Montana Career Opportunities – Business Development Officer, Business Attraction Specialist – Great Falls Development Alliance

The Great Falls Montana Development Alliance (GFDA) is non-profit economic development organization and certified Community Development Financial Institution based in Great Falls, Montana. We currently have two full-time positions to fill in Great Falls, MT.

Business Development Officer

Business Development Officer position will focus on attracting and facilitating private investment to expand and diversify the region’s food, agriculture and bio processing industries. You will work with existing businesses to thrive and grow; recruit businesses to expand into the region; and market opportunities to invest in these industries in the region. We are looking for candidates with a background in economic development, real estate development, finance, or business development/sales who have strong relationship-building and communication skills; work well within a team; and can excel in a fast-paced environment juggling multiple projects and priorities.

Business Attraction Specialist

Are you a natural relationship builder who loves finding opportunities, making connections, and closing deals? Want to use your business development skills to help grow the economy of North Central Montana?  We are looking for an experienced, motivated Business Attraction Specialist to identify and recruit businesses to locate and expand in the Great Falls Montana Region. You’ll work with business executives, site selectors, community partners, and the GFDA team to showcase the region’s competitive advantages and help companies successfully establish operations here. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, strong communicator, creative problem solver, and relationship builder who enjoys pursuing opportunities and making things happen.