Pierce County Economic Development Corporation (PCEDC): Executive Director Position
SUMMARY
Perform at a high level the leadership and management functions of planning, organizing, directing, coordinating and controlling the activities and affairs of the PCEDC. This position works directly with the president and Executive Committee to successfully perform the duties in accordance with the by-laws, established policies, strategic plans and business objectives as delegated by the Board of Directors. This position is filled following a selection process led by the Executive Committee and a majority vote of the Board of Directors.
SUPERVISION (1)
- Administrative Assistant (part-time)
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the daily operations of the PCEDC including financial management, external outreach, program support and staff supervision/development.
- Provide services to Pierce County residents and potential businesses to expand and grow the county’s economy.
- Lead countywide promotion and business attraction efforts.
- Strengthen existing Business Retention and Expansion Programs.
- Support the creation of small businesses and entrepreneurship.
- Elevate PCEDC as the lead economic development entity in the county.
- Represent PCEDC with local, regional, state and federal elected officials, agencies and working groups.
- Secure funding for the corporation with the assistance of the Board of Directors
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience: Position requires significant business experience, knowledge of and a passion for economic development. Prior experience with the management of an economic development corporation is preferred.
Skills: Excellent written and oral communications skills required. Position has significant external contact which requires a high degree of diplomacy, confidentiality and the ability to interact various groups and individuals. Candidates who have high levels of digital media and information literacy along with digital marketing skills will be preferred.
Conditions: Some travel, nights, weekend and irregular hours are required in the completion of responsibilities. A valid driver’s license is required.
Please direct all correspondence and questions to :
Larry J Dokkestul
PCEDC Board Chair
C/O Pierce Pepin Cooperative
Services
PO Box 420, Ellsworth WI
54011-0420
Direct:
715-273-2403
Fax: 715-273-2019
ldokkestul@piercepepin.coop
Applications should include a detailed resume and a cover letter relating the candidates experience to the position. Review will begin on September 1 and will continue until the position is filled.
