Executive Director, Economic Development & Community Growth

EDWARDS COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT; Kinsley (KS); Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Matching retirement plan

Zusammenfassung

The Edwards County Economic Development Corporation is seeking an Executive Director to lead growth, workforce development, and community revitalization across Edwards County, Kansas.

The role requires strategic planning, housing development, grant funding, and collaboration with public and private partners to enhance economic vitality and housing opportunities. Strong leadership and financial acumen are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Public Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience in economic development, business, or government.
• Familiarity with business incentives, grants, and workforce development.
• Strong leadership, public speaking, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with budgets, financial planning, and reporting.
• Ability to identify opportunities and implement long-term economic strategies.
• Proficiency in social media, marketing strategies, computer skills, and data processing.
• Matching retirement plan.

Aufgaben

• Lead and implement economic development initiatives to foster business growth and workforce development.
• Develop strategic plans and coordinate housing, grant funding, and partnerships.
• Attract, recruit, and support businesses and entrepreneurs in Edwards County.
• Oversee budget, financial planning, and grant reporting; manage ECEDC finances.
• Engage stakeholders, represent ECEDC publicly, and build regional partnerships.
• Collaborate with city, county, state agencies and private sector partners.
• Communicate successes via social media, press releases, and public presentations.

Kenntnisse

Leadership & Communication

Financial Management

Strategic Thinking

Economic Development Knowledge

Technology & Marketing

Matching retirement plan

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Jobbeschreibung

The Edwards County Economic Development Corporation is seeking an Executive Director to lead growth, workforce development, and community revitalization across Edwards County, Kansas.

The role requires strategic planning, housing development, grant funding, and collaboration with public and private partners to enhance economic vitality and housing opportunities. Strong leadership and financial acumen are essential.