Job Description: President/Chief Executive Officer

Company: Centergy
Location: Wausau, Wisconsin (Central WI - Stevens Point)
Job Category: Executive
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Not Specified

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President/Chief Executive Officer

President/Chief Executive Officer, Centergy

Full Time

Salary Range: Commensurate with Position

Competitive Benefits Package

 

Organization

Centergy, one of the nine regional Economic Development Organizations supported by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, serves the Central Wisconsin counties of Adams, Lincoln, Marathon, Portage and Wood Counties.

Position: Reporting to the Executive Committee, the President/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will produce measurable positive outcomes in the areas of attraction, retention, and expansion of economic development. Regional travel will be required to serve the region.  The president/CEO will implement the strategies, goals, and objectives of Centergy as it relates to the development and implementation of a regional approach to economic development. Thereby, demonstrating results to and an impact on stakeholder businesses, organizations and communities served. The president/CEO is responsible for providing regionally focused leadership through collaborations with leaders and staff of all sectors engaged in growing and maintaining the economy, providing direction toward economic development, and building consensus among the region, and promoting collaboration among all stakeholders

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Vision: Development, Execution and Management

• Plans and executes strategies to attract new workforce, businesses and encourage expansion and retention of existing businesses to promote a stronger economic base.
• Coordinates the planning and development of existing and new programs and project initiatives.
• Evaluates program effectiveness.
• Keeps abreast of the advances, procedures, regulations, technological and other market-related changes in all areas related to economic development.

Association Development and Management

• Identifies, targets and nurtures businesses, industries, and its leaders in the region to grow participation in Centergy.
• Builds relationships with regional and state economic development organizations.
• Builds relationship with other regional organizations and agencies to develop synergies.

Financial Management and Grants

• Prepares and administers organizational budget.
• Seeks, develops and secure grants and business investment for core organizational programs and operations.
• Retains current and secures additional organizational funding sources.

Governance and Administration

• Briefs and advises the Executive Board and other internal and external parties regarding economic development projects in person and through written, verbal, and electronic reports.
• Coordinates staff and volunteer activities to assure vitality, growth, and development within the area.
• Directs and delegates projects and personnel where appropriate.
• Maintains confidentiality when required. 
• Demonstrates excellent problem resolution, organization, interpersonal, communication and project management skills along with the ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Supports the Executive Committee and Board.
• Develops administrative policies and procedures for Centergy as needed.
• Performs other duties at the discretion of the Executive Committee.

Marketing and Communications

• Promotes Centergy region as a viable option for location of business/industry by contacting regional and national businesses and responding to RFI’s by other economic development entities.
• Represents the Centergy region at meetings, presentations, trade shows and through development of proposals and promotional materials.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Leadership experience in an economic development organization preferred
• Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, marketing, or related field, or their equivalent preferred.
• Experience in volunteer/committee/Board of Directors/coalition management preferred.
• Knowledge of private and public finance and the ability to analyze financial statements and assist with business plan development.
• Knowledge of grant writing and familiarity with various programs available through state and federal agencies.
• Strong problem solving, decision making, interpersonal communications, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and adequate driving record.
• The ability to lift 35 pounds.
• Positive attitude.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Work performed independently with only general direction.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision of Centergy staff.

JUDGMENT REQUIRED

Work consists of difficult and complex tasks and requires the interpretation of technical and detailed guidelines. Requires the use of considerable judgment where answers and solutions can only be found after careful thought and analysis.

EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE USED

Computer, Windows Office Suite, Calculator, copy machine, fax machine, printing equipment, automobile.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Mental Requirement	Not present	Present in unusual situations	<1 hr/day	1-2 hrs/day	2-4 hrs/day	4-6 hrs/day
Analytical Skills: To identify problems and opportunities, reviewing possible alternative courses of action before selecting one, utilizing information resources available when making decisions						X
Problem solving skills: To develop feasible realistic solutions to problems, recommending actions designed to prevent problems from occurring, and referring problems to upper management when necessary.						X
Planning & organizational skills: To develop long range-plans to solve complex problems or take advantage of opportunities, establish systematic methods of accomplishing goals.						X
Communication skills: To effectively convey ideas and information both in written and oral form.						X
Reading ability: To effectively read and understand information contained in memos, reports, bulletins, etc.						X
Creative decision making: To evaluate or make independent decisions, based on experience or knowledge, without supervision.						X
Ability to comprehend and to follow instructions: To follow instructions from supervisor, verbally or in written form.						X
Mathematical ability: To calculate basic arithmetic problems (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) without the aid of a calculator.					X
Time management: To set priorities to meet assignment deadlines.						X

 

IMPACT OF ERROR

Errors impact strategic direction of district level services involving significant numbers of personnel or financial resources.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Condition	Never	Occasionally	Frequently
Extreme temperatures	X
Fumes, gases, or odors	X
Chemical hazards	X
Electrical hazards	X
Mechanical hazards	X
Dust	X
Poor ventilation	X
Explosive materials	X
Radiation	X
Vibrations	X
Loud noise	X
Physically confined	X
Traveling			X

SPECIFIC VISION ABILITIES

	Never	Occasionally	Frequently
Close			X
Distance			X
Ability to see color			X

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand	Never	Occasionally	Frequently
Lifting up to 10 lbs.		X
Lifting up to 25 lbs.	X
Lifting up to 50 lbs.	X
Lifting 50 lbs. or more	X
Carrying		X
Bending		X
Climbing		X
Pushing		X
Pulling		X
Kneeling		X
Stooping		X
Standing		X
Walking			X
Sitting			X
Reaching		X
Talking			X
Hearing			X
Working Outside	X
Traveling		X

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the employees assigned to this position. Centergy will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990 to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.