The San Juan County Economic Development Council is recruiting for an Executive Director to be responsible for achieving the goals and objectives of the EDC Board of Directors consistent with the Economic Development Elements of the San Juan County and Town of Friday Harbor Comprehensive Plans.
The EDC Executive Director reports to the EDC Board of Directors (and their designee) and has the following major responsibilities:
1. Achieve the goals and objectives of the EDC Board of Directors consistent with the Economic Development Elements of the San Juan County and Town of Friday Harbor Comprehensive Plans.
2. Establish and maintain the Economic Development Council as the economic resource within San Juan County.
3. Establish and grow the relationship with local businesses and other business organizations.
4. Establish and grow the relationship with local municipalities to work toward joint economic objectives.
Additional responsibilities will include activities and deliverables toward board relations, business assistance retention and recruitment, government relations and coordination, community outreach, and office administration.
This position is expected to be a .75 (3/4) position and does provide benefits. There may be an opportunity for additional compensated hours via grant funded projects approved by the Board. There is no funding for relocation expenses.
A full job description can be found on the EDC website at www.islandway.org/announce.htm. Deadline for applications is October 30, 2009. It is desired to have this position filled by December 1, 2009. Submit a resume, cover letter, and references to Ralph Hahn, EDC President, San Juan County Economic Development Council, PO Box 3053, Friday Harbor, WA 98250 or info@islandway.org. For questions, call 360-378-2906.
The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) advocates to diversify and strengthen the economy of San Juan County and to promote and preserve the overall quality of life of islanders. The EDC is the county’s primary source for island business-related information. The EDC strives to enable business success by linking resources, rendering assistance, and improving conditions for local business.
