2 Economic Development Director Jobs in Grayson, KY
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FIVCO Area Development District is Hiring an Economic Development Director Near Grayson, KY
- Supervises all aspects of the Community Services/Economic Development Department staff.
- Assumes primary responsibility for the Revolving Loan Fund program.
- Works with city and county governments within the FIVCO ADD region to further economic development efforts by:
- Researching and writing grants and assisting with loan applications.
- Administering projects (CDBG, ARC, EDA, FEMA, etc.)
- Attending and presenting information at city council and fiscal court meetings, committee meetings, etc.
- Attending seminars, conferences, and workshops to remain current on community development.
- Developing or assisting in developing economic development studies, the Hazard Mitigation Plan, the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS}, GPRA, and others as required.
- Reviewing applications filed through the Kentucky State Clearinghouse and assists with dissemination and responses as needed.
- Becoming CDBG certified.
- Coordinating or assisting with the Economic Development Committee.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or Planning preferred.
- Degrees in a closely related field will also be considered.
- Strong background in finance, contracting, grant administration, and personnel/supervision is preferred.
- Dependable. Reports to work on time, seldom absent completes work in a timely manner.
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Work effectively and relate well to others. Exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.
- Ability to prioritize work and organize tasks.
- Initiate, organize, and manage grant applications and administer projects.
- Ability to work with little supervision and work well under time constraints.
- Will sit at a desk, work at a computer reading, researching, and preparing documents.
- Will travel for meetings, trainings, and other ADD-related business as assigned.
- Evening meetings and overnight travel may be required.
- Be knowledgeable and follow all policies and procedures set by FIVCO ADD and support the overall functions of the ADD.
- Interact professionally with other employees, customers/clients, outside agencies and external customers.
- Show commitment to the FIVCO ADD region and accountability and ownership of work.
- Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
- Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with supervisors, fellow employees and organizations.
- Perform quality work with deadlines with or without direct supervision.
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Job Summary
Full Time
Business Services
$78k-124k (estimate)
02/02/2024
04/29/2024
fivco.org
Shallotte, NC
100 - 200
Business Services
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