Economic Development Officer, Diversification

3 days ago

Sherwood Park, Canada Strathcona County Full time

The Economic Development Officer, Diversification works to support economic growth in Strathcona County by developing, implementing, coordinating, and measuring economic development programs and initiatives that contribute to the goals and objectives of the Economic Development and Tourism department, particularly those pertaining to business retention, expansion and tourism with a focus on the agricultural sector. Reporting to the Manager, Business Retention, Expansion and Tourism, the Economic Development Officer, Diversification will coordinate the implementation of various economic development projects and activities to strengthen the agricultural sector, including agri-tourism.

**Responsibilities**
- Coordinated project execution and implementation of economic diversification activities, as guided by departmental plans and strategies, including the priority sector of agriculture
- Develop relationships with current producers and operators within the agricultural sector and work
- Liaise with business and agri-tourism operators and various other stakeholder groups to provide information, facilitate meetings, and further Strathcona County’s economic interests
- Identify opportunities to collaborate and address economic diversification through the development of marketing and promotional tools and events to strengthen the sectors

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- Degree or Diploma in management, commerce, business, marketing or a related field with
- A minimum of two years' experience (with degree) or four experience (with diploma) that combines experience in business development, economic development, tourism or related
- A certificate in Economic Development is an asset
- Experience developing reports and presentations and contributing to cross functional working groups
- Excellent public relations, writing and communications skills
- Proven strategic and critical thinking abilities, including strong analysis and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to use data to make sound decisions, solve problems, and guide actions
- Knowledge of the agricultural sector is an asset

**Conditions of Employment**
- Submission of Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
- Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s licence with a personal vehicle for work, and submission of a 5-year Driver’s Abstract with less than 7 demerits

**Who we are**:
Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation.

**Why Join Strathcona County**:(depending on position)
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

- Extended health and dental coverage
- Health and wellness spending account
- Life and disability insurance and critical illness programs
- Retirement and pension programs
- Paid and unpaid leave programs
- Earned day off program
- Employee and family assistance program
- Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities.
- Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace.

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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