Executive Director
Natchez, Inc.,
Natchez-Adams County, MS                    

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, economics, marketing or related field. Five years experience in economic development, marketing, planning or related business experience. Consideration given for related experience.
• CEcD designation

• Strong marketing skills. 
• Proven track record for personally landing significant projects which created jobs and tax revenue
• Expertise in economic and community development 
• Proven track record of developing and building relationships and partnerships
• Management and professional staff development experience
• Well versed in economic incentive and financing methods
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Budgeting and finance experience
• Ability to grow existing businesses within Adams County

• Must become a resident of Natchez-Adams County within six months.
• Ability to travel in order to fulfill the duties of the position

Position Summary

The Grant Writer / Project Manager is responsible for identifying funding opportunities and for preparing funding proposals on behalf of the Grenada County Economic Development District, in support of the District’s economic and community development activities. The Grant Writer / Project Manager is also responsible for special projects as assigned by the executive director of the GCEDD.

• Actively researches funding opportunities for specific program areas and projects, which respond to the grant priorities established annually by GCEDD executive director and the GCEDD board.
• Assesses the applicability, feasibility, possible collaborations, and required in-kind match or other funding required to be successful at attracting grants.
• Ensures that all policies and processes governing grant requests are followed as approved.
• Assembles grant stakeholder team and guides the grant development process, which includes conducting applicant research, convening meetings, compiling required documents and materials for proposal, and all other steps required to ensure the timely, accurate and satisfactory completion of the proposal submission.
• Reviews finalized funding proposals, ensuring that the correct format, required information, attachments, copies and deadlines for submission are fully satisfied and submit to supervisor for approval.
• Ensures that electronic and paper versions of the proposal are appropriately filed in the Grants Administration filing system, in accordance with established procedures governing confidentiality.
• Collaborates with other local organizations to avoid duplication of efforts.
• Conducts follow up with funding entity to determine status and outcome of review process.
• Prepares required initial revisions to program or financial reports as required by funding agencies upon notice of grant award.
• Provides support to GCEDD economic gardening program by working with new and small companies in identifying grants and / or loans / or other funding sources.
• Administers special projects as assigned by executive director.

• Ability to plan, set goals and objectives, organize and prioritize work, and complete grants and proposals in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of administrative principles and practices.
• Knowledge of methods of data collection.
• Ability to review and analyze complex documents, such as requests for proposals, policies and procedures for compliance with applicable requirements.
• Knowledge of computer software and funding research processes.
• An understanding of the budget preparation process for development of grants and proposals.
• Ability to establish rapport and collaborate with key players from diverse agencies and organizational units.
• Knowledge of all stages of the grant development process.
• Excellent writing and editing skills

• Bachelor's degree required. Masters desirable.  Undergraduate or graduate degree in english or business highly desirable.
• Minimum of three years experience in grant development, preferably in an economic or community development setting.
• Proven track record in grant writing and program development with major concentration on Federal, State, and local government and private foundation funding sources.
• Experience in economic development, community development or business management desirable.

Position Announcement: Vice President- Attraction Initiative 2015:

GO Topeka, the economic development organization for Topeka and Shawnee County, Kansas, is searching for a special individual to lead its external business attraction initiative. GO Topeka is housed within the Topeka Chamber of Commerce but functions with a separate governing board.

The candidate must possess the following:

·        A minimum of an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university. An emphasis in business or marketing desired.

·        Certification as an economic development professional (CEcD) from the International Economic Development Council highly preferred.

·        Experience in job and investment attraction or substantial experience within business and industry or a successful marketing/sales professional.

·        Exhibit an understanding of the changing dynamics of business and what is required to attract businesses to a community in such an environment.

·        Exhibit an understanding of the global competitive landscape and how to compete in that arena.

·        Exhibit and understanding of competitive intelligence gathering and how to use trends in assessing industry changes and emerging opportunities.

·        Exceptional computer proficiency including Microsoft Word and Excel, database development and management, and knowledge of tools to perform trends analysis and assessments.

·        A sales mentality that builds trust and respect.

·        Must enjoy travel and building and sustaining relationships with targeted industry executives, site selectors, and industrial real estate professionals.

A full job description may be viewed at http://www.topekachamber.org/s/index.cfm?aid=232. A letter of interest, a completed application  that can be found at the aforementioned website and documentation supporting experience and capabilities should be submitted electronically to Steve Jenkins at sjenkins@TopekaChamber.org by Monday, August 16, 2010 at which time the applications will be closed. No phone inquiries please.

The Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce/GO Topeka is an equal opportunity employer.

Project Manager- Greater Paducah Economic Development Council
Paducah, Kentucky

President & Chief Executive Officer -  Choose New Jersey

Waverly Partners LLC has been retained by Choose New Jersey on the search for the organization’s first CEO. CNJ is a new 501c3 not-for-profit corporation created to aggressively market New Jersey as a place to do business through promotional and relationship management activities. Goal is to attract and retain employment and investment, and to provide economic development policy advice to Governor and Lt. Governor. CNJ is an integral private-sector sponsored business development component of key economic development initiatives launched by Governor Christie that also include a regulatory process ombudsman's office and highly competitive incentives programs. CEO reports to a Board of Directors consisting of C-level business leaders from key NJ industries. Minimum of $8.75 million of funding is already committed over next 3 years. CEO will build team of industry recruiters, marketing and communications specialists and researchers. This executive will take lead in prospect management activities, support fundraising efforts of Chair and Board. This is an outstanding start-up opportunity and the CEO also serves as spokesperson and advocate for CNJ and a key partner in the Governor's efforts to remake economic development in the State. Ideal candidate has 10+ years of executive leadership experience in economic development or related field. Significant exposure to economic development projects or policies in New Jersey, or comparable experience in markets with large-scale and complex economies with opportunities and challenges similar to New Jersey. CEO must possess detailed knowledge of corporate location decision-making process, and established relationships with corporate real estate professionals, commercial real estate brokers, site selection consultants and other intermediaries. Other attributes include: collaborative leadership approach; excellent media management skills and communication instincts; Board room presence and gravitas; and ability to instill confidence and generate excitement among diverse constituencies. Bachelor’s required; advanced degree preferred. Competitive compensation; relocation assistance.

