Career Center - Job Opportunities for Economic Development Professionals

President/CEO
Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce

Are you ready to lead a progressive, nationally recognized Chamber of Commerce? If you are the CEO we are looking for, you will be an effective and inspired communicator that motivates people into action. You’ll live and breathe the vision of our chamber, build its membership and catalyze growth.

As a great strategic thinker you will help organize and motivate our team. As a leader you are at ease and engaging as a public speaker and spokesperson to the media, and you will regularly make presentations in the communities we serve. You’ll accept only the best performance from yourself and your team, and you’ll be ready to take a long term challenge to create a top performing organization.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record of accomplishment in economic development with demonstrated experience and expertise in strategic planning and execution; developing/managing strong organizations and management teams and the ability to effectively interact with business, political and community leaders as well as diverse interest groups. Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills are a must.

The Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce serves over 725 member businesses, representing over 25,000 employees in the Susquehanna Valley’s four-county area of Montour, Northumberland, Snyder and Union counties in Pennsylvania. It also serves in support of the Susquehanna Industrial Development Corporation and Leadership Susquehanna Valley.

If this ad describes you, then be ready to sell yourself and contact us by January 18, 2009. Please send resume, informative cover letter, and salary history to GSVCCchamberexecsearch@gmail.com. For more information about the chamber please visit www.gsvcc.org.

EOE/M/F/D/V

Posted January 5, 2009

Executive Director of Dauphin County
Department of Community and Economic Development
Job Location: Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania

Dauphin County is seeking an experienced professional to lead County Government's efforts in Economic Development and Redevelopment. The successful candidate for this position must possess significant economic development and redevelopment experience and knowledge, have exceptional people skills including but not limited to the following: the ability to collaborate; vision to look beyond small issues and seek big solutions; ability to develop good relationships with local government officials; superior oral and written communication skills. The successful candidate must exude confidence, trustworthiness and integrity both within Dauphin County and the community as a whole. The successful candidate must be a team player not only within the structure of County Government, related County Boards and Authorities, but also with local and regional partners in Economic Development and related activities.

Minimal requirements include: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, Planning and/or (a) related fields. Professional Certification and advanced degrees preferred. Working knowledge of economic development programs; Pennsylvania experience preferred but not required. Working knowledge of economics, business operations and macroeconomic issues facing business in today's global economy. Successful candidate should possess an awareness of emerging economic and community development trends and demonstrate a commitment to continuing education in the field. Candidate should also have excellent oral and written communication skills and superior computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and related programs.

Experience requirements include: Five years of progressive economic development experience, two years of which should be in a leadership role that required supervision of staff and direct client work. Experience working with elected officials, media and other economic development professionals. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Dauphin County offers a 100% Premium-Paid Family Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision insurance package.

Interested candidates should send cover letter, completed Dauphin County Application for Employment, resume, three references and salary history and requirements by January 15, 2009 to Dauphin County Personnel Department, P.O. Box 1295, Harrisburg, PA 17108-1295. Anyone requiring an accommodation to apply or to participate in the selection process should contact County Personnel at (717) 780-6230. For more information and to obtain an employment application, visit www.dauphincounty.org or contact (717) 780-6230. EOE

Posted December 12, 2008

Chief Executive Officer
The Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors, a statewide member service organization representing Pennsylvania's township governments, is conducting a nationwide search for a Chief Executive Officer to replace its Executive Director who will retire December 31, 2009. The purpose of the Web site link below is to offer further insight into the Association... its members... and the role of the Executive Director. Please refer to the accompanying sections for additional information.

http://www.psatsexecutivesearch.com/

Posted December 2, 2008

Business Manager
Armstrong County is accepting applications for a Business Manager for it's newly created Economic Development Department. Responsible for developing marketing programs and providing business support and site information to potential prospects. The primary goal of this position is to assist business in their efforts to locate, expand, or maintain operations in Armstrong County. Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications or a closely related field, plus a minimum of 5 years administrative working experience in a business or government environment preferred, or any acceptable combination of experience and training. Qualified candidates send resume to: Human Resources Department, County of Armstrong, 450 E. Market Street, Ste 210, Kittanning, PA 16201. Attention: EDBM. Deadline to apply: December 12, 2008. EOE

Posted November 19, 2008

Executive Director
Armstrong County is accepting applications for an Executive Director in it's newly created Economic Development Department. Responsible for directing and supervising the staff and overall operations carried out by the Industrial Development Council. Also, ensure programs and projects are carried out according to federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The primary goal of this position is to assist business in their efforts to locate, expand or maintain operations in Armstrong County. Position requires a Bachelor's degree, with emphasis on Economic Development, plus a minimum of five (5) years previous professional Economic Development experience, or any acceptable combination of experience and training. Qualified candidates send resume to: Human Resources Department, County of Armstrong, 450 E. Market Street, Ste 210, Kittanning, PA 16201. Attention: EDED. Deadline to apply: December 12, 2008. EOE

Posted November 19, 2008

Project/Property Manager
Armstrong County is accepting applications for a Project/Property Manager for it's newly created Economic Development Department. Responsible for coordinating the maintenance of all the Industrial Development Council properties and supervising new construction and improvement projects as assigned by the Exec Dir. Manages all maintenance and construction activities relative to IDC properties, or special assigned projects. Position requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in business management or a closely related field, and five years experience in project management and supervision, or any acceptable combination of experience and training. Qualified candidates send resume to: Human Resources Department, County of Armstrong, 450 E. Market Street, Ste 210, Kittanning, PA 16201. Attention: EDPPM. Deadline to apply: December 12, 2008. EOE

Posted November 19, 2008