Deputy Director

Position Summary:

The Southern Idaho Economic Development Organization (SIEDO) is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Deputy Director to join our leadership team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of Southern Idaho by driving economic growth through business attraction and retention initiatives. If you are passionate about fostering collaboration, promoting sustainable growth, and enhancing the quality of life in our region, we encourage you to apply.

Position Overview:

As the Deputy Director of Southern Idaho Economic Development Organization, you will work closely with the Executive Director to implement and execute SIEDO’s mission, vision, strategic objectives, and values. You will lead efforts to attract new businesses, retain existing businesses, and diversify the regional economy. Additionally, you will play a critical role in community engagement, infrastructure advocacy, and promoting Southern Idaho as a premier destination for business and investment.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

This role is tailored for a driven individual with aspirations to eventually lead the organization and make a lasting impact in our community.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who prioritizes teamwork over personal accolades and is unfazed by status. You naturally celebrate the achievements of others and take pride in the group’s collective success. Collaboration is at the heart of your approach, and you believe that success is a shared accomplishment. Driven by a strong desire for growth, you constantly seek out new challenges, learning experiences, and additional responsibilities without needing external motivation. With robust emotional intelligence, you have a keen understanding of people and group dynamics, using your judgment and intuition to navigate relationships and positively influence outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Leadership & Team Support: Assist the Executive Director in the daily operations of SIEDO and lead the team in various economic development initiatives.

- Community Engagement & Collaboration: Build strong partnerships with local government, businesses, and organizations to create a cohesive and collaborative environment for regional development.

- Marketing & Promotion: Lead efforts to promote Southern Idaho as a prime location for business investment, highlighting the region’s assets and opportunities.

- Economic Diversification: Attract new industries and investments to diversify the economy, ensuring long-term resilience across sectors.

- Infrastructure Advocacy: Collaborate with regional stakeholders to improve infrastructure that supports economic development, including transportation, utilities, and technology.

Desired Qualifications:

- Relationship Building: Proven ability to connect with diverse stakeholders and cultivate strong, long-lasting partnerships across sectors.

- Marketing & Communications: Expertise in developing and executing marketing strategies, along with strong communication skills across various media platforms.

- Organizational Development & Coalition Building: Experience in fostering collaboration, building coalitions, and strengthening organizational capacity for growth and success.

- Storytelling: Ability to craft and share compelling narratives that promote the region’s assets and vision.

- Team Player: A collaborative spirit, willing to contribute to team goals and celebrate shared success.

- Business Acumen: Solid understanding of economic development principles, with the ability to manage budgets, analyze data, and make informed decisions.

- Consulting & Advising: Experience providing insightful guidance to businesses, organizations, and local leaders on growth opportunities and strategic planning.

- Fun, Engaging & Likable: Approachable and engaging personality, with the ability to foster a positive and collaborative work environment.

- Teachable & Coachable: Open to feedback, always learning, and committed to personal and professional growth.

- Local Knowledge & Connections: Familiarity with the Southern Idaho region, with established local connections and insight into the community’s unique needs preferred.

- Creative Thinking: Ability to generate innovative solutions and ideas to drive economic development success.

- Establishing Trust: Skilled at building trust with community members, stakeholders, and partners through transparency and consistent communication.

- Passionate About Community: Genuine commitment to improving and supporting regional communities.

- Diverse Communicator: Capable of communicating effectively with a wide range of audiences, including business leaders, government officials, and community members.

- Budget Knowledgeable: Ability to manage and oversee budgets effectively, ensuring financial sustainability.

- Information Interpretation & Analysis: Able to interpret complex information, analyze data, and present it in a way that is easily understood by non-experts.

- Agriculture Experience: Understanding of rural economies and agricultural industries, with experience supporting agricultural communities.

Why Join Us?

Joining SIEDO means becoming part of a team that deeply values cooperative effort, working in partnership with our communities and members to achieve shared successes. We focus on promoting the Southern Idaho region as a whole while appreciating the unique strengths of each community we serve.

We pride ourselves on maintaining transparency and fostering trust among our members, board, and communities. We believe that when one community thrives, all communities benefit, and we work collaboratively to achieve regional success.

Our organization is dedicated to recognizing and promoting the diverse characteristics of each community, managing our resources responsibly to ensure financial stability, and being accountable through measurable outcomes for our supporters and the people we serve. By working with us, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that is committed to making a meaningful impact and driving positive change in Southern Idaho.

Pay Type and Salary:

This is a salaried position starting at $66,000+ per year, based on experience and qualifications.

Compensation Package Includes:

The position offers a generous benefits package, including health, dental, term life, and long-term disability insurance. Additional perks include paid time off, 13 paid holidays, and a retirement plan featuring a 401(k) with up to a 3% employer match.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to MagicValleyMail@labor.idaho.gov. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The first round of application reviews will take place on November 9, 2024.

Join us in shaping the future of Southern Idaho!

Learn more about SIEDO by going to www.southernidaho.org