The San Juan Development Association (SJDA) is seeking a Director for a part-time position (20-25 hours per week) with an economic development nonprofit in San Juan County, CO. The Director will be responsible for programming, staff and board management, and enhancing organizational sustainability. Compensation is $40-$50 per hour.

Candidates must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, reliability, professionalism, collaboration, and the ability to follow through on tasks. Relevant experience is beneficial. This position requires physical presence in Silverton, CO.

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and references by Tuesday, June 25th, 5 pm to elizabeth@region9edd.org. SJDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Job Summary:

This part-time position of 20-25 hours a week is responsible for coordinating priority community and economic development projects as identified by the San Juan Development Association Board of Directors. The position will provide Town and County program capacity and supervise any staff working on identified projects, the Silverton Main Street program, and other priorities as may be identified moving forward.

This position is responsible for community relations and coordination with other organizations in addition to carrying out the mission of San Juan Development Association, economic development programming, and growing organization sustainability. This position is expected to grow over time.

Skill / Knowledge Requirements

Canidates should have a degree and experience in a field related to economic development or business with advanced oral and written communication skills. Requires a high degree of public and human relation skills. This position is physically located in Silverton.

Responsibilities

• Become familiar with all aspects of the area's resources and programs.
• Produce and maintain a supply of accurate informational materials to be utilized on SJDA social media, websites and existing resources.
• Develop and maintain a list of business prospects and/or individuals who have expressed interest in the area for starting a new business, expanding an existing business, or locating a new facility. Actively pursue all such prospective leads.
• Provide appropriate information and regular reports on economic development activities to SJDA and supporting government bodies as necessary.
• Attend, facilitate, and assist with meetings for the Board as well as designated committees. Responsible to ensure the provision of timely notice for meetings, location, and meeting minutes and reports.
• Identify business, economic and entrepreneurial rebuild initiatives, and the measures that should be taken to restore the economic vitality of affected areas.
• Oversee the budget and financials of SJDA including any nonprofit registration requirements, grant reporting and compliance.
• Work with Region 9 EDD on the SJDA Loan Program.
• Proactively develop other sources of funding for SJDA including grant and program opportunities.
• Manage SJDA Staff and oversee programs under their super vision.
• Define and promote the value of SJDA membership and be responsible for maintaining, engaging, and growing membership base and revenue per direction of the Board of Directors.
• Special projects - Work on special projects as opportunities arrive and as approved by SJDA Board.

Major Accountabilities

• Work to diversify the economy
• Create additional jobs and tax base
• Promote area as a business location
• Assist with sustaining the SJDA organization

General Performance Standards

1. Dependability - Can be relied on to carry out both regular and extraordinary work assignments.
2. Cooperation - Willingness an ability to work with others.
3. Organization - Ability to manage time effectively and arrange work materials for most efficient use.
4. Flexibility - Ability to meet changing or new situations and needs, and able to adapt to new job assignments.
5. Adherence to polices - Follows organization and departmental polices and procedures.
6. Loyalty - Maintains allegiance to the work group, and represents employer in a positive, constructive manner.
7. Communicaiton - Expresses thoughts clearly and concisely in writing and orally.

Essential Mental & Physical Demands:

Extensive computer work and sitting, public speaking, fast pace, multi-tasking, shared office, ability to drive, read and have a normal range of vision and hearing. Must be able to climb stairs. Evening and weekend work may also be required.