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Application for Employment: Project & Grant Manager
Department: Economic Development
Reports to: Director of Economic Development
FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary & Benefits:

This is an exempt position with a salary ranging from $45,000 to $50,000 based on qualifications and experience per the salary ordinance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, additional voluntary life insurance, a retirement plan, a health savings account, an employee assistance program, paid time off (sick, holiday, vacation time), parental leave benefits, and access to a no-cost clinic with Britt’s Family Medicine.

Job Summary:

The City of Madison is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project & Grant Manager to support the city’s grant management efforts. This position will focus on data collection related to the local population, project management, coordination of grants, compliance with SBOA (State Board of Accounts) and DLGF (Department of Local Government Finance) regulations, and ensuring that all reporting requirements are met. The Grant Specialist will serve as a subject matter expert for various departments, facilitating communication and support in their grant-related activities.

Responsibilities:

1. Data Collection and Analysis:

2. Project Management:

3. Grant Coordination:

4. Information Management:

5. Compliance Monitoring:

6. Facilitation of Grant Reporting:

7. Subject Matter Expertise:

Qualifications:

Physical Demands & Working Environment:

The conditions herein represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/ADA

The City of Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, or any other category protected by law. Further, the city will comply with all legal requirements related to affirmative action, and the employment of the handicapped, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Madison will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

To Apply:

Submit resumes and the Application for Employment at www.madison-in.gov/employment or email the full application and resume to jarmstrong@madison-in.gov.

Reports To: Randolph County United Board of Directors
Location: Randolph County, Indiana

Position Overview: The President & CEO of Randolph County United is responsible for providing visionary leadership and strategic direction to achieve the organization’s mission and objectives for fostering economic growth, promoting business development, and enhancing the overall economic vitality of Randolph County. The President & CEO will work closely with the Board of Directors, government officials, community stakeholders, business leaders, and external partners to achieve measurable outcomes and advance economic development for the county. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in economic development, exceptional leadership skills, and a deep commitment to the community.

The President & CEO of Randolph County United will work closely with Cultivating Community, a county-wide movement focused on making Randolph County a vibrant place to live, work and grow a business. This role goes beyond traditional economic development, as it requires a commitment to community development – creating quality places, nurturing talent, and fostering business growth. The President & CEO will play a key role in aligning efforts to enhance the community’s overall well-being, ensuring that economic growth benefits all residents.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

Economic Development Initiatives:

Community and Stakeholder Engagement:

Financial Management:

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred 

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior executive role. 
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in economic development, business development, or a related area. 
• Experience in developing and executing business strategies and plans that have led to organizational growth and success. 
• Proven ability to make sound and educated business decisions, highlighting strong leadership and decision-making abilities. 
• Experience in building and maintaining strategic partnerships and alliances that enhance business opportunities and growth. 
• Strong understanding of economic development principles, strategies, and trends. 
• Proven ability to develop and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders. 
• Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills. 
• Proficiency with office productivity software and familiarity with GIS, CRM, and economic development tools. 

Work Environment and Conditions

This position is based in Randolph County, with duties performed in both an office setting and in the field. Some travel may be required to attend meetings, conferences, and networking events. Evening or weekend work may be necessary depending on project demands.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range, e.g., $80,000–$85,000 annually, commensurate with experience. The position offers comprehensive benefits package, including, retirement contributions, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references electronically searchteam@randolphcountyunited.com.

Applications will be accepted until January 13, 2025.

Please contact Clyde Shaffer at 765-730-1032 with any questions

Organizational Description:

Randolph County United is an organization that strategically combines a countywide economic development organization, Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Division. Randolph County United is a one-stop-shop for business development efforts. Randolph County United provides local incentives and other benefits to businesses looking to locate or grow here. Leveraging partnerships with regional assets and local municipalities, Randolph County United collaborates with Randolph cities and towns to deliver the most vibrant and sustainable economic development possible.

Mission Statement:

To provide leadership and resources to connect communities, cultivate a prosperous economy, and create a flourishing quality of life.

Vision Statement:

Randolph County is a united community with a thriving economy

Jay County Development Corporation (JCDC) is seeking a Executive Director who will serve as the principal industrial/business promoter for Jay County, Indiana. Corporate staffing includes a professional Community Developer and Administrative Assistant working as a team to implement the Strategic Plan to enhance the economic and community development for the county reporting to the Board President.

