Now Hiring - City of Parker Kansas - Economic Development Director in Parker, SD

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General Purpose: The Economic Development Director is responsible for planning and directing Parker's economic development and marketing plans, as well as general office duties. Salary and Benefits: * $42,000 - $52,000 Annual * Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual * 12 Holidays * SDRS Pension Duties and Responsibilities: * Organizes and implements an economic development program to: * Promote the growth of Parker's economic base. * Support housing and industrial development. * Retain/expand current businesses and industry. * Attract new businesses and citizens. * Attend monthly meetings of the City Council as the liaison of the Parker Development Corporation * Provides administrative support at City Hall. * Update Parker's City and Economic Development websites and social media. * Assist customers at the front desk in the absence of other staff members. * Assist with monthly billings and account receivables. * Conducts regular Business Retention and Expansion visits with Parker businesses. * Actively participates in and collaborates with local, regional, state, federal and other entities/organizations to support economic development efforts and draw visitors to our community. * Directs the planning and implementation of the City's economic development programs. * Seeks out potential new businesses and/or responds to inquiries involving new or expanding current businesses. * With approval of the Mayor and City Council, seeks external funding to support activities associated with economic and community development. * Gathers and updates data on the community including social and economic conditions. * Work with neighboring Municipalities to share ideas, best practices and joint projects for economic development and marketing. * Other duties as assigned. * Qualifications: * High school diploma or equivalent required. * College degree or equivalent business experience desired. * Experience working in an office environment preferred. * Ability to quickly learn new software applications. * Self-motivated, detail-oriented, able to work independently. * Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task maintaining effectiveness when changing focus quickly as demands change. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Operate general office equipment. * Proficient in use of Microsoft Office. Special Requirements: * Must be able to attend occasional evening, weekend, and out-of-town meetings that are job-related. * Must be a self-starter that is able to work with minimum supervision. * Must be able to keep information that is shared confidential. * Must be willing to reside within the Parker trade area. * Must have a valid South Dakota driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for business-related travel that is reimbursed at standard city mileage rates. Physical Demands: * Normal office environment; occasional lifting up to 30 pounds. hc217052