ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the Director, Planning and Economic Development, the Manager, Economic Development is responsible for developing the hamlets and rural areas of Greenview through a collaborative framework consistent with legislation.
This position has several direct reports related to economic development and tourism and ensures the successful operation of the Hamlet of Grande Cache Tourism and Interpretive Center by tourism staff.
The main focus of this position will be working with regional economic partners to build on current rural business success, enhance community growth initiatives, boost the tourism and attraction industry and explore new and emerging opportunities.
Additional duties include, but are not limited to, supporting the Greenview Industrial Gateway and other regional initiatives while maintaining clear communication networks with internal and external stakeholders.
MAJOR
- Preparation and administration of the Economic Development and Tourism program budget.
- Work towards the organizational implementation of Greenview’s Strategic Plan and support of Council initiatives.
- Manage, oversee, coordinate, and support direct reporting staff in Economic Development and Tourism.
- Work collaboratively and in mutual support of key internal stakeholders, including but not limited to Communications and Marketing, Planning and Development and the Greenview Industrial Gateway.
- Work proactively to ensure business retention and expansion within Greenview.
- Actively pursue new industry opportunities and support businesses to locate to Greenview.
- Represent and promote Greenview at industry events and trade shows.
- Establish relationships with existing and prospective industrial/ commercial representatives, community groups, and stakeholders in relation to economic development and tourism support.
- Establish and maintain positive liaisons with various government agencies.
- Develop and assist in the implementation of Greenview’s goals - objectives and policies / procedures related to economic activities and programs.
- Ensure the department assembles, develops, distributes, and analyzes demographic and economic information for internal and external use.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
MINOR
- Manage and conduct special projects authorized by Greenview’s Council.
- Research economic development initiatives, compile and maintain the statistical data.
- Interact with area chamber of commerce’s and similar groups to promote business.
- Prepare and present analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities as needed.
OCCASIONAL
- Provide customer service and serve as a trouble shooter to Ratepayers, brokers, landowners, prospects, retailers, developers, and organizations acting as an advocate for business.