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The Economic Development Planner plays a crucial role in shaping the future of our community by spearheading Economic Development initiatives and providing cutting-edge data and analytics services. As the go-to expert in regional data, analytics, and visualization, the Economic Development Planner is at the forefront of driving strategic regional growth and informed decision-making. Join us in this impactful journey and be a key player in transforming data into actionable strategies for our community's prosperity. This is a direct hire position.
Economic Development Planner Essential Job Functions include:
- Economic Development planning
- Economic Data & Research
- Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with local units of government, community organizations, and other agencies
- Contributes to subject-matter related grant narratives including, but not limited to, responses to federal and state funding opportunities
- Attends meetings, events, and other engagements representing RPC, including occasional evenings and weekends
- Provides timely, routine reports of satisfactory progress toward goals and objectives
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
- Ability to prepare and present reports and presentations
- Skill in the use and care of a personal computer, including knowledge of MS Office Suite and other software and technologies as adopted
Economic Development PlannerEducation, Training & Experience:
- Graduation from an accredited institution with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economic Development, Urban Planning, Community Development, or related field, and 1-3 years of relevant experience. A satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which ensures the ability to perform the work may be considered.
- Valid Driver’s License with insured personal vehicle for business use
Economic Development Plannerstarting salary; $50,000, depending on experience
If you are interested in being the driving force behind our thriving community-then apply directly to this job posting today! Or contact Keri 815-229-7810
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