TCEDA Seeks Executive Director

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Thomas County Economic Development Alliance, a county-wide economic development inter-local agency, is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead it into the future. This is a full-time position that works closely with the TCEDA Board of Directors in promoting the business and economic development interests within Thomas County.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

  • Ability to formulate and execute strategic & long-range plans

  • Ability to cultivate and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality

  • Ability to utilize technology as needed to accomplish job responsibilities

  • Willingness to work outside of normal business hours

  • Bachelor’s degree required (Experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree)

  • Experience in economic development and/or organizational management is strongly preferred

  • Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) preferred

  • Some local, regional, and state travel is required (Must have a valid driver’s license and will use your own vehicle.)

  • Must relocate to Thomas County within one month of hire

  • Successful completion of a pre-employment background check

 

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the overall leadership, management, and direction of TCEDA

  • Develops and implements short and long term economic development strategies to achieve the organization’s goals and objectives including those related to business attraction, business retention & expansion, entrepreneurship, and housing

  • Establishes and maintains strong working relationships with local businesses, city and county officials, chamber of commerce, state and regional partners, the media, and the general public

  • Represents TCEDA at appropriate civic, cultural, charitable, business, and community activities

  • Serves on boards, commissions, committees, and organizations related to areas that are critical to TCEDA’s goals and interests

  • Prepares, administers, and monitors the organization’s budget and oversees all accounting functions

  • Leads the development and administration of fundraising and/or grant writing for general operations and special projects

  • Marketing of TCEDA through social media and website.

  • Performs other duties as assigned

 

Benefits:

  • Salary commensurate with experience
  • Fully paid employee BlueCross BlueShield medical and dental insurance
  • KPERS Retirement
  • Generous Sick & Vacation Time
  • 10 Paid Holidays

For the full position description, please refer to: http://bit.ly/tcedasearch22

 

TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:

Pat Mallory, Chairman

Thomas County Economic Development Alliance

350 S. Range Ave., Suite 12

Colby, KS 67701

Send via email

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.