Economic Development Director - Staples

Minnesota City Jobs; Staples (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Staples seeks an Economic Development Director to lead economic development, community development, and marketing initiatives for the City. The Director will act as the primary liaison for development projects and business assistance efforts and will serve as the Executive Director of the Staples Economic Development Authority.

Strong leadership is required with a proven track record in local government, economic development, and related financial management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Public Administration or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in local government, economic development, financial management, business ownership, or business operations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the City’s economic development, community development, and marketing initiatives.
• Serve as the primary liaison for development projects and business assistance efforts.
• Act as the Executive Director of the Staples Economic Development Authority.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Public Administration or related field

Job description

As the Economic Development Director for the City of Staples, this position manages the City’s economic development, community development, and marketing initiatives. The Director serves as the primary liaison for development projects and business assistance efforts and acts as the Executive Director of the Staples Economic Development Authority.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Public Administration or related field, and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in local government, economic development, financial management, business ownership, or business operations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Please direct any questions to Liz Foster at [e-mail] or 612-920-3320 x108.