The Corporation of the County of Simcoe is one of the largest employers in the County of Simcoe with 1,600 employees providing a variety of specialized services to County residents and staff.  Home to many four season attractions, events, and recreational activities, the County of Simcoe makes for a fantastic location to work, live and play. With its many forests and miles of shoreline, the County of Simcoe has numerous golf courses, ski hills, snowmobile, hiking and biking trails and fresh water lakes.  The County of Simcoe is truly a place for all seasons.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Manager of Economic Development, this position is responsible for facilitating, promoting and ensuring community and economic development in order to secure opportunities and facilitate processes for economic and business development and sustainability, and to increase business growth. This position is responsible for building and developing relationships with various public and private sector representatives throughout the County of Simcoe and the province of Ontario. They will also be expected to represent the County of Simcoe Economic Development Office on various regional committees, and to write reports and make recommendations to the Manager of Economic Development or Director, Planning, Economic Development, and Tourism, on policies, programs to assist in the development of the Economy of Simcoe County, or status updates on various projects or committees.

Position Requirements:

The successful candidate will hold a University degree in Planning, Business Administration, Urban Development, Political Science, Economics, or a related discipline. They will also possess at least 3 years of experience in a related environment, as well as good working knowledge of community economic development theories and practices, and local/regional economic development potential and opportunities. Furthermore, they must have sound knowledge of marketing and business promotion.

Compensation Information
$65,252 – 77,343 per annum

To view this job description in its entirety, and apply online, please visit www.simcoe.ca/jobs

The County of Simcoe thanks all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, but please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act (2001) and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

The Corporation of the County of Simcoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and will provide employment accommodation upon request.