Deputy Director

The La Plata Economic Development Alliance is a nonprofit, county-wide organization working to build a strong and resilient local economy. Alongside businesses, government agencies, schools, and community leaders, we drive growth and expand opportunity across the region.

As Deputy Director, you’ll serve as our second-in-command and operational leader, working closely with the Executive Director to keep the organization running smoothly. This role is a great fit for a highly organized generalist who loves rural economic development, builds strong relationships, and can independently juggle multiple priorities.

Deputy Director Responsibilities:

• Operations: Manage daily systems and workflows, maintain records and contracts, and coordinate with outside vendors and service providers.
• Finance: Support budget development and QuickBooks management, monitor budget-to-actual performance, and prepare financial reports for the Executive Director and Board.
• Grants: Research opportunities, write proposals, and keep every grant on track for compliance and reporting.
• Membership & Partners: Lead investor member outreach, maintain membership in Salesforce, and support High Impact Investor events and monthly Investor Member Meetings.
• Alliance Summit: Own the program plan, budget, and sponsorship tracker for our annual Summit, and manage event-day logistics.
• Program Leadership: Guide implementation of Project RUN, the Catalyst Fund and Revolving Loan Fund, the Opportunity Network, the Bayfield Early Childcare CDS Grant, economic feasibility studies, and our Economic Dashboard.

Why Apply?

• $80,000 to $85,000 annual salary
• Healthcare and retirement benefits
• Full-time position with flex time and a hybrid work setting
• A leadership role shaping economic development across Southwest Colorado

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, nonprofit management, public administration, economic development, finance, communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10 to 15 years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit management, economic development, government, project management, or a related field.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online, Salesforce, and Google Workspace.
• A track record of managing multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders at once.
• Comfort working independently and taking ownership in a small, resource-constrained organization.

How to Apply

Visit https://yeslpc.com/hiring/. Resumes received by November 1, 2026 will receive priority consideration.