Job Opening - Economic & Community Development Director

The Town of Ayer is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Economic and Community Development Director.  The position will be responsible for the Town’s Economic and Community Development Office; serve as the Town’s principle interface with the business community; creating and maintaining a commercial/industrial real estate database; responsible for attracting new business; retaining existing businesses; marketing the Town’s economic development assets; administers the Town’s TIF Program, staffs the Industrial Development Finance Authority, oversees and manages the Town’s CDBG program; and works with all Town boards, committees, commissions, and departments on economic development issues and projects.  

Minimum qualifications:  degree in business administration, economics, marketing or related field; 3-5 years of progressively responsible related experience in a professional capacity in economic development or any equivalent combination of education and experience.  Planning and/or informational technology credentials a plus.  The successful applicant will have demonstrated effective communication skills; grant writing skills; strong organizational skills; the ability to work independently and as a team player.  Salary range:  $63,000-$66,000 (Grade 12); fulltime benefits. 

For a full job description click here.  Send cover letter, resume, and three professional references by the deadline of Friday, March 11, 2016 to Ayer Town Administrator, 1 Main Street, Ayer, MA 01432.  Town of Ayer is an EOE.