Part- Time Economic Development Director – City of Newton Falls
The City of Newton Falls is accepting resumes for a Part-time Economic Development Director. The Director of Economic will plan, direct, manage, and oversee the operations of economic development under the guidance of the City Manager.
It will be particularly important to incentivize private investment to increase business development and housing options, and to support business development. Business attraction and retention are key to the community’s economic health.
Classes completed through the Ohio Economic Development Institute (OEDI) under the auspices of the Ohio Economic Development Association will be a premium for this position.
To be considered, please submit a cover letter, list of four references, and resume to: City of Newton Falls, City Clerk Kathleen King at cityclerk@ci.newtonfalls.oh.us by 4:00 p.m. February 17, 2021. E-mail submissions only.
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