Executive Director — Colorado Economic Growth & Trade

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); Vor Ort; USD 150.000 - 210.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

PERA retirement benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Disability Coverage

Life and AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Zusammenfassung

The State of Colorado seeks an Executive Director for the Office of Economic Development and International Trade. You will be the CEO, reporting to the Governor’s Cabinet, overseeing administration, programs, and a strategic plan to create conditions for businesses to start, grow, and thrive in Colorado.

You’ll lead a diverse team, manage the budget, and coordinate with state agencies, chambers, and industry partners to advance economic opportunities across the state.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in business, economics, finance, law, public administration, or a closely related field.
• Ten or more years of leadership experience in economic development, business, finance, or public administration.
• Five or more years of executive management experience including setting goals and managing a budget.
• Five or more years of experience fostering effective process improvements for organizations of 25+ employees.
• Experience building relationships with diverse stakeholders with varying perspectives.
• Familiarity with federal and state laws governing economic development and working with site selection and foreign trade representatives.

Aufgaben

• Oversee and manage the office’s operations and direct the implementation of its services, policies, and programs.
• Build and cultivate a high performing team.
• Direct and oversee the office’s budget and ensure fiscal management.
• Direct business attraction, retention, and expansion.
• Direct rural economic development through the Rural Opportunity Office.
• Support incentive awards with staff analysis and recommendations.
• Expand access to resources and capital for small businesses.
• Simplify processes and remove barriers for Colorado businesses.
• Develop international trade and export markets and lead foreign direct investment strategy.
• Advise the Governor and General Assembly on business issues and deliver annual report.
• Partner with chambers of commerce and local economic development organizations.
• Promote tourism, outdoor recreation, creative industries, and film, TV, and media.
• Brief the Governor’s Office on policy issues arising from state and federal activities.
• Engage with the legislature as the point person for economic development responses.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Team development

Policy analysis

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in business, economics, finance, law, public administration, or closely related field

Jobbeschreibung

The State of Colorado seeks an Executive Director for the Office of Economic Development and International Trade. You will be the CEO, reporting to the Governor’s Cabinet, overseeing administration, programs, and a strategic plan to create conditions for businesses to start, grow, and thrive in Colorado.

You’ll lead a diverse team, manage the budget, and coordinate with state agencies, chambers, and industry partners to advance economic opportunities across the state.