Community Growth and Advancement Director - Ada
Listing Title:
COMMUNITY GROWTH AND ADVANCEMENT DIRECTOR
Listing Description
The City of Ada is accepting applications for the position of Community Growth and Advancement Director. The Community Advancement and Growth Director (CAG-D) is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the City Manager or the City Manager’s designee.
The CAG-D is responsible for overseeing and driving the holistic advancement and growth of the community. This includes, but is not limited to, focusing on housing growth, economic development, business and industry recruitment and ensuring financial stability.
The CAG-D will work collaboratively with local, state, federal and tribal government officials, businesses, non-profits, and community members to create and implement strategic plans that promote a thriving and resilient community.
Bachelor’s degree REQUIRED. Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in relationship building and development, urban planning, economic development, or a related field. Strong understanding of current economic development practices and strategies. Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing community growth initiatives. Strong understanding of housing markets, economic development principles and growth trend. Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and securing funding. Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Prefer 3-5 years of experience in economic development, community development, business administration, or a related field. Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) certification or ability to obtain within a specific time frame.
This position offers full benefits including vacation, retirement, health and dental insurance, and paid holidays. Medical examination along with drug screen will be administered upon offer of employment. Submit application to Human Resources, 231 Townsend, Ada, OK 74820 or email application to hr@adaok.com EOE.
Applications will be processed as they are received: the position may remain open until it is filled.
(Job) Location:
City of Ada
Website Address (please do not delete the http://):
http://adaok.com
Contact Information -
Company/Municipality Name:
City of Ada
Street Address
230 S Towsend Street
City
Ada
State
Oklahoma
Zip Code
74820
Phone Number
5804366300
Contact Job Title:
HH Assistant II
First Name
kristi
Last Name
manuel
Email Address
kristi.manuel@adaok.com
Listing Expiration Date:
11/28/2024