Gallia County, Ohio, Economic Development ยท 1 week ago
Deputy Director of Economic Development
Rio Grande, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveGallia County, Ohio, Economic Development is seeking a Deputy Director of Economic Development to lead initiatives that foster economic growth and community revitalization. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to implement strategies that enhance the local economy and support business development.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Support and coordinate local economic development strategies, programs, and partnerships
Collaborate with public, private, and nonprofit stakeholders to advance shared economic goals. This includes the CIC of Gallia County, the Gallia County Port Authority, Gallia County Commissioners, University of Rio Grande, and other relevant groups
Assist with project intake, management, and reporting for economic development initiatives
Serve as project manager for assigned initiatives and projects
Prepare reports, presentations, and updates for the Director, Board of Commissioners, and community stakeholders
Support grant applications and data collection for funding and reporting purposes
Develop and manage local incentive agreements, including Community Reinvestment Areas (CRA), and other local incentive tools
Analyze project proposals and coordinate incentive recommendations in alignment with state and local regulations
Maintain documentation and compliance tracking for incentive programs
Assist in leading an aggressive BR&E campaign throughout Gallia County
Coordinate with JobsOhio, Ohio Southeast Economic Development, and other regional partners to respond to company needs and opportunities
Support the identification, preparation, development, and marketing of commercial and industrial properties for investment
Assist in initiatives to expand local residential real estate stock, including partnerships with developers, lenders, and public entities
Coordinate programming and operations for the Center for Entrepreneurship at the University of Rio Grande
Support entrepreneurs and small business development through technical assistance, networking, and mentorship opportunities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or associates degree in Economic Development, Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning, or a related field. Work experience will also suffice
Demonstrated project management and communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with project tracking systems
Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including business leaders, public officials, and community organizations
Preferred
Candidates with experience in economic or community development, public finance, business, or government will be preferred
Candidates with knowledge of Ohio economic development tools and incentive programs (CRA, TIF, EZ, etc.) will be preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package through the University of Rio Grande.
Company
Gallia County, Ohio, Economic Development
Located along the Ohio River in the heart of the eastern United States, Gallia County, Ohio, has an affordability, dependability, and accessibility that few communities can match.
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