| Mo-Kan Regional Council, St. Joseph, MO, the six-county bi-state regional planning commission in Northwest Missouri and Eastern Kansas, is seeking an Executive Director. Click on the link for more information - http://www.mo-kan.org/about/careers/. Submit a resume with three professional-related references, salary history/requirement, by November 1, 2019 to Gary Miller, Fiscal Officer, Mo-Kan Regional Council, 224 North 7th Street, St. Joseph, MO 64501, (816) 233-3144, gary@mo-kan.org. The Kansas Department of Commerce, Business & Community Development Division, is seeking applicants for the Regional Project Manager position for Sedgwick County/Wichita. Click on the link for more information - Regional Project Manager Position for Sedgwick County/Wichita. Job posting closes October 29, 2019. The Chamber of Lawrence, Kansas is seeking applicants for the Director of Program & Business Development position. Click here for more information. To apply, email your resume and cover letter (to include what makes you an ideal candidate as well as your salary requirements) with "Chamber Director of Programs & Business Development" as subject line to ms.traci.brown@gmail.com or mail to Chamber Director of Programs & Business Development Search, The Chamber of Lawrence, Kansas, 718 New Hampshire Street, Lawrence, KS 66044. Email applications are preferred. Applications will be accepted through October 23, 2019. Based in Great Bend, Kansas, the newly formed
Great Bend Economic Development Inc. is seeking an Executive Director to lead
the economic development activities for the City of Great Bend. The candidate
should have a strong background in economic and community development, must be
detail-oriented and thorough in a multi-task environment. The position requires
the ability to work independently and report to a 5-member Board of Directors.
Strong communication skills are a must. We are dedicated to building a vibrant
economy and maintaining a dynamic business climate where businesses can be
successful. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Thorough knowledge of community and economic development
planning. Strong ability to present oral and written and technical
presentations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with elected and appointed public officials and the general
public. Minimum Training and Experience - Training: Graduation from
an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in urban planning,
business or public administration, economics, marketing, finance, or a related
field. Experience: Minimum of four years of
responsible management or administrative experience in the field of
community/economic development planning or related field. A cover letter,
resume, and salary requirements may be submitted to ecodevo@greatbendks.net . All qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply by November
15, 2019 (first review, open until filled).
Salary is based on experience and qualifications. The Wichita County Economic Development Board of Directors is seeking a results oriented individual with multitasking skills for the position of Economic Development Director. The Director works to establish and foster a healthy business community in Wichita County. This includes helping new and existing businesses succeed and promoting community vitality. This position is based in Leoti, Kansas, the county seat of Wichita County (Western Kansas). Successful candidates should possess a strong understanding of economic and community development, excellent written and verbal communication skills, working knowledge of not-for-profit regulations, as well as leadership, public relations, problem solving and decision making skills. Additionally, applicants need to possess computer proficiency with various software programs along with fund accounting and record keeping skills. Candidates must be self-motivated, a visionary and show independent thinking and resolve. The board is willing to train the right candidate. This is a full-time position with salary is dependent on qualifications. Benefits are included. Mail or email resume along with 3 (three) professional references to: WCED Director Search, PO Box 345, Leoti, KS 67861 or wced@wbsnet.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For more information or questions about the position, call (620) 375-2182. Wichita County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Central Regional Planning Commission, Executive Director - Based in Beloit, Kansas, the North Central Regional Planning Commission is a public development organization, serving 12 counties and 83 cities in an economic development capacity and many other counties in Kansas in other program capacities. The NCRPC Executive Director is responsible for overall management and supervising all aspects of the primary and affiliate organizational operations. This includes revenue maintenance & development, organization planning & development, community relations, personnel management for a staff of 20 as well as fiscal management. The Executive Director is responsible for the oversight of the NCRPC's Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy as well as various other reports to federal, state and local agencies and authorities. Visit www.ncrpc.org to learn more about the organization, position and application submittal. The North Central Regional Planning Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply by October 24, 2019 (first review, open until filled). Jefferson County, Kansas is seeking applicants for the Economic Development Director position. Click here for more information or http://www.jfcountyks.com/619/Employment. Send cover letter and resume to Linda Buttron, Jefferson County Clerk, 300 Jefferson Street, PO Box 321, Oskaloosa, KS 66066, phone (785) 403-0483, lbuttron@jfcountyks.com. For additional questions contact Pam Anderson at (785) 403-0781 or panderson@jfcountyks.com. Position is open until filled. Executive Director for Economic Development - The Greater Morris County Development Corporation is looking for a dynamic, energetic person with a vision to help us grow our business community. Morris County is nestled in the heart of the Flint Hills in central Kansas with the largest population residing in Council Grove. Sporting two recreational lakes, hiking/biking trails and situated in the beautiful grass-covered rolling hills, the Flint Hills life offers residents and business owners a one-of-a-kind location. The perfect candidate for the Executive Director position will be an enthusiastic people-person, enjoy leading and working with a team of people dedicated to the success and growth of the area. Through marketing, networking and teamwork, the Executive Director should be persistent and committed to achieving the goals set for him or her. Generating new ideas, coupled with the ability to implement and execute those ideas is key to success. To see a complete job description and requirements for this position, go to morriscountydevelopment.com/executivedirector. To apply for this unique and exciting position, please provide your letter of interest, your resume of relevant experience and education, along with your monetary requirements. In your letter of interest, please include a brief description of one idea you have for attracting new business to our area. You may either mail the requested information to GMDC, Attn: Revisioning Committee, PO Box 276, Council Grove, Kansas, 66846, or email information to director@morriscountydevelopment.com. Applications will be accepted through October 31, 2019. |
