04/06/2023
Join Our Team!
We are looking for an Economic Development Coordinator
The duties of the Economic Development Coordinator will include the following activities:
• Support the overall economic development, coordination, and implementation of business opportunities and/or job sustainability in the region.
• Provide a development role in the preparation and implementation of plans and strategies for promoting and assisting economic and community development.
• Develop and implement strategies to successfully market SWLA-RPC to perspective businesses.
• Administer and market local economic development assistance programs, including loan and grant programs.
• Identify funding opportunities for economic development; prepare and submit applications to secure funding.
• Build relationships with the Chamber of Commerce and businesses through visits, outreach, and communication.
• Monitor legislative changes relating to economic development or redevelopment.
• Interface directly with team members and support resources to generate grants and strategic plans.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in small business development, finance, urban planning, urban studies, architecture, marketing, graphic design, public policy, communications. In addition, two years of planning or grant writing experience or related preferred.
To apply: Please send your resume to [email protected]