Basic Function:
To provide assistance and support to the Strategic Innovation and Economic Development team in all aspects of economic development activities including administrative duties, data management, engagement of industry-related stakeholders and community groups on various initiatives, learning opportunities and partnerships.
Position Description:
Requirements
Skills and Abilities:
• Excellent customer services skills and professional demeanour are essential.
• Understanding of agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and small business is important and considered an asset.
• Fluent in data analysis.
• Understanding of municipal policies, programs, processes.
• Sound knowledge of economic development principles and practices.
• Knowledge of economic development programs
• Problem solving skills, knowledge of the municipal decision-making process.
• Must have ability and skill dealing with confidential issues.
• Ability to assemble and present information in a professional manner.
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Computer expertise in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software for data search and entry, and for creating and modifying documents.
• Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Benefits
Posting # NU 5.24
Position: Economic Development Coordinator
Job Code: 4EDCOR
Status: Permanent Full Time
Employee Group: Non-Union
Wage/ NU 04: $58,138 - $72,674 per annum (under review)
Division: Community Development
Department: Economic Development
Reports To: Director, Strategic Innovation and Economic Development
Location: Simcoe (with remote and office work as required)
Posting Period: February 9, 2024 to February 26, 2024
Application information:
· Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf
· If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be uploaded as 1 file.
· Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca
The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
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