| Location | Georgia, GA |
Job Title: Economic Development Director
Hours: Full-Time
Job Summary:
The Economic Development Director leads economic growth initiatives for Dodge County with a primary focus on international and domestic industrial recruitment, business investment, and job creation. The Director proactively markets Eastman and Dodge County to global corporations, manufacturers, and industrial site selectors to attract new industries, expand the local tax base, and create quality employment opportunities. The Director also supports existing businesses and builds partnerships with local governments, state agencies, and regional economic development organizations.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
. International and Industrial Recruitment: Identify and recruit international and domestic
manufacturers, industries, and corporations to establish or expand operations in Eastman and
Dodge County.
. Site and Business Development: Market available industrial parks, commercial properties,
infrastructure, workforce resources, and other assets to prospective investors and site
selectors.
. Job Creation and Business Expansion: Develop strategies to attract new employers, create
quality jobs, and support the growth and retention of existing businesses.
. Grant Development and Funding: Identify, secure, and administer federal, State, and
foundation grants supporting industrial development, infrastructure, and workforce growth.
. Strategic Partnerships: Collaborate with county and city officials, the Chamber of Commerce,
the Georgia Department of Economic Development, and regional, national, and international
business partners.
. Incentives and Project Management: Coordinate economic development incentives, public-
private partnerships, site development, and industrial investment projects.
. Planning and Reporting: Analyze workforce, demographic, property, and economic data;
manage budgets; and prepare reports and funding applications.
Minimum Qualifications
. Bachelor's degree in economic development, business administration, public administration,
urban planning, or a related field.
. Three to five years of relevant professional experience in economic development, industrial
recruitment, commercial real estate, or business development, preferably with supervisory
responsibilities.
Preferred Qualifications
. Experience in industrial recruitment, corporate investment, international business development,
or site selection.
. Strong negotiation, communication, financial management, grant writing, and project management
skills.
. Georgia Certified Economic Developer or Certified Economic Developer designation.
. Familiarity with industrial site readiness, workforce analysis, and economic development incentives.
Work Environment
The position requires a combination of office and field work, local and regional travel, industrial site tours, business recruitment meetings, and attendance at evening meetings and professional events.
Domestic and international travel may be required to pursue industrial investment opportunities and
recruit new industries to Dodge County. The Economic Development Authority has two existing major
industrial development sites that require ongoing marketing, promotion, and coordination to attract
perspective industries and support future economic growth.
Salary
Salary will be based on experience and qualifications. A performance-based bonus structure and
incentive package may be offered based on achieving economic development goals, attracting new
industries, and generating job creation and capital investment in Dodge County.
Interested applicants should email resumes to Davidmazza@outlook.com