Director of Industrial/Economic Development

The City of Lewisburg, Tennessee is seeking a Director of Industrial/Economic Development. The director provides leadership in implementing and managing the organization’s programs and manages properties owned by the IDB. This includes knowledge and promotion of existing building inventory and sites within the city and county. This also includes the development of marketing programs, strategies for recruitment of business and industry, as well as retention and expansion of local business and industry. Other responsibilities include management of support staff, management of contracts, and budget accountability. A Bachelor’s Degree in economic and community development, business, public administration or finance is preferred. Polished verbal, presentation, and written communication skills a must. Applicant shall be proficient in Microsoft Office. This would include but not be limited to Microsoft, Access, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, Publisher and Word. Must also be capable of learning any other computer application deemed necessary or applicable to the position. Complete job description available upon request. Interested candidates must be willing to relocate in 6 months and should submit a cover letter, resume, a two (2) page essay explaining how they will bring and retain jobs in Lewisburg to the City of Lewisburg, 131 East Church Street, P.O. Box 1968, Lewisburg, TN 37091 by 4:00 pm on Friday, October 1, 2010.