Economic Development Officer

The Township of North Huron is recruiting one (1) individual to fill the role of:

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

(Permanent Part-Time)

Reporting to the CAO, the Economic Development Officer will lead and work with the Township’s Community Engagement Coordinator on business development, downtown revitalization, business attraction and retention, small business development and securing provincial and federal grants programs and promote community sustainability planning.

The position will attract new businesses and industries to North Huron and will work with property owners, developers and builders to create attractive business locations. The position will also provide support to existing business owners.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A post secondary degree in Community Development, Business Development, Economics and/or Social Science
• MAP, AMCT or other similar designations would be considered an asset.

Qualifications for Employment include:

• Being a team player
• Excellent customer service skills
• Knowledge of business development and marketing concepts

Applicants must be prepared to work 20 hours per week Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The rate of pay for this position begins at $39.93. Further information on the position is available on the Township of North Huron website.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a letter of application and resume outlining their qualifications and experience to the undersigned by no later than 4:00 PM on Friday, February 9, 2024.

ATTN: Human Resources
RE: Economic Development Officer
274 Josephine Street
Wingham ON, N0G 2W0
hr@northhuron.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Township of North Huron is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Personal information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and solely for the purpose of candidate selection.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $77,864.00-$97,332.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person