Economic Development Director, Historic Kennett Square

Posted by Historic Kennett Square on July 17, 2017

The Borough of Kennett Square and Kennett Township, Chester County, PA through the Main Street Organization, Historic Kennett Square (HKS), are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Economic Development Director. The Kennett area has a thriving business district and is experiencing growth through development and redevelopment. The Economic Development Director reports directly to the HKS Executive Director and is responsible for implementing the recently completed Kennett Region Economic Development Study as well as assisting in the planning and coordination of community development projects. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Directs economic development initiatives to achieve the goals and objectives outlined by the Economic Development Plan and guided by the Economic Development Advisory Committee.

• Provides assistance 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 will involve the preparation and understanding of information on utilities, taxes, zoning, transportation, community services, financing tools, and incentives, and the coordination with other departments, committees, and agencies as needed.

• Provides professional economic development advice, assist in the application and permitting process, and serve as an advocate for economic development in line with the Comprehensive Plan, zoning ordinances, and goals as established by Economic Development Advisory Committee.

• Maintains a liaison with various local, State, and Federal agencies, coordinating projects with agencies as deemed necessary and appropriate, i.e. DEP, HUD, Chester County Economic Development Council.

• Provides information and/or make presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups, businesses, individuals, and the general public on economic development issues, programs, services, and plans.

• Becomes familiar with the 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.

For a full job description see the posting at http://www.HistoricKennettSquare.com