Job Openings: Economic Recovery Coordinator
Economic Recovery Coordinator
Two Positions Available!
BACKGROUND:
Western Nevada Development District (WNDD) is recruiting for two Economic Recovery Coordinator positions. Funds for this position are from a two-year (24 MONTH) Economic Development Administration grant under the CARES Act. These funds are intended to provide assistance to communities to respond to the economic shock sustained as a result of the Coronavirus-19 pandemic. Coordinators will be deployed in communities within the seven county, five cities and tribal community located within the region.
DESCRIPTION: The Economic Recovery Coordinator will support, carry out and serve as a project/program coordinator for economic development planning and implementation activities related to the development of plans, projects and programs for the WNDD region. Serving as a liaison and coordinator for the businesses, government, tribal, educational and nonprofit communities, support and assistance will be provided as local economies recover from the economic shock sustained as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This will include facilitation of the region’s efforts to identify and develop strategies to create and build a more resilient economy; working for the purpose of revitalizing, expanding, and upgrading distressed communities’ environment to attract industry, encourage business retention, expansion and recruitment and generate long-term sustainable private sector jobs and investments, strengthened recovery and resiliency.
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PAY and BENEFITS:
Pay: $55,000 to $60,000
Benefits: Dental, vision insurance
Health insurance reimbursement $450 per month
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holidays
WORK HOURS: Monday to Friday – 8 am to 5 pm
COVID-19 Considerations: Employer strictly observes social distancing requirements and the wearing of a mask in a secure environment. Employee will have a private workspace.
How to Apply: Send cover letter, résumé and three references to Sheryl Gonzales at sgonzales@wndd.org.
Deadline to apply: Friday, July 31, 2020 at 12 noon.