Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham

Director of Economic Development

The Director of Economic Development’s primary duty is to direct, manage and administer the programs and projects conducted by the Economic Development department at the Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham. This role manages the agency’s Economic Development District, Local Development District designations, as well as develops strategy related to developing innovative technical assistance programs to serve the needs of member governments. The position requires the consistent exercise of discretion and judgment. The position reports to the Deputy Executive Director and supervises 2-3 junior staff members. The Director of Economic Development also provides operational and administrative functions as a member of the leadership team. 

More information can be found on the RPCGB website: https://www.rpcgb.org/employment-1

To apply, candidates can submit a resume to RPCGB Human Resources at hr@rpcgb.org. 

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Lee-Russell Council of Governments

Planning and Economic Development Specialist

Responsible for the day-to-day administration of assigned federal, state, and local programs, grants, and contracts and ensures that all activities are carried out in a timely manner and in compliance with the appropriate administrative regulations. Collects and organizes data. Writes and reviews technical reports. Maintains records and files of grants and contracts. Communicates with local governments regarding grants and contracts. Consults with other development agencies, business and government leaders, to initiate projects and programs to enhance the regional economy, and participates in national, state, and local economic and community development networks. Writes grant applications for LRCOG and member governments.

Posted: 3/20/2024, General Appointment

End date for applications: Open until filled.

REQUIREMENTS: A bachelor’s degree in planning, urban studies, public administration economics, business administration, or other related field with at least two years of related work experience. Must possess valid driver’s license.

Salary Band 3: Starts at $46,200 annually.

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Chilton County Industrial Development Authority
Executive Director

The Position:

The Chilton County IDA’s Executive Director is responsible for implementing and overseeing the vision of the IDA’s Board of Directors as it relates to creating industrial growth in Chilton County. This includes the retention of existing industry and the recruitment of new targeted industries and job creation projects.

The Ideal Candidate Must:

• Be able to share their experience in working with boards of directors.
• Possess above average communication skills.
• Be able to share examples of how they can effectively and successfully communicate, both orally and in writing.
• Have examples of how they have built and maintained strong relationships among stakeholder groups.
• Be able to share a time where they have facilitated an understanding among a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Have demonstrated experience with marketing/public relations and be able to relate that experience to economic development.
• Possess a high level of integrity and professionalism.
• Be committed to transparency and ethical business practices.
• Have examples of how they have worked to be a leader and collaborator among a variety of stakeholder groups.

Salary Range: $90,000 – $140,000

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