Big Spring Economic Development Corporation - Executive Director

Big Spring Economic Development Corporation

Job Description
Executive Director

Job Title: Executive Director Job Type: Full-Time/Exempt

Targeted Hiring Range: $110,000 - $140,000 DOQ

This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing
basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested

applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Description:
Under limited supervision the Executive Director will plan, direct, manage, and oversee the
activities and operations of the Economic Development Department; coordinate assigned
activities with other city departments and outside agencies; provide highly responsible and
complex administrative support to City management; and perform other duties as assigned.
The Executive Director serves as the primary position for economic development in Big Spring,
Texas. The Executive Director promotes economic development programs that meet the
strategic goals and objectives of the City and Board of Directors to recruit and retain business
investment resources in Big Spring.

General Statement of Duties:
Under direct supervision of the Board of Directors, implements BSEDC goals, coordinates and
develops and manages Economic Development (EDC) incentives and programs to businesses
that invest resources to increase the local property tax base, create and retain jobs, and
contribute to the general wellbeing of the community.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Relations,
Political Science, Economics or a combination of education and at least ten (10) years of
experience in economic development may be substituted for the degree requirement,
and
• A minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in economic
development as shown by a proven track record of significant involvement in economic
development with documented results, and
• A valid Texas Driver’s License. Must maintain and provide proof of auto liability
insurance, and
• Must be willing to relocate to the City of Big Spring.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Coordinates and facilitates Economic Development (EDC) program activities to achieve
the Board’s economic development strategies, assure the program activities meet the
Board of Directors goals, objectives and directives.
• Assists in planning and organizing Economic Development activities to attract new
businesses, encourage expansion and retention, expand the tax base, encourage

creation of jobs, workforce development, and generally improve the quality of life and
facilitate a self-sustaining economy for the city; assists in developing plans to attract,
assist and retain a diversified mix of businesses and public/private partnerships.
• Assists with the preparation of formal and technical reports, working papers,
presentations, and correspondence.
• Reviews EDC activities and develops recommendations for program goals, services and
projects; evaluates and facilitates compliance with local, state and federal agency
requirements and prepares reports; supervise the EDC meetings and creation of public
agendas.
• Assists with contract development; manages contracts and evaluates compliance with
contract requirements; evaluates expenditures and monitors payments.
• Implement plans to attract and create primary industry jobs, enhance business
atmosphere to retain existing business base and market Big Spring to the business
communities.
• Provides information and referrals on economic development programs, processes, and
services.
• Coordinates with community organizations, regional agencies, businesses, and non-profit
organizations.
• Analyzes data, evaluates trends and assures EDC issues are properly addressed and
resolved – this will include researching other city and economic development efforts and
best practices and compiling that information for use by the department in refining or
creating new programs
• Supports the relationship between the Big Spring Economic Development Corporation
and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior. Maintains
confidentiality of sensitive economic development issues, work-related issues, and Big
Spring Economic Development information.
• Acts as primary liaison between city departments and outside organizations to improve
communications, encourage collaboration and facilitate positive processes and initiatives
in the community.
• Driving and traveling is required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Experience & Demonstrated Abilities of Knowledge and Skill:
• Economic development organization, operations, policies and procedures.
• Economic development principles, practices and implementation methods, including
business development, business retention, redevelopment, marketing and local
government financial incentives for business and economic development projects.
• City, state, and federal statutes, rules, codes, and regulations relating to economic
development.
• Plan organize direct and coordinate the work of the staff.
• Select, supervise train and evaluate staff.
• Local community issues and regional community resources available to citizens.
• Principles of record keeping, records management, contract management, and prepare
and administer complex budgets.
• Economic development program planning and evaluation principles.
• Analyzing and interpreting business development issues, evaluating alternatives, and
making logical recommendations based on findings.
• Analyzing, prioritizing, and promoting ED programs to meet development strategies.
• Analyzing and evaluating economic development issues and developing programs and
services to meet strategic goals.
• Implementing and coordinating plans, programs and incentives for the acquisition of real
property as may be necessary and retention of industry and business in the community.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established standard operating
procedures.
• Managing economic development grants on behalf of BSEDC and the City.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with City Administration,
other economic development agencies, businesses, non-profit organization, federal and
state agencies, and the general public.
• Computer competency including word processing, database, and spreadsheet
applications, and competent ability with Excel, PowerPoint, and general graphic
illustration tools is required.
• Public speaking skills
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity,
kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, vision, hearing, talking,
use of foot controls.
Travel may include driving, air travel or other means from locations outside of the city.

RESUME:
Submittal of professional resume is required and must include an explanation of employment
gaps. All applicants will be subject to a standard background check completed by the city.
Applicants shall not have filed for personal or business bankruptcy or be in arears for federal,
state, or municipal taxes.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY:
One (1) Administrative Assistant