Are you a driven individual who has experience bringing communities together to seek solutions to difficult issues? Do you have a passion for and interest in helping to support our region and communities in areas including transportation, regional economic development, land use and public infrastructure, natural resources and environmental protection, public safety and emergency management, housing and human services, education, and workforce development? COIC is looking for a talented Community and Economic Development Director, highlight the opportunity to shape a vibrant future for Central Oregon, emphasizing the impact of their leadership on community growth and economic prosperity to join our team! This is a salaried position at $6,922.00 - $11,442.00/Monthly, DOE and Qualifications. The ideal candidate will have experience overseeing planning and implementation of community and economic development activities at local or regional levels. Come join the COIC team and work for an organization serving and doing great things in Central Oregon!
First review of applications will be Monday, April 21, 2025
Job Details:
Job Title – Director of Community and Economic Development
Hours/Days – Typically, Normal Business Hours, Monday – Friday with some after hours meetings required.
Based in Bend, OR
Benefits include health, vision, and dental. One low monthly premium will cover you and your dependents. Earn vacation and sick time from day one and employer paid retirement! Other benefits available.
Summary of Duties:
Oversee the planning and implementation of COIC's community and economic development activities within the region, including development and implementation of the region's Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy and managing COIC's Economic Development District functions. Oversee and/or participate in regional community and economic development planning and implementation efforts to address organizational, programmatic
and capacity building issues within the region. Oversee and manage CED and Loan Department teams including coaching and mentoring staff and handling performance management.
The Community and Economic Development Director will administer and develop COIC's economic development district functions, and advance strategic interests in regional planning, problem solving, and regional coordination activities. The CED Director will ensure that all CED program activities are consistent with COIC's strategic plan, and support regional efforts to improve the economy, create jobs, and support quality communities.
Essential Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Community Economic Development, Public/Urban Planning, Business Administration, Economics, Natural Resources, or Sociology; plus at least four (4) years of professional work experience in the area of CED including development of programs, development of long- and short-range goals and plans, overseeing budget and grants, and progressively responsible management or supervisory experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience to sufficiently perform the essential duties of the job will be considered. Public sector experience desirable.
- Knowledge of grant and other funding sources and their standards for successful application.
- Knowledge of community and economic development and application of economic theory.
- Ability to research and prepare grant applications.
- Ability to compile and analyze economic and related statistics.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365.
- Interpret and apply federal and state program requirements based on statutes, regulations and program guidelines.
- Organize and facilitate effective meetings, prepare and give presentations.
- Represent agency to various businesses and community leaders, local government officials and State and Federal officials.
- Work independently and diplomatically.
- Work with diverse groups and varied individuals.
- Must maintain client and agency confidentiality.
- Must have the ability to work as part of a team.
- Must have the ability to communicate and interact positively.
- Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment.
- Ability to manage time effectively and efficiently.
- Must pass a criminal background check.
To view this opportunity, read the full job description and/or apply for this job, visit us at https://www.coic.org/careers/.