An outstanding opportunity exists for a Vice President of Business Retention & Recruitment of the Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City, Missouri.  The EDC - KC has undergone a complete reorganization in conjunction with an aggressive strategic plan which has created this new position.

Kansas City, Missouri is undergoing a remarkable economic development renaissance.  Over $3 billion in new construction is completed and underway in downtown alone and new development opportunities abound in this 325 square mile city of 450,000 with a metropolitan area population of 2 million.

The Vice President of Business Retention & Recruitment will provide overall management of staff and programs, market the city to local/national/international companies, structure and negotiate incentive packages for business prospects, identify and evaluate business climate issues, and cooperate with local and county economic development agencies to ensure project success.  This position reports directly to the President/CEO.

The qualified candidate must have a thorough understanding of economic development tools and techniques applicable to business retention and recruitment. Successful applicants must possess a minimum of 7 years of increasingly responsible experience in economic development or a closely related field and 2 years of management experience of a professional/technical staff. A Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, real estate development, planning or marketing is required.  A Master’s degree and economic development specific training/accreditation is preferred.  Kansas City, Missouri residency or a willingness to relocate is required.  Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience.

Join the new EDC, a dynamic organization on the move, by submitting your resume including salary requirements to Gloria Morris, Economic Development Corporation,  #10 Petticoat Lane, Suite 250, Kansas City, MO  64106.