Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance

January, 2023

Description: The Manager, Economic Development will facilitate implementation and coordination of economic development programs and projects focused on the promotion of the economic growth of Kokomo and Howard County. Interact with President/CEO, staff, and volunteer board and council members to plan and develop efforts focused on the attraction of capital investment, job creation, entrepreneurial development, expanded tax base, and resulting ancillary improvement in overall quality of life through the expansion of existing, and the attraction of new, employers. Engage in efforts to increase the prosperity of the community through an increase in employment, income, and population and the resulting gain in economic and demographic metrics. Direct, coordinate, and supervise the preparation of proposals to win economic development opportunities. Manage activities intended to create a framework for encouraging and facilitating entrepreneurial based business development and existing employer growth by coordinating access to local, regional and state resources.

The position reports directly to the President/CEO.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Location: Kokomo, IN
Type: Full Time – Minimum 3-year experience and/or equivalent educational experience