Economic Development Director / Assistant to the Coordinator ( .8 FTE)

Under the administrative direction of the County Coordinator, provides broad economic development planning and program development assistance to the County by initiating and maintaining an economic development program, thereby expanding the economic base and increasing local employment. Distinguishing Characteristics While this position reports directly to the County Coordinator, direction is also given by the EDA Board, which is an advisory committee appointed by the County Board; and performs related work as required or directed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Economic Development Identifying potential economic opportunities that through a wide range of innovative collaborations and provide the Board with an assessment of the potential impact of proposed initiatives Identify grant funding opportunitiesProvide loan packaging services for business assistance programsAdminister local, regional, and state revolving loan funds, as necessaryReview/update the Economic Development Work PlanPlan, facilitate, and/or conduct the community and business development projects, including as necessary: o Seek municipal involvement o Foster relationships and partnerships to enhance meeting the goals o Prepare economic development guidelines o Promote the use of local assets to support and promote businesses and value-added processes o Provide direction and oversight to The Bluff Country CollaborativeDevelop and/or assist with local surveysAssist with economic development marketing efforts, including coordinating efforts with the web-site developmentDevelop and coordinate and host economic development forums Administrative Support Help to act as a liaison between the general public and departments, the County Coordinator, and the Board of Commissioners.Assist the County Coordinator with external communications.Research various topics for the County Coordinator as neededAttend Board of Commissioner regular meetings and work sessionsAssist the County Coordinator in maintaining an accurate record of official board proceedings and preservation of documents.Draft Board agendas in coordination with Department Heads and the Board Chairperson; distribute board agenda packets to Commissioners; submit agenda supportive documents and to IT for posting.Draft Board communications: gather information as may be necessaryManage county board public notice postingsDevelop/maintain Board of Commissioners Boards 2026/2027 calendar.Other duties as assigned by the County Coordinator