Business Attraction Specialist

Business Attraction Specialist (Economic Development Officer)

Kneehill County is looking for an individual with great skills and knowledge to add to our fantastic team. This individual will bring their creative critical thinking skills, enthusiasm for engaging and collaborating as well as their fun sense of humor and ability to develop a deeper sense of Community! Are you up to the challenge? Do you have what it takes to bring new businesses into and support current ones in Kneehill County?

Business Focus Statement

Kneehill County’s Business Attraction Specialist takes a strategic approach to attracting new businesses and supporting current local businesses to foster a sustainable economy within our region.

Position Summary

The Business Attraction Specialist reports to the Director of Community Services and is responsible for facilitating, promoting, and ensuring community and economic development in order to enhance the growth and sustainability within our community. The Business Attraction Specialist is also responsible for facilitating economic development in regard to commercial business planning and initiatives, as well as assist local organizations, businesses, and individuals with establishing economic development plans and projects. The Business Attraction Specialist is a strong collaborator and is open, flexible, and creative with ideas and solutions.

Kneehill County is looking for an individual with great skills and knowledge to add to our fantastic team. This individual will bring their creative critical thinking skills, enthusiasm for engaging and collaborating as well as their fun sense of humor and ability to develop a deeper sense of Community! Are you up to the challenge? Do you have what it takes to bring new businesses into and support current ones in Kneehill County?

Key Responsibilities Include:

Accountabilities

Attract businesses and business start ups to locate to Kneehill County

Develop, communicate, and administer business friendly policies and practices consistent with corporate strategies and initiatives

Develop and implement marketing materials to promote business growth and investment

Develop investment readiness and incentive programs

Promoting the community in order to expand on economic development initiatives

Identifying and fostering various economic development opportunities within our region

Assist local organizations, businesses, and individuals with facilitating economic development plans and projects, including identifying and helping reduce barriers for business growth

Securing funding support for the regional communities with Economic Development activities

Participating with Kneehill Regional Partnership with collaboration projects and initiatives

Consult with a variety of partners, federal and provincial. Disseminate information and share with the public

Social Media and website updating tourism and business content

Consult with internal department and stakeholders regarding external business relationships

Develop and implement marketing materials to promote business growth and investment

Assist local businesses with business support and development, help generate solutions

Ensure compliance with the Municipal Government Act, Council policies and desired direction and the Corporate Strategic Plan, as well as any legislative requirements

Requirements:

Qualifications

Related technical diploma or degree

5 years’ experience in an Economic Development role

2 years Municipal experience desired

Must have solid demonstrated skills in math, reading and critical thinking

Recommended formal training through Economic Developers of Alberta or (similar)

Planning background would be an asset

Strong networking skills

Communications, public relations, or tourism education would be an asset

Above average analytical, problem solving, planning and organizational skills

Strong cognitive ability to balance the big picture while focusing on the details of process and systems.

Long range planning experience

Graphic design would be an asset

Above average computers skills with Microsoft suite, desk top publishing, website design and maintenance.

Social media skills including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Google business are an asset.

Strong presentation skills

If you know you have the skill set to match our needs, please send your cover letter, and resume to:

Attention: Jessie Kasha – HR Coordinator
RE: Business Attraction Specialist
Kneehill County 1600 2^nd Ave Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0
Email: employment@kneehillcounty.com
Closing Date: July 18, 2023

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What do we offer?

Competitive pay

Group Health Benefits

Local Authority Pension Plan

Engaging and empowering work environment

Strong policies and supportive atmosphere

Fun and friendly co-workers

Training Opportunities

Employer Contact:

Name: Jessie Kasha Email: employment@kneehillcounty.com

Additional Job Information:

Posted Date: Oct 18, 2022
Closing Date: Jul 18, 2023