Contact:
Eric Peterson, Waverly Partners LLC
Phone: 440-892-5961
Email:

Executive Director
Marion, Lamar, and Fayette Counties, AL

C3, an economic development organization representing Marion, Lamar, and Fayette Counties, is seeking an experienced economic development professional for the position of Executive Director. The Executive Director will seek new industry and businesses, assist existing business and industry, and serve as resource to local county and municipal governments in their economic and community development efforts. The Executive Director will have a two year contract with annual renewal.

Qualifications
• 2-5 years experience in economic development
• BA or BS Degree
• Strong Communication Skills
• Excellent Computer Skills
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Good supervisory skills
• Ability to travel inside and outside Alabama
• Must reside within C3 area if employed

Compensation
• Salary, commensurate with experience
• Expense reimbursement

Responsibilities
• Serves as the primary economic development contact for three counties
• Reviews and oversees the day to day operations of the C3 office including but not limited to office staff
• Serves as liaison to other development authorities within the county to market developed industrial sites and buildings
• Update and maintain database key information important to the site selectors and State economic development allies on Marion, Lamar and Fayette Counties
• Establish and develop professional relationships with state economic development agencies and other economic development groups
• Assess the regions’ economic development preparedness and develop strategies to address needs and promote strengths
• Develop and execute and aggressive marketing effort to attract targeted new industry
• Develop and execute a pro-active outreach program to support the retention and expansion of existing industry
• Develop relationships with local and state political leaders

Reporting
• Reports to nine person board

Mail all applications to: (Deadline to receive applications is July 20)
C3
P.O. Box 7
Fayette, AL 35555

Inquiries:
Steve Foshee, Telephone 205.468.3325 ext. 232
SFOSHEE@C3EDA.ORG
 

Manager of Business and Industry
MACON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Macon, Georgia
www.maconworks.com

The Macon Economic Development Commission (MEDC) is a public-private partnership responsible for the Recruitment and Retention of business and industry in Macon and Bibb County, Georgia.  MEDC serves a population of 150,000 in a middle Georgia region of 350,000.  Since 2004 MEDC’s efforts have resulted in over 4,000 jobs and over $629 million in investment in Macon and Bibb County, a significant percentage of these new jobs and investment came from existing industry projects.

The Manager of Business and Industry will be responsible for implementing the Business and Industry Retention Program.  Reporting to the Senior Vice President the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing relationships with local business and industry.
• Assist with business recruitment and retention efforts.
• Provide quality assistance and support to entrepreneurs and existing business and industry.
• Establish an outreach program to proactively work with the small business and entrepreneurial communities to address their needs.
• Identify and resolve issues that inhibit the growth and expansion of existing industry.
• Maintain quantitative performance measures to gauge the success of retention efforts.
• Organize the “Existing Industry of the Year” Award and the “Small Business of the Year” Award site selection process and awards luncheon.
• Conduct a minimum of 200 existing business and industry contacts during the calendar year.
• Conduct a series of forums for communities of interest such as industrial parks and industry sectors.
• Work in concert with economic development partners to develop programs that meet existing employers’ needs.
• Conduct a bi-annual existing business and industry needs assessment and develop a support program.
• Attend industry conferences to expand knowledge base of industry trends.
• Work in concert with the City of Macon and Bibb County to develop a plan for the redevelopment of former retail space in the Eisenhower Parkway corridor between I-75 and I-475.
• Serve as Coordinator of the Macon Chamber Drugs Don’t Work Program.

The Manager of Business and Industry will also represent or be part of the group that represents MEDC to local business leaders, local elected officials, and local, state and regional economic development organizations or related organizations.  The nature of our business requires the Manager to maintain the confidentiality of our prospects and the information they provide at all times.

The Manager will also be required to attend various continuing educational programs and will be encouraged to complete the Certified Economic Development program. (www.iedconline.org). 

The Manager will also supervise the MEDC Marketing and Research Analyst in maintaining local properties and sites database; providing updates to state and other partners; managing the MEDC Community Profile that includes demographics, education data, labor force data, taxation and incentive programs; providing research and information to the Senior Vice President for site selection Requests For Information; managing updates to the MEDC web site; developing collateral marketing information; and developing presentations for existing industry programs, recruitment efforts and reports to various partner organizations.

Qualifications:

.           Bachelors Degree in business, marketing, public policy or a related field.

.           3 – 5 years Economic Development or relevant experience, Masters a plus.

.           Proven ability to work in a high paced, professional work environment with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

.           Successful management experience.

.           Motivated self starter with a teamwork attitude.

.           Outstanding oral and communication skills.

.           Computer experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet.

.           Ability to travel outside the area.

.           Represent MEDC to the business community, local, regional, state and national economic development partners in a professional manner.

.           Assist the Senior Vice President with annual budget preparation, activity reports and other information as needed.

Annual Salary and Benefits:

.           The salary range is $35,000 to $40,000 depending on experience.

.           Business related travel expenses, association dues reimbursed.

.           Major medical, 401K, vacation.

Send your resume to ptopping@maconworks.com or call Pat Topping, Senior Vice President at 478 621-2030.