Our thriving Central Alberta community is looking for a talented Community and Economic Development Officer. Reporting to the Community Services Director, this position is responsible for developing, facilitating and promoting plans, projects and initiatives that contribute to the development of our community and its economy.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate community and economic development planning to identify and establish economic develop ment opportunities
• Identify opportunities for community economic development to develop local projects and initiatives
• Secure funding for economic development activities and programs
• Assist local organizations, businesses (i.e. Chamber of Commerce, tourism and historical societies) and individuals with establishing economic and com­munity development plans, businesses and projects
• Promote the community to expand economic development opportunities

Qualifications
A degree or diploma in a related discipline combined with a minimum of five years experience, or an equiva­lent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of board governance and policy develop­ment and an Ec.D. designation are assets.
The Town of Lacombe offers a competitive salary ($59,685–$$75,254) and a comprehensive benefits package. If this exciting opportunity interests you, please forward your resume to:

Human Resources Officer
Town of Lacombe
5432 56th Avenue
Lacombe, AB
T4L 1E9

Fax: (403) 782-5655
tanderson@lacombe.ca

This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. For more information, visit www.lacombe.ca
All applicants are thanked for their interest, and advised that only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.