AddressDescription
Research, identify, develop, implement, and monitor programs leading to improved customer relations, accurate and relevant data and materials, availability to trending business and entrepreneurial resources, that encourages economic growth within the region and communities.
Actively engage with the private sector and development community to
increase overall awareness and encourage site selection in the region for quality residential, industrial, hospitality, retail, and other commercial development projects.
In conjunction with local communities, develop and maintain a comprehensive inventory of local built environment, commercial inventory, local business needs, and regional and national trends impacting Economic Development and professional development opportunities; network and recommend, adjust solutions, programs, and resources.
Manage, facilitate, and monitor existing business, new development,
stakeholder, and regional interests.
Assist with the managing of South Saskatchewan Ready (SSR) including
creating agendas, coordinating on various projects, following up on information requests and attending meetings.
Facilitate problem solving and resolution on Economic Development related issues that may arise; performs business process analysis; and recommend changes to improve processes.
Meet with clients/customers, residents, associations, interest groups, non-profit organizations, elected officials, business representatives and others on policy and program issues.
Implement modern approaches to Economic Development marketing including social media and effective design of website and marketing materials.
Conduct administrative tasks such as maintaining contracts, creating Request for Proposals (RFPs), processing invoices, negotiating bid proposals, and assisting with scheduling meetings.
Support regional and community policies, goals, and objectives and work with management and other staff to ethically achieve such goals and objectives
