Economic Development Director



Job Details

Economic Development Director
Employer

McKenzie County

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Courthouse - Watford City

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202400068

Department

Human Resources

Opening Date

07/10/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

The Economic Development Director provides direction, administration, and planning to implement McKenzie County’s Economic Development Strategic Plan. This position is located in Watford City, ND, scheduled for Monday – Friday, and reports directly to the Board of County Commissioners. Beginning salary range: $90,668.85-$98,122.25. the salary range listen reflects compensation for entry-level to approximately ten years of relevant experience. final salary offers will be based on qualifications and experience.

Essential Job Functions

  • Directs all planning, program development, budget development and control, employee training and development, procedure and policy development for consideration of the Board of County Commissioners
  • Directs the formulation, administration, and management of Economic Development department goals and objectives
  • Develops and maintains effective relationships with McKenzie County elected officials, department heads, other local governmental managers and officials, and the public at large
  • Coordinate and implement projects and programs that support commercial, office, and industrial development; business attraction; business retention; development of public facilities and infrastructure; small business development initiatives; workforce and community development initiatives; community marketing initiatives and other economic development, redevelopment, or capital improvement programs or projects
  • Establish economic development programs which create a framework for encouraging and facilitating entrepreneurial based business development by coordinating access to local, regional, State, and Federal resources
  • Work with the Job Development Authority (JDA) Board to establish a long range plan that aligns the economic development goals and objective with community needs; formulate and recommend policies to the JDA Board
  • Other duties as assigned for business needs
     
     

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Community Planning, Public Administration or related field
  • 5 years’ experience in Marketing, Community Planning or related field
  • 3 years’ experience in supervision of staff
  • Valid driver’s license
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Proficient with MS Office programs including Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Must be able to report to Watford City, ND daily at required schedule time
  • Physical requirements and working conditions:
    1. Able to handle exposure to extreme weather conditions
    2. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds, kneel, stoop, sit, walk extensively
    3. Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, fumes, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, and intense noises

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Medical

Single: 100% paid for employees

Single+Child(ren): $269.28 monthly

Family: $397.80 monthly

Dental

Single: 100% paid for employees

Family: $16.98 monthly

Vision

Single: 100% paid for employees

Family: $4.32 monthly

Vacation Time

0-2 full years earn 4 hours per pay period = 96 hours per year

3-5 full years earn 5 hours per pay period = 120 hours per year

6-9 full years earn 6 hours per pay period = 144 hours per year

Over 10 full years earn 7 hours per pay period = 168 hours per year

Sick Time

4 hours earned per pay period = 96 hours per year

Retirement

Main Plan -  County contributes 9.26%, Employee contribute 1%-3% - County will match

Public Safety Plan - Employee contributes 1.5%, County matches 16.54%

*Certified Law Enforcement Officers (Deputies/Corrections)

Flex Accounts

Tax-free dollars set aside each month, up to $3,200.00 annually for medical expenses

$5,000.00 annually may be set aside for day care expenses

Life Insurance

McKenzie County provides $12,000.00 life insurance. Additional coverage available at a discounted rate.

Other

Deferred Income – 457B

Similar to a 401k plan; minimum contribution amount is $25.00, max of $22,500.00 per year. Funds cannot be withdrawn until retirement, termination, or an unforeseeable emergency.

Supplemental Insurance

MetLife plans may be purchased for an additional charge.

01
Do you have experience managing or supervising staff?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you have a valid drivers license?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
McKenzie County
Address
201 5th St NW Ste 700

Watford City, North Dakota, 58854
Phone
701-444-7495

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