Economic Development Officer

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Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Economic Development Officer to join our team. This role is vital in fostering economic growth, attracting new businesses, and supporting existing enterprises within the community. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in negotiation, project management, and business development, with a passion for community advancement. The position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on local economic vitality while working in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Responsibilities

· This position reports directly to the Manager of Community Services and works directly with the Woodlands County Economic Development Committee to ensure economic strategic initiatives are being achieved.

· Coordinate and direct preparation of annual operating budget for economic development and tourism and ensure all expenditures are made within the approved budget.

· Overall responsibility for assisting in developing the capacity to respond to tourism opportunities and working with outside agencies to promote tourism for the County.

· Manages all aspects of the development and implementation of economic and business development initiatives, working with the Community Services and Infrastructure departments.

· Assist corporate business leads with potential opportunities within the County, introducing them to key members of the community and organization.

· Participate in regional economic planning activities by liaising with all relevant government departments, public agencies, First Nations, and associations regarding economic development and tourism opportunities.

· Initiates and champions special projects for sector-specific development, based on the current environment, in partnership with external organizations.

· Preparation of agenda and report submissions to committee meetings and attend various

meetings as a municipal staff representative with regular updates to the committee.,

· Accurately manage, research, and compile detailed economic and demographic information to

profile and promote Woodlands County.

· Responsible for developing, promoting special advertising, and marketing campaigns using promotional items.

· Responsible for the preparation of economic agenda reports and submissions, including

background documentation, to Council through the Chief Administrative Officer’s office.

· Prepare a monthly report of all activities to be submitted to the Director of Community Services and Management Team meetings.

· Responsibility for the department’s website content and for providing timely updates to the Communications department.

· Perform other related duties as requested by the Manager of Community Services related to job duties and special projects.

· Adhere to the County’s confidentiality requirements, including the appropriate use of information and maintaining the security of all acquired information relating to employees, businesses, and/or residents of Woodlands County.

· Maintain knowledge of and comply with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, while

continually seeking learning opportunities to enhance knowledge in relevant fields of work.

Participate, in good faith and to the best of their ability, in all training and development programs, as assigned by Woodlands County.

Experience

• · Economic Development designation or certification.

· Experience working in Municipal Government.

· Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to interpret complex data and provide meaningful insights.

· Strong understanding of Economic Development principles and strategies.

· Ability to work independently, create own direction, must be able to set own achievement targets.

· Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills; possess the ability to develop and maintain key working relationships with a diverse range of interests.

· Strong marketing skills.

· Incident Command System (ICS) 200 or higher training.

· Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint are essential.

Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

Pay: $89,175.00-$116,353.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Work Location: In person