Job Description: The Executive Director will serve as the principal industrial/business promoter for

Jay County and as such will market and represent Jay County and its governmental units at regional, state and national levels as assigned or requested. The Executive Director will have the primary responsibility for retaining existing industries and encouraging their expansion and for promoting new enterprises to locate in Jay County. Responsibilities include other activities determined to maintain and enhance the economic and community well-being of Jay County. The Executive Director will coordinate official duties with existing organizations, agencies and individuals whose primary purpose is economic, community, and workforce development, business service, or related fields in order to develop a comprehensive approach to growing the economic well-being of Jay County.

On behalf of each local unit of government and Jay County, individually and as a whole, the Executive Director will provide leadership and support to develop and implement a comprehensive county-wide Strategic Plan of action for short and long-term priorities, while addressing local community needs. In support of JCDC’s role, the Executive Director will prepare an annual budget request representing the required staffing/contractors to effectively carry out this responsibility while providing accountability and transparency. The Executive Director will work with all staff/entities to coordinate efforts while avoiding duplication of effort and providing a seamless system for delivery of economic development, community development, and related fields such as business services, workforce development, Main Street projects, and Tourism. The Executive Director is responsible for creation and implementation of an effective marketing program that provides, professional leadership in the promotion of positive political relationships, genuine public relations with public members and media networking representatives.

Essential Job Functions:

The following is a general outline of duties to be performed by the Executive Director in accomplishing a comprehensive work program:

Essential Skills and Experience:

Complete job description is located on Jay County Development Corporation’s web site at www.jaycountydevelopment.org. Please submit resumes to Jodi Hayes at jhayes@jaycodev.org.

The primary responsibility of the Sr. Director of Regional Economic Development is to lead the implementation of the Indy Partnership’s business transaction services. These efforts include but are not limited to execution of the business attraction strategy, project management, data and research, and reporting.

Requirements

• Work with outside consultants, local economic development officials, investors, business leaders and Indy Partnership staff to identify targets and activities for the regional external sales effort as well as the execution of strategic priorities identified in Accelerate Indy.
• Develop relationships with local economic development partners and maintain a working knowledge of all communities in The Indy Partnership region.
• Have a working knowledge of local and state incentives, the real estate market, tax structure, demographics, financing programs and other pertinent data used in the sales effort
• Work closely with Vice President to develop and maintain an effective relationship development program for national site selection consultants.
• Oversee a sales strategy for national and international business recruitment, including but not limited to relationship development, direct mail, personal calls/visits, presentations, trade shows and events.
• Coordinate domestic and international delegations and other group visits to the region.
• Represent the Indy Partnership, as needed, for business development activities including but not limited to conferences, sales trips, and site visits.
• Lead selected programs based special projects and Accelerate Indy recommendations that require cross-functional engagement with key staff across the organization, and with external stakeholders, as appropriate.
• Assist in the development of the department’s annual work plan and budget.
• Develop agendas and content for stakeholder meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by Indy Chamber leadership. This might include brief assignments working closely with other departments.
• Travel up to 20% of the time.

Preferred Competencies

• Track record of thinking conceptually and mastering complex subject matter quickly.
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated capacity to develop and implement practical strategies, plans, and solutions to identified issues and problems.
• Ability to manage multiple strategic projects in various discipline areas.
• Proven ability to assimilate information gathered through research and consultations, to apply that information in creative and cross-cutting ways, and to synthesize appropriate strategies and responses.
• Superior critical thinking skills, including the capacity to identify and appropriately assess and order competing interests and priorities. First rate verbal and written communication skills.
• Track record of taking initiative in managing competing organizational and departmental priorities and working effectively under pressure when facing extremely short deadlines.
• Ability to partner well with colleagues both in and outside of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and to undertake supervisory responsibilities as needed.
• Excellent diplomacy skills and ability to converse easily with prominent academics and significant leaders.
• Able to prioritize, organize tasks and time, and follow up.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and a minimum of 10 years or more of job-related experience. Proven ability to identify key issues and to carry forward an idea or project from conception to execution. Existing Regional relationships and/or foreign trade experience a plus.

Red Envelope Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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