Economic Development Director 50K to 65K

4 weeks ago

Augusta, United States Express Employment Professionals- Augusta, GA Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Express is seeking an Economic Development Director to plan, develop, implement, and assess economic development activities including revitalization of the downtown commercial district. 

Position Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: 50K to 65K annually - Competitive salary based on experience

Benefits

  • Matching 401(a) and 457(b); vested at 5 yrs.
  • Employer-provided health insurance
  • 10 paid city holidays
  • Accrued vacation & sick leave
  • Flex Time

Director Term of Appointment: Full-Time Exempt Probationary Period: One (1) year

Work Environment: Mixture of office and field sites. The job requires some outdoor activities, night meetings, and periodic weekend tasks. 

Duties

  • Attend meetings and formal activities of City Council, PDA, and DDA as needed.
  • Manage city-owned properties available for development; market them to prospects.
  • Cultivate relationships with businesses, government officials, and agencies to encourage new business activity and the expansion of existing businesses.
  • Actively pursue and coordinate industrial and commercial prospects.
  • Maintain ongoing contact with the Chamber of Commerce, Georgia Department of Economic Development, Georgia Power, MEAG, Georgia Economic Developers Association and other agencies to promote the County as a viable and attractive location for new industry.
  • Maintain Main Street Program.
  • Promote expansion of tourism industry.
  • Prepare grant applications, contracts, and other necessary documents; administer grant funds and manage contracts.
  • Provide professional economic development advice, assist in the application and permitting process, and serve as an advocate for economic development in alignment with the comprehensive plan, zoning ordinances and city goals.
  • Direct economic development initiatives to achieve the goals and objectives of the city.
  • Schedule and attend meetings for the Downtown Development Authority (DDA)
  • Manage facade grant program,
  • Manage DDA-owned property.
  • Negotiate leases and ensure timely payments of leases.
  • Collaborate with the Historic Preservation Commission.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Degree from an accredited college or university in economic development, public administration, planning, business, public relations, communications, marketing, or related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in economic development, community development, local and regional planning, and public administration required; as well as experience in developing and implementing community engagement activities, strategic planning, group facilitation, or other areas aimed at community and economic development objectives.
  • Downtown development/redevelopment experience preferred.
  • Demonstrates ability to develop leadership teams and programs.
  • Familiar with various resources available from the State of Georgia, foundations, partnerships, associations, or private sectors that support local economic development.
  • Ability to effectively communicate in business English using verbal, written and digital modes.
  • Understanding of partnerships and how to develop.
  • Ability to coordinate and support collaborative projects involving a number of separate entities.
  • Ability to translate group concepts into project plans.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with various, diverse businesses, economic development partners, and civic organizations.
  • Ability and willingness to perform all administrative, minimal, and conceptual planning functions to complete projects.
  • Ability to complete projects with minimal support.

Please Note: If you do not qualify, but know someone who might, please make them aware of this great opportunity.

Employment Specialist – Andrew Pelzer

TO APPLY:  Send an updated resume to Andrew Pelzer via email to Andrew.Pelzer@ExpressPros.com and in the subject line put “Economic Development Director”.

Company DescriptionIn 2023, Express placed more than 552,000 qualified people at more than 82,000 client companies. The vision of Express Employment Professionals is to help as many people as possible find goods jobs by helping as many clients as possible find good people. We accomplish this vision through a network of 860 franchise locations throughout the United States, Canada, and South Africa. Each office is locally owned and operated and backed by the more than 40 years of expertise and support of an international headquarters. Simply put, Express is large enough to meet your employment needs, yet small enough to really care.Company DescriptionIn 2023, Express placed more than 552,000 qualified people at more than 82,000 client companies. The vision of Express Employment Professionals is to help as many people as possible find goods jobs by helping as many clients as possible find good people. We accomplish this vision through a network of 860 franchise locations throughout the United States, Canada, and South Africa. Each office is locally owned and operated and backed by the more than 40 years of expertise and support of an international headquarters. Simply put, Express is large enough to meet your employment needs, yet small enough to really care.

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