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Defiance County is a well-established, progressive county located in Northwest Ohio between Toledo, Ohio and Fort Wayne, Indiana, along the US 24. Our team is seeking applicants for the position of Administrator. Defiance County has a robust and diversified business community of more than 1,000 businesses. Our mission is to increase investment, all while creating high paying positions that contribute to a higher quality of life for our residents.

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Job Description
The Administrator role is a dynamic, energetic representative of our organization. The Administrator must possess a high level of flexibility to simultaneously proactively represent the organization out in the community, while effectively managing day-to-day economic development, marketing, and office functions of the nonprofit. The Administrator reports to the Executive Director and works closely with the entire team of community leaders.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

Marketing Planning & Execution
• Works to identify & implement strategies, campaigns, and promotions in line with organizational goals.
• Effectively communicate marketing goals amongst the team and support colleagues in aligning their work with marketing goals.

•Assists in implementing the organization’s marketing plan & telling Defiance County’s Story.

• Support team with graphic designs
• Manage media relations, write, and distribute press releases.

 

Digital Marketing
• Implement comprehensive digital, social, web, email content and solutions that align with organizational goals.
• Effectively manage and grow e-mail marketing database.
• Oversee the organization’s social media accounts management, develop engaging, creative, innovative content for regular scheduled posts.
• Oversee website – create and manage content, and coordinate regular updates.
• Support analytics and reporting with google analytics, google AdWords, and other relevant sites to analyze and report on performance and website traffic.

 

Event Planning
• Work with the team to identify goals, objectives, and agenda for each event.
• Coordinate logistics and planning of the organization’s programs and events.
• Provide administrative oversight of event vendors including budgets, invoicing, and payment.

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Community Outreach
• Represent Defiance County Economic Development at meetings and events throughout the community.
• Build strong relationships with partners, clients, and stakeholders.
• Effectively source projects and opportunities in line with the economic development office’s mission through networking, outreach, and partnerships.
• Assist in writing grants for the organization.

• Seek opportunities to promote Defiance County Economic Development such as speaking engagements, events, and other opportunities.

 

Administrative Functions

• Basic Bookkeeping and organization of board meetings of the CIC and Homegrown Workforce & Business Development Boards.

• Maintains extensive files of information of interest to new and existing businesses, housing, market statistics, zoning regulations, business trends, and demographic information.

• Prepares and provides marketing packages to businesses considering Defiance County

• Assists with the management of small business and entrepreneurial programs.

• Provides technical assistance for the administration of the Enterprise Zone Program, Community Reinvestment Area, JobsOhio, and Ohio Development Services Agency incentive packages.

• Maintains minutes, records, and other board materials and documents as required for the CIC and the Tax Incentive Review Council

 

Special Projects & Other Duties
• Special projects as they relate to the implementation of the organization’s overall business & community growth strategies.
• Additional duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications
• Economic Development experience is a plus.

• 2+ years in marketing, communications, or related field.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in marketing, business, or a related field.
• Graphic design, photography, and technical skills preferred.
• Proficient in computer software including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be willing to learn industry specific software.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and growth mindset.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks and time with minimal supervision and work as an effective team member.
• Valid driver’s license required and the ability to lift 25 lbs.

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Compensation
The Economic Development Administrator is a full-time, salaried position.  The shift is 8:00pm – 4:00pm, with flexibility for family/personal events. The minimum salary is $50,000 but will pay more for experience. The organization offers the following:

• 3-weeks PTO

• $500 monthly healthcare stipend

• Mileage & cell phone reimbursement

 

To Apply
To apply email a resume and cover letter to erika@defiancecountyed.com Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.