The Corporation of the County of Huron
Economic Development Department
Requires a Full Time Permanent
Director of Economic Development
The County of Huron, known as “Ontario’s West Coast,” is a mosaic of vibrant communities along the shores of Lake Huron. The County has a population of 60,000 people. Amidst pastoral and marine scenery, the County’s economic strengths are agriculture, manufacturing and tourism.
TheCounty of Huron requires aDirector of Economic Development who serves as a senior leader in community economic development for the County of Huron and will be involved in planning, developing and implementing new economic opportunities. The Director of Economic Development must have the ability to make good strategic decisions, demonstrate strong civic community leadership; build relationships with staff, economic development partners, the business community and municipalities.
Reporting to the CAO the Economic Development officer is responsible for the following duties:
Role and Responsibilities:
- Business Development:
●Managing the operating budget and overseeing risk.
●Applying sound business principles to administer and direct department initiatives and operations efficiently at the highest level of quality and service.
●Designs economic development strategies and action plans. Evaluates local resources, needs, goals and opportunities and promotes the County of Huron.
●Develop, maintain, and support a strong Board of Directors; seek and build board involvement with strategic direction.
●Preparing reports and giving presentations to Council to communicate and/or recommend program changes.
- Planning and technical support:
●Serving as the Economic Development Board’s advocate; identifying, assessing and advising on business matters.
●Developing and implementing short and long term departmental goals, business plans and objectives in alignment with corporate strategies.
●Preparing reports and giving presentations to Council to communicate and/or recommend program changes.
- liaison, relationships and partnerships:
- Oversee and direct day-to-day office functioning
●The Director is the chief champion and spokesperson for Economic Development in Huron County and is responsible for running a highly effective, reputable and respected department.
●Promoting a productive work environment while working with human resources to provide regular feedback, performance assessments and coaching to department staff
●Oversee actions of Economic Development marketing team, Small Business Enterprise Centre, development team and department communications efforts
●Integrating Health and Safety into all aspects of the department’s operations and ensuring that all employees work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act
●Maintaining positive working relationships with all stakeholders including members of Council, County staff, Municipalities, the media and community groups at large
- Personal Attributes
- Demonstrate the ability to lead, motivate, collaborate and influence the staff of the Economic Development department.
- Demonstrate exceptional communication and tact when communicating with staff, economic development partners, the business community and municipalities.
- Demonstrates and promotes professionalism, respect and customer oriented behavior
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
●University degree in Economics, Business Administration or other relevant discipline.
●Fellowship or certification in Economic Development is preferred.
●In depth experience in rural/municipal operations and diplomacy.
●Ability to effectively manage and lead a team.
●7 years senior management level experience, preferably in the municipal environment.
- Possess a thorough understanding of legislation and policies that affect local government, including familiarity with municipal law, insurance and labour relations.
Please forward your letter of application and resumein one PDF document by 4:30pm,FridayMarch 23rd, 2018 to:
Email:
The Corporation of the County of Huron -- Human Resources
1 Courthouse Square
Goderich, Ontario
N7A 1M2
Only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Information is collected solely for the purpose of job selection under the provisions of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
The County of Huron is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.