Director of Economic Development

Job Type

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Full-time

Description

The Director’s primary responsibilities are to oversee and monitor Southeast Los Angeles Business Source Center activity and other CRCD program contracts, as directed by the President.

This includes implementing a performance-based procurement system for the selection of subcontractors, developing and managing program content and initiatives, and fostering relationships in the community.

The Director ensures the measurement and documentation of the implementation of each initiative to meet Program Goals and fulfill grant requirements.

The role also involves assigning goals and benchmarks for each activity and ensuring that all managers understand their responsibilities and have the necessary training and material support.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement workplans and support the implementation of policies and procedures to ensure successful program delivery and contract performance.
• Initiate, support, and coordinate strategic priorities and goals established in CRCD’s 5-year strategic plan.
• Plan programs from start to finish, including identifying processes, deadlines, and milestones.
• Develop and approve operations and budgets.
• Collaborate with the marketing and communications team and attend community meetings as needed.
• Manage marketing efforts and implement targeted promotions to retail business owners (E-mail, advertising, and direct mail).
• Meet quantitative program growth goals.
• Ensure goals are met including customer satisfaction, safety, quality, and team member performance.
• Supervise and support Program Managers.
• Direct and monitor Center staffing, including candidate selection, training, career development, performance assessment, workload planning, recognition, salary actions, and disciplinary actions.
• Train staff and interns to provide high-quality services and effective outreach.
• Identify needs and lead the development of new tools and materials (i.e., business plan template, flyer design, etc.).
• Work with professional organizations to develop programs and initiatives designed to maximize job growth.
• Maintain responsibility for appropriate partnerships, strategic alliances, and other collaborative efforts undertaken by the organization.
• Establish & maintain close working relationships with SBA District Office as necessary.
• Provide general management & administrative support to the President.
• Manage and direct the activities of all programs, in accordance with the established philosophy, policies, and procedures of the Board of Directors and Funders.
• Maintain responsibility for Southeast Los Angeles Business Source achieving goals and milestones of each program in the established geographic region.
• Oversee development of client pipeline and ensure ongoing development via established partnerships & other referral sources.
• Promote a positive, collaborative work environment and culture of accountability.
• Ensure all client paperwork and data collection is complete, timely, accurate, and current in agency records and electronic database.
• Define, document, implement, and track program-specific policies, procedures, standards, metrics, and generate reports as required.
• Develop and plan strategically for future programmatic and service needs and community partnerships.
• Uphold CRCD’s Mission / Vision and 5 Year Strategic Plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 5 years of equivalent experience.
• Able to learn quickly and work effectively with a wide range of communities and with minimal supervision.
• Experience in coordinating services with outside agencies and with administrative systems & databases.
• Experience developing one-on-one relationships with youth of different backgrounds and abilities.
• Reliable, flexible team player who works well with minimal supervision, has a good work ethic, and an ability to set and maintain personal boundaries.
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and to meet deadlines.
• A high degree of personal and professional integrity : a strong role model for youth.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, listening, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Knowledge of general business practices.
• An ability to network and build alliances.
• Must display professional and appropriate email etiquette.
• Must display the ability to facilitate small and large groups.
• 5-7 years of Business Services work experience.
• Reliable transportation : valid driver's license, and car insurance as required by law, as appropriate.
• 3+ years of supervision experience (Preferably in non-profit and human services).
• Willingness to travel to schools, businesses, and partner organizations in South Los Angeles and the LA region.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Proficient written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work on weekends.

SALARY RANGE

$95,000-$110,000 annually

Benefits

CRCD offers an array of benefits, including :

• 14 Paid Holidays
• On-Demand training memberships to bolster professional development
• Dental / Vision / 85% employer-paid & 40% dependent-paid Medical Insurance
• 401k eligibility from day one & up to 3% matching after one year
• 529 Educational Savings Plan from Principle
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Accident & Hospital Indemnity
• Whole life insurance with cash benefits
• Identity Theft Protection and Legal Services
• Discount pet insurance through ASPCA
• Generous work / life balance.

All candidates are subject to a criminal history check and must meet CRCD’s criteria regarding criminal history. CRCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunity to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.

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