Montana Career Opportunity – Executive Director – PhillCo Economic Growth Council, Inc.

The mission of PhillCo Economic Growth Council is to assist in improving the economic stability of the Phillips County area and the standard of living of the residents. To provide leadership in the county relative to the retention and creation of jobs with expanded wealth of our residents and tax revenue for the communities.

JOB DESCRIPTION – Executive Director

SALARY RANGE:

Compensation based on experience and qualifications as determined by the Board of Directors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Undergraduate degree in planning, administration, business, economics, communication, or other applicable program or related work experience desired. Must have administrative and management expertise, excellent computer, organizational and communication (both written and verbal) skills. Must be proficient with common office equipment and software systems (including Internet, MS Office and QuickBooks). Must have and maintain a valid Montana driver’s license. Must meet physical demands of position.

DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

Understanding of non profit management and ability to work with Board of Directors, local officials and community members to carrying out the organizational mission (shown above).

Must have initiative and ability to work independently and with considerable latitude in the overall management of the organization in addition to planning, development and implementation of community and economic development programs/activities in all communities of Phillips County.

Must have knowledge of budgeting process and possess skills to provide fiscal oversight of annual budget that includes various accounts and loan funds.

Experience with grant writing and administration, property management, contracts/leases, public relations and working with local, state, and federal governments preferred.

Must have effective written and verbal communication skills with capacity to serve as facilitator and leader of public meetings, programs. Obvious aptitude as a “team builder” preferred.

Must be able to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.

DUTIES OF THIS POSITION:

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall administration and supervision of the organization, subject to the direction of the Board of Directors.

The Director supervises staff (per contract with the Malta Chamber of Commerce), prepares the annual budget, manages & administers all contracts and funds of the organization including and the PhillCo Community Fund, manages and promotes the Malta Business & Industry Development District (MBIDD), works closely with local Chambers of Commerce, prepares proposals for consideration by the Board of Directors. The Director also represents the organization at public and professional meetings at the local, state and national level.

Position will work closely with local organizations and elected officials. Duties include, but are not limited to, working with local governments to assess economic and community development needs, identify funding opportunities, prioritize and implement projects, prepare applications and hold public meetings.

Director will respond to citizen and business inquiries that directly impact economic development and assure that Phillips County communities are positively represented. Develop and coordinate the preparation of marketing materials as needed that promote local economic development opportunities. Disseminate promotional and marketing material to prospective business and industry.

This position will function as the planner for local governments in the Bear Paw EDD and as the liaison for certain state and federal agencies for selected activities. Working with the Board of Directors is responsible for preparing annual Action or Strategic Plan. Position will assist to ensure that needed services are provided to area local governments and will be responsible for other duties as assigned by Board of Directors.

Frequent travel is required with the County, including overnight travel to attend meetings and conferences within the region and state. Must be able to attend evening meetings.

ABILITIES AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Position requires the skills to talk to and communicate with the public, co-workers, and groups. Sits at a desk, at meetings, and in vehicles for long periods of time. Uses hands and fingers to handle the telephone, computer, office equipment, and write. Vision abilities require the skill to review technical and legal documents, reports, telephone numbers, analytical and statistical reports. Stands and walks short distances. Stoops and bends, handles and lifts books, papers, and office equipment up to 50 pounds. Extensive travel is required to remote locations when performing job duties. May require climbing on and into various vehicles. Normal restricted smoking, office environment. Periodic exposure to dirt, dust, and fumes.

TO APPLY:

Send letter of application, resume and a minimum of three references, two of which must have knowledge of applicant’s professional abilities, to the address listed below. Position will remain open until filled.

Kris Kuehn, President

PhillCo Economic Growth Council

PO Box 1637

Malta, MT 59538

or

Glasgow Job Service Workforce Center

74 4th Street North

Glasgow, Montana 59230

Phone: (406)228-9369

Fax: (406)228-8793

Email [email protected]

(You can view it online by going to http://www.jobs.mt.gov Then select search by county and when the map comes up…select phillips county.)