(Permanent full-time)

Job # EDS 10-1

CURRENT STATUS:

March 9, 2010:

Candidates have been selected and contacted for interviews on March 12, 2010.

February 26, 2010:

As of 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2010, we no longer will be accepting resumes for this posting.  The department is currently reviewing all resumes received.  This process can take up to two weeks or longer, depending on the number of applications. 

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REVISED COMPENSATION PLAN - FEBRURAY 22, 2010
 

Job Description:

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent’s Economic Development Services division requires a permanent full-time Manager of Business Development.  The Manager of Business Development is responsible for attraction of new investment to Chatham-Kent; business retention and expansion; increasing job opportunities; land sales in CK Business Parks, assist sales in private buildings and industrial/ commercial land and encourage foreign investment and enhance global trade opportunities; advocacy; public relations; train staff; assist with and oversee the implementation of the strategic direction and carry out policies of council.  The Manager of Business Development is responsible for the day to day operation and supervision of the Business Attraction Program, the Business Retention and Expansion Program, the Agriculture program which includes the direct supervision of four (4) staff members.

Our Community:

Chatham-Kent is a single tier municipality created in 1998 with the amalgamation of 23 municipal entities including the former City of Chatham and former County of Kent.  With a current population of 107,340 spread across an area that is 2,494 square kilometres, there is a challenge to create a sense of unity and provide services to both rural and small urban centres, each with unique needs and located miles apart.  Chatham-Kent is committed to reaping the benefits of economies of scale in providing municipal services but at the same time is committed to respecting the heritage and supporting the distinct communities within its borders.

Qualifications:  (please see the job profile for the complete qualifications)

·         University graduate, preferably in a Business, Planning or Economics program, with four to six years related business development experience

·         Supervisor experience, including completing performance appraisals, setting work duties and priorities, etc.

·         Experience in leading formal projects, through the application of recognized project management principles, would be an asset

·         Proven sales experience and partnership development skills

·         Possess excellent research and report writing skills and a professional communication style

·         Excellent time management skills required to manage the demands of multiple, overlapping timeframes and deadlines

·         Proficiency in the use of computers, particularly Microsoft Word

This position requires a Career Profile (found below) and resume.  For full details about this position and how to apply, consult the Job Profile (found below).

JOB PROFILE:
ManagerBusDevJobProfileFeb2010REVISED.doc
ManagerBusDevJobProfileFeb2010REVISED.pdf

CAREER PROFILE:
ManagerBusDevCAREERPROFILEFeb2010.doc
ManagerBusDevCAREERPROFILEFeb2010.pdf
 

Applications must be received before 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February 26, 2010.

Applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation and Personal Information and Electronic Documents Act, which will be used strictly for municipal purposes only.  The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is an equal opportunity employer.