Job Description

The Executive Director is responsible for the development, conduct, execution, and management of the policies, programs, and initiatives of the Grant County Economic Growth Council (Growth Council) as directed by its Board of Directors in its mission of improving the long-term economic health and vitality of Grant County, Indiana. In promoting Grant County's economic development, the Executive Director will strengthen and enhance relationships with key business and government leaders in the region and state, as well as on the national and international stage. S/he will take the lead on major corporate retention and attraction initiatives and provide oversight and strategic direction for community development activities.

The duties of the Executive Director will include but not be limited to the following:

Strategic Planning:

• Facilitate the development of an overall strategic plan for the Growth Council

• Coordinate a bi-annual strategic plan and goal calibration with the Board of Directors

• Develop short-term action plans with measurable goals in conjunction with the Board of Directors that align with the strategic vision of the Growth Council

Administration:

• Direct the operations of the Growth Council to achieve the goals outlined in the strategic plan

• Guide, supervise, and develop the Growth Council's staff, if any

• Prepare and work within an annual budget (as approved by the Board)

• Execute, in partnership with the Board, an annual fundraising program to support the organization

• Review and suggest revisions to Growth Council policies and procedures

• Maintain professional service contracts for economic and community development with the City of Marion, City of Gas City, City of Jonesboro, and Grant County. Fulfill obligations and objectives outlined in any professional service contracts.

• Lead by example to develop a positive organizational culture that promotes a strong work ethic, team atmosphere, and desire to carry out the goals of the Growth Council

• Attend Board and Executive Committee meetings, as well as any other committee meetings as necessary

• Oversee development of publications, presentations and promotional materials that support the goals of the Growth Council 

Economic and Community Development:

• Maintain regular contact with local community, business, and education leaders to develop and maintain relationships

• Serve as liaison between local business community and governmental entities to address business issues and needs of the community

• Design and implement marketing programs aimed at specific recruitment goals in the targeted sectors

• Develop short-term and long-term overall marketing program

• Annually evaluate ongoing value of individual marketing components

• Oversee the preparation of marketing materials, which will assist in responding to inquiries about economic development opportunities in Grant County Indiana

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive available site and building database for Grant County, Indiana

• Develop and maintain relationships with recruitment partners including site consultants, commercial real estate brokers, utility and railroad representatives, as well as representatives of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation

• Coordinate with federal, state, city and county on potential incentives for economic development prospects

• Keep community and regional infom1ation up to date and available for immediate turnaround on request. This should include information regarding utilities, taxes, zoning, transportation, community services, demographics, labor force, and financing tools.

• Assist new and expanding businesses with business and development of applications and procedures. Exchange information with state and local partners to encourage cooperation and efficiency in the development process

• Provide oversight of the staff to prepare, write and administer grant applications related to economic development or improvement to the existing communities

• Regularly attend local government and other local meetings to advance the needs of an economic development project and/or to advance the goals of the Growth Council

External Relationships:

• Serve as the spokesperson for the Growth Council with the goal to enhance the Growth Council's overall image and achieve its goals

• Support, attend and participate in professional associations for economic development

• Monitor local, state and federal legislation and public policy relating to economic development

Other:

• Travel as needed to call on prospects and encourage their investment in Grant County Indiana

• Other duties at the direction of the Growth Council Board of Directors 

Experience & Education

• Demonstrated leadership abilities and excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning, economic development, business, public management, or related field, or equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience; master's degree or CEcD a plus

• Economic development or community development training via the International Economic Development Council or similar institution a plus

• 5+ years of economic development and/or related work experience

• Working knowledge official and state economic development financing tools a plus

• Experience conducting existing business support programs, leading prospect visits, and/or convening stakeholders for the purposes of strategic planning

• Experience operating key technologies, e.g. Zoom, Salesforce, ZoomProspector, Microsoft Office

How to Apply

If you feel you are a qualified applicant, please send your resume and cover letter to Madison Dubovyi at director@grantcounty.com .

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