EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Partnership for Community Growth, a new public/private partnership (501-c-6) located in Liberty, Missouri, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Executive Director.  The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors. The Executive Director is responsible for the efficient and effective execution of activities in the following essential areas:  business attraction and retention; coordination of the marketing plan; budgeting and fundraising; maintenance of membership; long-range planning and other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Board.

 The candidate chosen will frequently and regularly interact with local existing business and industry representatives; prospective new business and industry representatives; board members; community leaders; local and state economic development agencies; media; and other individuals and groups as required.

The successful candidate should have a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent level of experience.  Five years of experience and a CEcD are preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential as are attention to details, a cooperative attitude, work accuracy and organizational skills.

A search committee has been appointed to accept resumes and interview candidates.  The Search Committee would like to see the following information included in resumes:

• Work history.
• Salary requirements (salary will be negotiable).
• References are required.

Applications will be accepted through November 22, 2004.  Please submit resume and references to Liberty Partnership for Community Growth, 9 South Leonard, Liberty, MO 64068, or by e-mail to: melindam@libertychamber.com.