President

Position Reports To: Board of Directors

Work Hours: Varying

Location: 115 N. Williams

Position Status: Exempt, Administrative Exemption

Special Demands: Varying work hours/Travel

General Philosophy:

The President is responsible for coordinating, planning, and implementing economic development programs and activities in the City of Moberly and Randolph county.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree, related experience

• Certified Economic Development Professional, preferred

• Strong communication skills

• Attention to detail

• Time management skills

• Ability to motivate and supervise staff

• Financial management & marketing skills

• Expertise with Business Retention & Expansion and business attraction efforts

• Residency in one of member counties required unless the MAEDC board approves otherwise due to extenuating circumstances.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate all aspects of MAEDC daily operations and economic development functions

• Work with developers, government entities, and prospective industrial, retail and commercial clients to promote investment in Moberly and surrounding areas

• Oversee technical and administrative support for the application, qualification of, and administration of various loan, grant, and tax credit programs available from various funding sources

• Work with existing businesses to enhance profitability and encourage further investment in Moberly and surrounding areas

• Develop and implement area marketing strategies and comprehensive plan development in cooperation with area municipalities to support economic growth

• Work with the local Chamber of Commerce and other civic organizations to promote economic growth

• Represent MAEDC with area regional economic development groups working together to market the region for economic growth

• All other tasks assigned by the MAEDC Board of Directors from time to time

Submit resume and cover letter to info@moberly-edc.com