President, Mecosta County Development Corporation

The Mecosta County Development Corporation is seeking an experienced economic and business development professional to serve as the President of the organization.

The position will be responsible for taking a proactive approach to soliciting new business, retaining, and expanding existing businesses as well as advocating on behalf of the business community.  The successful candidate must possess a comprehensive knowledge of business planning, development, financing programs, government policy, as well as experience in negotiating and implementing development agreements.  The position also requires strong communication skills, effective use of social media, and the ability to work independently.  A successful candidate will have a vision for developing and extending economic development services that include working with (contractual basis) the leadership of Osceola County.  

Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Economic Development, Urban Planning, Public Administration, Business or related field and three years of progressively responsible experience in economic/community development related activities or comparable private sector experience.  A complete job description is available at: mecostaedc.com. 

Salary package $55,000 - $70,000 DOQ with benefits to be negotiated.

Resumes will be accepted beginning May 14, 2021 and may be submitted to Michele Graham, supervisor@mecostatwp.org.  We will receive applications until the position is filled.

For a detailed job description go to: https://Job-Description.pdf