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Region 1 Planning Council (RPC) is hiring an Economic Development Planner to join the team. This position is responsible for research and planning, grant writing, performance metrics, record keeping, and other activities that support the activities of RPC as an Economic Development District (EDD). Pay commensurate with experience.
The initial focus will include research, writing, and other work necessary for submission of state and federal economic development grants; regional broadband planning; updates to and implementation of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS), and other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate will have a strong interest or background in regional economic development, community development, and specifically, broadband planning. Closely related degree and/or experience considered.
Critical knowledge and fundamental skills required for the position, include:
Illustrative examples of work to be performed include:
This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and tasks.
We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not currently able to sponsor visas
Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor’s degree in Economic Development, Community Development, Urban Planning, or a related field, plus 1-3 more years of relative experience. A satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures the ability to perform the work may be considered.
Region 1 Planning Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
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Work Location: In person
Full Time
$66k-91k (estimate)
04/04/2024
08/01/2024
r1planning.org
Rockford, IL
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