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CEDA is currently seeking a Community and Business Development Specialist – Hybrid within CEDA/MRES Service Territory.

In this role, CEDA is partnering with Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) to provide targeted economic and community development support to MRES member communities. MRES is a joint-action agency providing electric energy, transmission, and energy-related services to 61 municipal electric utilities across Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Working closely alongside MRES staff , this position serves as a collaborative resource dedicated to addressing the evolving economic and community development needs of MRES and MRES member communities.

Job Title: Community and Business Development Specialist

Number of Openings:strong> 1

Full-Time/Part-Time: 1 Full-Time

Location: Hybrid within CEDA/MRES Service Territory

Salary Range: $50,000 – $75,000 DOQ

Hours: 40 hours per week. Occasional early morning and/or evening meetings may be required, with some overnight travel required.

Benefits: Vacation, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, SIMPLE IRA, HSA, Long-term Disability, AD & D, Sick Leave, 8 Paid Holidays

Position Description: This position will work alongside Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) staff to address the diverse economic and community development needs of MRES and MRES member communities, along with executing contractual duties under CEDA’s Community Support Program.

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CEDA is currently seeking a Community and Business Development Specialist to provide community and business development staffing
capacity within Goodhue and Dodge Counties in Minnesota

Job Title: Community and Business Development Specialist

Number of Openings: 1

Full-Time/Part-Time: 1 Full-Time

Location: Goodhue and Dodge Counties (Minnesota)

Salary Range: $50,000 – $75,000 DOQ

Hours: 40 hours per week. Occasional early morning and/or evening meetings may be required.

Benefits: Vacation, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, SIMPLE IRA, HSA, Long-term Disability, AD & D, Sick Leave, 8 Paid Holidays

Position Description: This position will be responsible for the execution of work necessary to serve CEDA’s Community Support Program contracts within Goodhue and Dodge Counties in Minnesota, along with other contractual duties as assigned.

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CEDA is currently seeking an Event Planning Specialist.

Position: Event Planning Specialist, with the possibility of moving to a management position once probationary period is completed

Number of Openings: 1

Full-Time/Part-Time: 1 Part-time

Location: Remote, with limited travel within the CEDA territory required.

Salary Range: $50,000 – $75,000 DOQ, pro-rated to reflect hours worked per week

Hours: This role within CEDA is up to 16 hours per week, with the option of additional hours to achieve full-time status within a CEDA community or other contract work

Benefits: Vacation, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, SIMPLE IRA, HSA, Long-term Disability, AD & D, Sick Leave, 8 Paid Holidays (must be employed at a Full-time status to qualify for available benefits)

Position Description: This position will be responsible for the planning and execution of all CEDA and event partner events.

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CEDA is currently seeking a Communications Specialist.

Position: Communications Specialist, with the possibility of moving to a management position once probationary period is completed

Number of Openings: 1

Full-Time/Part-Time: 1 Part-time

Location: Remote, with limited travel within the CEDA territory required.

Salary Range: $50,000 – $75,000 DOQ, pro-rated to reflect hours worked per week

Hours: This role within CEDA is up to 16 hours per week, with the option of additional hours to achieve full-time status within a CEDA community or other contract work

Benefits: Vacation, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, SIMPLE IRA, HSA, Long-term Disability, AD & D, Sick Leave, 8 Paid Holidays (must be employed at a Full-time status to qualify for available benefits)

Position Description: This position will be responsible for assisting all CEDA team members with the creation of all communications materials, supporting team members in creating quality content and managing the CEDA Brand.

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CEDA is currently seeking a Community and Business Development Specialist to provide community and business development staffing capacity within the Itasca County area and Northern Minnesota.

Job Title: Community and Business Development Specialist

Number of Openings: 1

Full-Time/Part-Time: 1 Full-Time

Location: Itasca County, Minnesota (Grand Rapids, MN)

Salary Range: $50,000 – $75,000 DOQ

Hours: 40 hours per week. Occasional early morning and/or evening meetings may be required.

Benefits: Vacation, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, SIMPLE IRA, HSA, Long-term Disability, AD & D, Sick Leave, 8 Paid Holidays

Position Description: This position will be responsible for the execution of work necessary to serve CEDA’s Community Support Program contracts within Itasca County, MN and Northern Minnesota, along with other contractual duties as assigned.

Responsibilities could include (but are not limited to):

• Working with boards and community members to create and implement a quality business retention and expansion program.
• Researching, compiling and drafting information for grant proposals.
• Providing necessary reporting for various grant awarding agencies.
• Developing relationships with relevant regional, tribal, state and federal organizations.
• Promoting and utilizing economic development tools/programs to incentivize job creation and tax base growth.
• Carrying out and ensuring the quality of community marketing efforts.
• Measuring the performance of community marketing objectives.
• Attending workshops and training opportunities relevant to the position.
• Publicly present at open meetings.
• Communicate with the local press to share accomplishments.
• Provide business development assistance for startup businesses, as well as businesses looking to expand or relocate.
• Cultivate relationships with existing businesses to promote the sustentation and retention of businesses in the communities served.
• Improve residential housing development options and availability.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

The Community and Business Development Specialist will report to CEDA’s management and leadership team consisting of the company’s Regional Manager, Vice-President, President/CEO.

Qualifications
CEDA is looking for a team member who wants more than just a job. We’re seeking a passionate, engaging individual who can find excitement and value in the important work that our organization does.

The ideal candidates should be self-motivated, possess high business morals, have excellent oral/written communication skills, and be energetic, results-oriented, and able to develop productive relationships. Qualified applicants should have applicable experience or a degree in community/economic development, public administration, business administration, marketing, management, or another relevant field.

Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportation.

Community and Economic Development Associates (CEDA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon characteristics protected by law. We welcome and encourage people of all life experiences and backgrounds to apply.

Interested, qualified individuals may submit resume and cover letter to teri.root@cedausa.com.

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