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NOVEMBER 2008

City of Minneapolis
Minneapolis Finance Department
Director of Development Finance

The Minneapolis Finance Department is seeking applicants for the appointed position, Director of Development Finance. Salary range for 2008: $84,039 – $92,886 per year. >>>Read the Full Posting

SEPTEMBER 2008

Atlanta Beltline, Inc.
Chief Operating Officer

Position Description: The BeltLine represents a tremendous opportunity to positively impact the way Atlanta will mature as a great City, and become a national role model in the process. The BeltLine will enrich Atlanta’s quality of life with parks, trails, transit, and economic development and set a national standard for transformative investment, sustainable growth, and equitable development. The Chief Operating Officer will work in partnership with the President/CEO to ensure the successful implementation of the Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. five year strategic work plan. >>> Read the Full Posting

JUNE 2008

Atlanta Development Authority
Chief Financial Officer
http://www.atlantada.com

Position Description: Reporting to the President and functioning as a member of Senior Staff, the Chief Financial Officer is responsible for managing all financial matters pertaining to ADA and its related entities. ADA is a research-based economic development organization with six operating departments. ADA operates as a quasi-governmental authority serving as the economic development agency for the City of Atlanta.

The CFO manages a staff of 11 professionals performing financial, real estate and administrative activities. >>> Read the Full Posting

MARCH 2008

Deputy Director of Planning and Development
City of Gahanna, OH

The City of Gahanna, a community of 36,000 residents located just east of Columbus, is actively seeking a Deputy Director of Planning and Development. This position will facilitate economic development through redevelopment partnerships, management of multiple grant programs, and coordination of tax incentive programs from recruitment and award to maintenance and reporting. The chosen candidate will assist the Director with the planning and implementation of economic development, tourism and event organization, community and public relations, and planning and community growth strategies by attracting new residential, commercial and industrial development to the City. The Deputy Director provides direct supervision of staff, manages administrative responsibilities, and researches, recommends, and implements revenue development. A detailed job description is available at www.gahannna.gov. Qualified candidates will have a master’s degree in a related field and five to seven years of related experience. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to resumes@gahanna.gov. Resumes must be received by 4:30 p.m. on April 11. The City of Gahanna is an equal opportunity employer.

JANUARY 2008

Vice President, Investment Banking – Worcester
MassDevelopment
Worcester, MA

Under the general direction of the SVP of Investment Banking, this position will assist Massachusetts businesses, non-profits, and municipalities in issuing tax-exempt and taxable bonds to finance diverse capital projects, primarily in Central Massachusetts. Responsible for coordination of efforts to accomplish issuance of bonds through business development, analysis, structuring, documentation negotiation and client relationship management.

Bachelors degree, preferably in business or finance, is required. MBA or Masters in Finance and familiarity with Central Massachusetts preferred. Must have 7 years of relevant experience; 5 years of commercial lending or investment banking experience desired. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required. Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work with bankers, lawyers, municipal and state officials, and special interest groups, among others. Driver’s license and vehicle for travel throughout the state are required.

Submit resume & salary requirements to MassDevelopment, HR,
160 Federal St., 7th Floor, Boston, MA 02110
Fax (617) 451-3429
e-mail jobs@massdevelopment.com
Equal Opportunity Employer

Chief Development Director
Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority

Overview: Provide executive level development and implementation of plans to manage and supervise the activities and function of the Economic Development Department by establishing and implementing the strategic plan, developing/implementing initiatives, structure and procedures to facilitate significant economic development. The position will report to the CEO and will be a member of the Port’s Sr Leadership team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Direct and lead the strategic planning and market research process for the Development group to optimize opportunities in industrial development and special projects as requested.
2. Plan, facilitate, organize, implement, direct and review overall economic development programs aimed at major business sectors (healthcare, advanced manufacturing, aerospace, and logistics) ranging from market evaluation to program development including land assessment, land/site and infrastructure planning.
3. Interact with various partners (government, business groups, developers, real estate agents, financial institutions, and private sector) to promote economic development initiatives
4. Develop strategic plans for acquisition and development of new properties and programs to ensure complete development of Port properties. Perform analysis and generate reports on project feasibility and financial projects of leased/acquired property and facilities
5. Negotiates complex leases/sales terms and conditions with the specific ability to work with diverse customer needs.
6. Supervise the work of economic development and real estate managers
7. Provide market reconnaissance to Port Authority’s property interests to assure successful investments
8. Establish relationships and develop contacts with developers, manufacturers , investors, and site selection professionals in domestic and international markets
9. All aspects of marketing and investment promotion to assure success for Port Authority’s investments.
10. Develop and implement performance measures and other evaluation methods to ensure that strategic objectives are being met or that progress toward them is being met
11. Conducts analyses and research projects as necessary to provide timely, accurate and relevant information to Port decision makers on economic and market policy.
12. Plan and oversee the implementation of strategic marketing programs in support of the Port’s business development activities
13. Represent the Port at public meetings and act as contact liaison with public and private organizations involved in economic and industrial development
14. Performs other duties as assigned by Port President

1. 10+ years experience in professional economic development and real estate development and knowledge of the financing tools and products which support such initiatives
2. Proven track record of managing business investment deals. Considerable experience in financial deal structuring.
3. Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. MBA and/or Certification in Economic Development a plus
4. Highly skilled manager of people
5. Experience in all aspects of economic development ranging from market evaluation to program development.
6. Creative/innovative marketer
7. Strategic thinker – strategy first with transactions following strategy
8. Team player mentality coordinating with outside partners and internal Executive team
9. Excellent communication/influencing/negotiation skills
10. Excellent public speaking skills. Skilled and comfortable speaking to large and small groups of business leaders, city/county /state officials
11. Strong external presence and focus and capacity in relationship building .Energy, excitement and credibility to work with a wide range of business leaders across the U.S.
12. Analytical skills and intuitive instincts
13. Business, financial, and legal contract acumen
14. Able to work independently w/limited supervision