Economic Development Corporation of KC Director of the Central City Economic Development Sales Tax District (CCED) The Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City, Missouri, is currently accepting applications for the position of Director of the Central City Economic Development Sales Tax District. This full-time staff position will be responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of CCED strategies. This role includes managing board meetings, programs, activities, and administrative procedures. The Director will manage policy development, projects, legislative coordination at all levels of government, and public relations as needed. Key responsibilities include: Managing all affairs of the district delegated by the Board of Commissioners set out in the Bylaws. Developing the organization as it expands and grows. Evaluating and coordinating redevelopment within Kansas City, Missouri, eastside business, and neighborhood districts as defined by the CCED boundaries. Communicating externally with all proper and necessary constituencies: public and private investment prospects, businesses, special interest groups, community and/or civic organizations, the Mayor, City Council, and the City Manager, the President of EDC, the general community, and the EDC Board of Directors. Supervising the design of marketing plans and programs to show strategies and actions to be used in both general and specific terms for target areas and individual projects. Implementing yearly strategic planning events with the Board of Commissioners for the fostering of development of both short and long-range programs and projects. Undertaking other reasonable assignments as approved by the Board of the CCED. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in business/public administration (preferred), Planning, Economics, Finance, or a similar field; a graduate degree in these areas is a plus. The director should have expertise in project planning, redevelopment activities, and at least 5 years of experience in project administration and direction. The ability to initiate and complete activities and responsibilities with the direction and assistance of the President of the EDC. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency with general business software, including word processing, spreadsheets, database packages, and a general familiarity with computer-based mapping information systems. This is a full-time exempt position with a salary commensurate with experience. The Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City provides a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term, and long-term disability. Residency in Kansas City, Missouri, or a willingness to relocate within six months, is required. Mail/email your resume to: Attn: Gayle Price, Administrative Coordinator Economic Development Corporation 300 Wyandotte St., Ste. 400 Kansas City, MO 64105 gprice@edckc.com For more information and a full job description, visit our website at www.edckc.com recblid jj6e5v8w8o8uvm2fyahwmmhnz5r06w