales results to inform future planning.
11. Establish and maintain controls and systems to manage business risks.
12. Maintain internal controls over financial reporting, expenditures, budgets, and project performance.
13. Implement marketing, advertising, and promotional initiatives effectively.

Education/Experience Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field; three (3) years of business development/management experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in business administration or related field; four (4) or more years of experience; knowledge of retail, land development, and gaming.

Native American Preference:

Preference is given to KTTT tribal members and qualified Native American tribal members in recruitment, hiring, promotions, layoffs, and reductions in force, provided they meet minimum qualifications.