Job Announcement

Position: Executive Director ofEconomic Development Program

Location: TBD

Department: Economic Development and Community Relations

Reports to:VP of Economic Development and Community Relations

FLSA Designation:Exempt

Nature of Duties:

The Executive Director of Economic Development Program is responsible for planning and organizing the operation of the Economic Development Program to include some or all of the following: customized training, evening course work, continuing education, off campus activities, and industrial projects. This position will manage and oversee financial/budget operations of the department. Additional duties include assisting community leaders with the recruitment of new businesses and the expansion of existingbusinesses within the service area, conducting industry job/training analysis, presentations and briefings, and participation in community events promoting the college and related programs. Staff supervision to include the management of conference center personnel and oversee the facilities and equipment. This position will require travel throughout the 7 county service area.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree *and* Five (5) years of related work experience in Economic Development areas
  • Economic Development Trainer Certificate
  • Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters degree from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university in business, educational leadership or a closely related field is strongly preferred;
  • Previous work experience in post-secondary education;
  • Proven project management and personnel management skills;
  • Previous role in Economic Development.

Salary/Benefits:Salary lowto mid 70’s based on qualifications. Benefits include 12 paid state holidays per year;earn 10 hours per month of both vacation and sick leave; participant in state retirement plan; health and flexible benefits available.

Method of Application: Interested candidates must apply through electronic application system at: Cover letter,with salary requirements noted, is required for consideration.

Note: Selected candidate must successfully complete a background check to include employment references, criminal history, and verification of employment prior to hire.

Employment Policy:The Technical College System of Georgia and West Georgia Technical College do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law) in educational programs, activities, admissions or employment. All applicants will be considered; however, only selected applicants may be interviewed. Approval of employment does not constitute a contract. Continued employment is contingent upon job performance and funding.