Economic Development Planner

Employee directs the County’s economic and industrial development programs. Reports to the Jones County Manager, works under the advice of the Economic Development Commission, but works independently, with little or no direct day-to-day supervision.

Supports and encourages retention and expansion of existing industries in Jones County. Establishing and implementing programs to recruit new businesses (including small businesses and entrepreneurial ventures) and industries for Jones County. Preparing and regularly updating/revising a long-range plan for economic and industrial development within the County.

Coordinates with County and municipal managers/leaders, especially in areas directly pertaining to economic/industrial development such as planning, zoning, extension of water and sewer lines, and the like. Encouraging and participating in planning for the growth, development, and maintenance of a quality workforce in the County, with special emphasis on building the skills needed for current and expected future jobs in the County. Responsible for the administrative functions and operations of the Economic Development Office to include budget preparation and expenditure approval, purchasing, also, makes presentations to the Jones County Board of Commissioners as necessary and appropriate. Prepares a long-range plan for the development of the County, specifically involving the location, design, and development of industrial parks and buildings and the infrastructure necessary to support their development as well as the expansion of existing businesses and industries; presenting development plans.

Any questions or inquiries should be directed to Angelica Hall, 252-448-7571 or ahall@jonescountync.gov.

Please see the job description at the link below:
https://www.jonescountync.gov/vertical/sites/%7B9E2432B0-642B-4C2F-A31B-CDE7082E88E9%7D/uploads/JOB_ANNOUNCEMENT-EDC-06062019.pdf