Economic/Community Development Coordinator

OUR ORGANIZATION:  
Kinexus Group, recognized as one of Nonprofit Times 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 Best Nonprofits to Work For, is a cutting-edge community development organization with growing initiatives to create an economically thriving Michigan. We are change agents who create solutions for business, workforce, and community challenges to promote economic vitality.

OUR TEAM:

As a subsidiary of Kinexus Group, a $15 million Southwest Michigan-based non-profit, Market One has principal responsibilities for economic and community development throughout Cass and Van Buren Counties. We connect people, investments, and organizations with strategies and services that improve the quality of life and economic conditions in our region, specifically Cass and Van Buren Counties. Our Cass and Van Buren County staff focuses on developing strategies that will allow our communities to thrive by addressing needs related to workforce, community, and business development. We work collaboratively with regional organizations to maximize economic growth. While this position is part of and reports to Market One, this position is employed by Kinexus Group.

OUR DESIRED OUTCOMES:

The Economic Development Coordinator (EDC) is a pivotal contributor to the Economic Development team at Market One. The EDC is responsible for delivering robust customer service to internal and external stakeholders, including assisting in Board administration, investor relations, grant development and administration, coordinating schedules and meetings, and overall support to the Executive Director and Community Development Director.

This individual will exercise independent professional judgment, analyze problems, make decisions, recommend solutions, and demonstrate the initiative to do so within the framework of established regulations and policies.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

• Deliver exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide general administrative support to the Executive Director and Community Development Director.
• Coordinate client market visits to Cass and Van Buren County, such as site selectors, businesses, developers, and dignitaries. 
• Maintain accurate records, files, and documentation related to community development activities.
• Develop presentations and materials for meetings in conjunction with External Affairs Manager.
• Work with procurement team on team purchasing needs.

Board Relations Support

• Along with the Executive Director, prepare and finalize presentations and other materials needed for all Board meetings. Oversee appropriate meeting logistics, record minutes for Board Maintain Board materials, reports and files needed for meeting.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director on developing the annual calendar of board activities. 
• Develop and maintain Board documents in collaboration with the Kinexus Group Compliance Department, including: board member directories with contact information, handbook, policies and procedural guidelines, and committee assignments.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements, including: public notices, scheduling board meetings, electing board officers and appropriate advance notice of strategic meetings. 

Grant and Project Support

• Assist Community Development Director in preparing grant proposals for funding, including: gathering supporting documentation, assembling proposal documents, and assisting stakeholders with submission of proposals.
• Support the Community Development Director throughout grant application process, including tracking deadlines and requirements.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to ensure compliance with grant requirements and report on progress, including: working with stakeholders to gather necessary information to complete grant requirements and reporting tasks.
• Support the preparation of State and Local incentives, including: applications, resolutions and public hearing notices.
• Ensure Revolving Loan Fund program compliance, including: gathering data, completing and submitting reports as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  

• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, comfortable interacting with various teams and stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex tasks with precision.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the capacity to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
• Ability to work effectively and independently in a fast-paced, team environment. 
• Ability to be professional and use discretion when handling highly confidential matters. 
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tasks and responsibilities.
• Must have working knowledge of basic computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

• Economic development related
• Project Management experience or training.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Non-Profit or Public Administration. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Flexible and open.
• Competitive Salary & Benefits
• Opportunities for Development, Growth and Giving Back

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US: 

• A robust onboarding experience to integrate you into our team.
• Team of Teams training in support of the organizational strategies.
• Job training and development to ensure you are established and growing in your role.
• Cross Operational Meetings with your peers.
• Be a part of transformational change in the Southwest Michigan Region.  

We have unique culture that requires individuals to be BOLD, INSPIRATIONAL, ENTREPRENEURIAL and INCLUSIVE. We spend more waking hours with each other than we do with family or friends, so finding someone that adds to our culture is extremely important.

Kinexus Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids, reasonable accommodations and/or services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Michigan Relay Center: 711 Voice and TDD. Kinexus is a partner of American Job Centers.