Rural Services Director

AR Economic Development Comm; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AR Economic Development Comm in Little Rock, Arkansas seeks a Director of Rural Services to provide strategic leadership for programs that improve quality of life, infrastructure, and economic opportunities in rural communities across the state. The role coordinates resources, builds partnerships, and guides service delivery to underserved areas.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in public or related field and at least eight years in rural development or community planning,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, rural development, community planning, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in rural development, public administration, community planning, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of challenges and opportunities facing rural communities.
• Demonstrated success in building partnerships, managing budgets, and driving impactful results.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional leadership and team management abilities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, rural development, community planning, or related field

Job description

The Director of Rural Services provides strategic leadership for programs and initiatives aimed at improving quality of life, infrastructure, and economic opportunities in rural communities throughout Arkansas. The role involves coordinating resources, developing partnerships, and ensuring effective service delivery to underserved areas while serving as a key advisor to governmental agencies and community leaders on rural development.

Key qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, rural development, community planning, or related field
• Minimum 8 years of experience in rural development, public administration, community planning, or related field
• Strong knowledge of challenges and opportunities facing rural communities
• Demonstrated success in building partnerships, managing budgets, and driving impactful results
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional leadership and team management abilities