[Massplanners] Job Posting - Bridgewater Community & Economic Development Director

[Paige]

*Please be advised I do not have any information on this position but am
posting as a courtesy for the Town of Bridgewater. Please direct all
inquiries to the Town.* *See below*

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Community & Economic Development Director

Are you passionate about making an impact? Having just completed its Master
Plan, the Town of Bridgewater is seeking a Community and Economic
Development Director who will play a far-reaching role in shaping the
implementation of the vision that the community has for itself.  You will
manage the strategic direction of our Town Council and Town Manager as it
relates to economic development and lead a small but dynamic planning team
committed to delivering results.

Working in the Town of Bridgewater inspires staff to make the Town an even
better place to live, work, study, and connect. We are a mission-driven
organization filled with people who care deeply about improving the lives
of our residents and making the Town the best it can be. We believe every
member on our team enriches our organization and allows us to see a broad
range of ways to understand and engage with our Town, identify challenges,
and discover, design, and deliver solutions.

The successful candidate will value innovation, partnerships and teamwork;
demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and accountability which
advance and promote the values of the community through his/her daily
interactions with residents, customers, as well as the Town’s management
and elected and appointed officials; and promote forward-looking ideas to
better serve the public.

Serving under the general direction of the Town Manager’s office, the
Community & Economic Development Director is responsible for providing
overall management of the Community & Economic Development Office and its
initiatives including oversight of  community development programs,
planning, grant-writing, permitting and economic development functions.

The Director will lead economic development initiatives to achieve the
goals and objectives outlined by the Town Manager and will be guided by the
policy of the Town Council and the Town’s Master Plan. The Director will
aid in the development of short and long term economic and community
development plans, as well as the gathering of information and preparation
of studies, reports, and recommendations to achieve such goals. This may
involve the preparation and maintenance of information on utilities, taxes,
zoning, transportation, community services, financing tools, and
incentives, to respond to requests for information for economic development
purposes, and the coordination with other departments and agencies as
needed.

The Director will provide professional economic development advice, assist
in the application and permitting process, and serve as an advocate for
economic development in line with the Master Plan, zoning ordinances, and
goals as established by the Town. The position will:

   - Work closely with the business associations and individual business
   owners to  promote business  expansion and development within the Town;
   - Maintain a liaison with various local, State, and Federal agencies,
   including Bridgewater State University;
   - Coordinate projects with appropriate agencies as deemed necessary and
   appropriate, such as  HUD, Executive Office of Housing and Economic
   Development, Old Colony Planning Council, the Department of Housing and
   Community Development (DHCD), and Mass DOT;
   - Provide information and/or make presentations to supervisors, boards,
   commissions, civic groups, businesses, individuals, and the public on
   economic development issues, programs, services, and plans.
   - Be fully aware of  existing inventory of available buildings and
   business and residential development sites within the community. This will
   include both public and private buildings and land areas.
   - Prepare grant proposals and applications, contracts and other
   necessary documents as may be required for necessary community services.
   - Work with internal stakeholders and strategic partners to formulate
   and implement marketing and business attraction strategies.
   -  Serve as a member of economic development groups or task forces that
   promote economic and community development at the local, State or Federal
   level, as deemed necessary or appropriate.
   - Monitor legislation and regulations relating to economic development,
   and report findings to the appropriate impacted parties, i.e., the Town
   Manager, the Community & Economic Development Committee, the Town Council,
   etc.
   - Maintain strong working relationships with the public, area
   businesses, clients, the media, and others.
   - Serve as a member of various staff committees, as assigned.
   - Attend professional development workshops and conferences to keep
   abreast of trends and developments in the field of community and economic
   development, and to represent the interest of the Town of Bridgewater on
   matters related to community and economic development.
   - Collaborate with other Town staff and conduct other related work as
   assigned.

Considerable experience in economic and community development, including
administrative responsibility; graduation from a four-year college or
university, preferably with specialization in economic and community
development, urban planning, public administration, public policy or a
related field; or any equivalent combination or experience and training.
Considerable knowledge of business development, community development, and
economic development. Working knowledge of municipal zoning and
infrastructure, and planning programs and processes. Demonstrated ability
to communicate effectively to groups and individuals, engineers,
architects, contractors, developers, businesses, supervisors, employees,
and the public. Ability to establish positive working relationships with
other organizations and economic development practitioners.

This exempt position offers a competitive benefit package and is classified
at Grade 13 in the Town's compensation schedule with a salary range of
$86,264.52 - $113,186.70 (40 hrs/per week). The Town is prepared to offer
compensation within the stated salary range commensurate with a candidate's
qualifications and experience. Salary requirement must be included with
your submission.

Please send a completed application, resume, cover letter and five (5)
professional references to: Human Resources via e-mail at
hr at bridgewaterma.org. Submissions may also be made through our website’s
application portal. Resumes will be reviewed as submitted. Only candidates
that will be offered an interview will be contacted.

Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate has been selected.

*The Town of Bridgewater is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse
staff with diverse experiences while continuing to work to build and
sustain an equitable and inclusive work environment, where cultural
diversity is celebrated and valued. *
Miscellaneous Information

The Town of Bridgewater is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified
applicants are encouraged to apply. All aspects of employment including the
decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on
merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national
origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic
information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or
local law.
Apply Online <https://www.bridgewaterma.org/application.aspx?JID=121>

https://www.bridgewaterma.org/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=100&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Community-Economic-Development-Director-121


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Paige E. Duncan, AICP, Director of Land Use and Economic Development
Foxborough Town Hall, 40 South Street
Foxborough, Massachusetts 02035
Ph: 508-543-1250

pduncan at foxboroughma.gov
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