Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. (GGHI) is seeking an innovative and motivated individual with a background in economic development and/or community development. This role requires a knack for problem solving and coalition building. A successful candidate will have an interest in rural economies to include manufacturing and industrial industries as well as small business/entrepreneurial development and tourism.
POSITION TITLE: Director of Business Development
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Director of Business Development position is responsible for coordinating, developing, implementing, and monitoring strategies which improve the economic health and business climate in all of Grays Harbor County, resulting in the creation and retention of quality employment opportunities. It is the job of the Director of Business Development to assist in the implementation of the vision, values, goals and objectives of Greater Grays Harbor, Inc, in consultation with the Chief Executive Officer.
REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer
JOB TYPE: Full-time, Exempt
COMPENSATION: $65,000-73,000
BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits. Simple IRA – Company matches 3%
LOCATION: Office is in Aberdeen, WA. Remote work opportunities considered for appropriate candidate.
LEARN MORE: https://graysharbor.org/ Facebook – GreaterGHInc
TIMELINE: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Priority application deadline, February 5th. Interviews scheduled for week of February 8, 2021 and February 15, 2021. Position should start no later than April 1, 2021.
TO APPLY: Cover Letter, Resume and References (3). References will be contacted upon permission of candidate.
POINT OF CONTACT: CEO, Lynnette Buffington: 360-532-7888 lbuffington@graysharbor.org
ABOUT GREATER GRAYS HARBOR, INC.
Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. (GGHI) fulfills all the core functions of a regional Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Council. GGHI focuses on three core areas of work: Developing our Economy, Strengthening our Communities and Investing in Tomorrow’s Leaders.