Genesee County Human Resources · 5 hours ago
CHIEF STRATEGIC GROWTH OFFICER (BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS)
Flint,MI,US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expGenesee County Human Resources is seeking a Chief Strategic Growth Officer (CSGO) to lead community and economic development efforts. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to promote job creation, enhance economic vitality, and support sustainable development aligned with county-wide goals.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Create and present to the Community on Community and Economic Development and the full Board of Commissioners a multi-year strategic plan for job creation and community/economic development in Genesee County
Annually (at a minimum) work with the full Board of Commissioners to refine and revise its adopted community and economic development priorities
Identify and evaluate potential partnership opportunities
Maintain and nurture collaborative relationships with local units of government, public agencies, private sector partners, philanthropic agencies and community stakeholders
Assist in negotiating partnership agreements and contracts
Develop, support and execute economic development strategies aligned with Board of Commissioner priorities, and its partners
Manage community and economic development projects from conception through completion
Secure and manage grants and funding for community and economic development initiatives for both the county and for local units of government
Develop and publish an annual report on economic development projects in the county to include reflections, forecasting and comparative yearly metrics
Plans and facilitate a bi-annual economic development conference to engage local municipalities throughout Genesee County and to provide professional development and networking opportunities for elected officials and local economic development staff
Represent the county at public meetings, business forums, and regional events as directed by the Committee on Community and Economic Development
Stay abreast of current community and economic development trends and opportunities through state, national and international educational forums and conferences
Attend all meetings of the full Board of Commissioners and the Community and Economic Development Committee
Provide regular updates – both in writing and in-person – to the full Board of Commissioners and the Community and Economic Development Committee
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Business or related field
At least 5 years of successful professional experience in community and economic development and planning
Fluency with local, state, and federal economic development programs and various sources of funding and financing for community and economic development projects
Real estate development and construction knowledge
An understanding of public/private funding and leveraging strategies
Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills; ability to unite diverse stakeholders
Strong understanding of local barriers to community and economic development
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently and remain self-motivated
Strong time-management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines without compromising quality
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Familiarity with Genesee County government and its priorities
Familiarity and/or relationships with local municipalities within Genesee County
Knowledge of economic development tools such as Retail Lease Trac, GIS software, etc
Community engagement facilitation skills
Company
Genesee County Human Resources
Genesee County plays an integral role in every facet of our community.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chrystal Simpson
Chief Financial Officer
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