Executive Director

Warroad Community Development   Warroad, MN   Full-time     Business Development
Posted on October 18, 2024
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Warroad Community Development (WCD) is excited to announce the search for a visionary leader for our Executive Director role.

The WCD Executive Director primary areas of responsibility include:

  • Work with the City and community to build a forward looking narrative as we counter conventional wisdom in defining our community
  • Design a roadmap, inspire entrepreneurial investment, define prioritization recommendations of projects, budgets and resources in partnership with the city of Warroad
  • Work collaboratively. Support our partners. Listen to the community. Inspire the community with what could be. Believe in a strong and vibrant Warroad. Believe in the spirit of possibility.

Qualifications

  • Seven (7) years of experience preferred with two (2) or more specifically in community development and transformation.
  • Experience providing leadership and direction in long term strategic planning with cross-functional community leaders.
  • Three (3) years of municipal planning and economic development.
  • Bachelor’s degree in municipal and regional planning, urban regional studies and planning, public administration, business administration or related field is highly desirable.
  • Master’s degree in one of the above areas is desirable.
  • American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) accreditation is preferred.
  • A history of volunteering in an individual or community capacity is beneficial.

Competitive compensation package starting at an annual salary of $140,000 based on experience and qualifications.

To apply and/or learn more, please click Apply

About WCD

Warroad Community Development (WCD) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose vision is to build a lasting experience for residents and visitors alike in recognizing and appreciating Warroad, Minnesota as a special and unique place where a sense of community is strong, dreams are realized, and life is lived. WCD strategically supports economic and community development through a focus on key strategic elements including Warroad arts, heritage & culture; education; personal development and growth; entrepreneurial spirit; health & wellness; natural resources and recreation.