Economic Development Director - Staples

Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services, Inc.; Staples (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

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

Public contact with businesses and residents is essential to align efforts with community priorities. The Director also serves as the Executive Director of the Staples Economic Development Authority, guiding strategy, partnerships, and program implementation for community

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Public Administration or related field.
• Minimum of five years in local government, economic development, financial management, business ownership, or business operations.

Responsibilities

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

Education

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

Job description

Job Posting

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 [e-mail] 612-920-3320 x108.

Benefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.