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Russell County is looking for an enthusiastic person with a desire to oversee economic development and tourism efforts countywide. Russell County located in central Kansas along I70 has an existing agriculturally based business sector, oil and gas industry-based sector, and a growing manufacturing industry. Home to Wilson Lake that includes fishing and hiking/biking trails and host to many sporting tournaments. Tourism also includes hunting seasons and a unique variety of art practices. The Executive Director position is a full-time salaried position through Russell County. Benefits include: health insurance, KPERS, life insurance, paid sick and vacation time. Candidates for this position will find a background or experience in marketing, business development, and community development necessary for the Executive Director position. Position is open until filled. To apply: Applications found at www.ks-russellco.manatron.com. and should be sent to Russell County Administrator John R Fletcher P.O. Box 113 Russell, Ks 67665 Russell County is an EOE. The City of Lenexa, Kansas is seeking applicants for the Community Development Director position. Click here for more information. Deadline to submit applications is July 19, 2019. The City of Shawnee, Kansas is actively recruiting for a Business Liaison to serve as an assistant to the City Manager in areas of business support and relationships, economic development and development coordination. The position is ultimately responsible for fostering a positive, supportive environment for businesses in the community to be successful. This position functions as an interdepartmental coordinator of business development projects and is responsible for ensuring that coordinated efforts between departments yields a smooth development process.  Work is performed independently with significant discretion and independent decision-making within guidelines of policies and procedures. Applications should be submitted on-line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofshawnee. Deadline to submit applications is July 12, 2019. 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 full-time 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 June 30, 2019. The Salina Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking applicants for the Talent Initiatives Specialist position. Click on the link to view the job description -Talent Initiatives Specialist Position. To apply, submit resume, cover letter and three references to: Salina Area Chamber of Commerce, Attn: Eric Brown, PO Box 586, Salina, KS 67402-0586 or via email to ebrown@salinakansas.org. Position will remain open until filled.  Franklin County Economic Development Council is seeking applicants for the Executive Director position. Click here for more information. Send cover letter with salary history, resume and three professional references to: Economic Development Director Recruitment, Attn: Human Resources Department, 1428 S. Main Street, Suite 2, Ottawa, KS 66067 or email to humanresources@franklincoks.org or complete On-Line Application at www.franklincoks.org or at www.HRePartners.com. Position will remain open until filled. The Greater Wichita Partnership is seeking applicants for the Director of Business Development position. Click here for more information. Please include resume and references in your application and send to (email preferred) Sheryl Weller, Greater Wichita Partnership, 501 E. Douglas, Wichita, KS 67202, (316) 500-6650 or email sheryl@greaterwichitapartnership.org. Position will remain open until filled. GRO Marshfield is seeking applicants for the Economic Development Director position. Click here for more information. If interested, submit a cover letter and resume with current salary to Bob Slavin or Dave Krings at slavin@bellsouth.net or (770) 449-4656. Position is open until filled. The Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City, MO is seeking applicants for the Business Development Officer position. Click here for more information. A complete resume with references should be sent to T'Risa McCord at tmccord@edckc.com. Position is open until filled.