Resolution_PF Agreement 2021_CenterFuse

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PROJECT NARRATlVE 1.Request Description:Please describe the work this position will perform.Include a job description and any other pertinent information. The position of Executive Director plans implements and evaluates the efforts of the Ellensburg Business Development Authority (dba CenterFuse)to foster economic growth that produces jobs that pay above the state median.The Executive Director reports to a seven-member Board of Directors and performs work including but not limited to: •Establish a strategic direction for the organization that balances daily operations and the implementation of strategic efforts within an evolving environment. •Lead business attraction,including partnering with local,regional and statewide agencies to create and promote opportunities for businesses in Ellensburg. •Identify sources of and maintain data on economic activity to inform current performance and future areas for growth. •Assist with matching businesses to available space. •Consult with existing businesses;address needs for expansion and trouble shoot issues. •Coordinate closely with local,state and federal partners to pursue development agreements. •Communicate clearly and openly to establish and maintain a high degree of trust among partner organizations and governments. •Lead efforts in securing funding support from external sources. •Identify,recruit board members well suited to supporting the mission,goals,and strategic direction of CenterFuse. •Source,identify,and implement required economic development tools,programs and initiatives to further the competitiveness of Ellensburg in the regional business community. •Promote the stated-designated Opportunity Zones and county-wide Free Trade Zone. •Partner with local officials (city and county)on the proper structure of incentives intended to assist businesses with relocating to,or expanding within,Ellensburg. •Create and manage an annual budget. •Schedule and coordinate monthly board meetings and special meetings. •Manage tenant relations for two facilities,including invoicing,collections,complaints, and processing payments. •Create and sustain intentional and effective communications including a digital presence (website and social media),in-person business recruitment (community introductions,onboarding,presentations),and promotional (earned/paid media, swag). •Financial repoiting,bookkeeping and accounting. •Represent CenterFuse at workshops,conferences and meetings. Included with this application is a full position description. 2.Is this a new position for your organization?If so,please describe why this position is needed.If not,why is it a necessary for this fund to continue to support this position?