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PROJECT NARRATIVE <br />1. Request Description: Please describe the work this position will perform. lnclude a <br />iob description and any other pertinent information. <br />This 2023 grant application is for two positions at CenterFuse. One position is an <br />updated and expanded Executive Director position and the second is a new Executive <br />Assistant. The job description and work performed for each is listed below. <br />Job title: Executive Director <br />Job purpose: The Executive Director of CenterFuse, Ellensburg's Business <br />Development Authority, seeks to connect businesses with the resources they need to <br />start, grow, and prosper. They report to a 9-member volunteer board who guides the <br />strategic direction for CenterFuse. The Executive Director creates and maintains <br />systems and relationships to attract businesses to Ellensburg. They are responsible for <br />the administrative operations of the organization as well as leading efforts to achieve <br />the strategic goals outlined by the board. <br />Job Duties and Responsibilities: Following the organization's Charter, Bylaws and <br />mission, the Executive Director provides leadership, vision, and professional expertise <br />toward the advancement of Ellensburg's business development efforts. <br />Essential Functions <br />. Oversees, and directs all economic development activities of CenterFuse in <br />accordance with our mission to connect businesses with the resources they need to <br />start, grow, and prosper.o Assists businesses, as needed, who are looking to establish a presence in <br />Ellensburg. This may include connecting them with appropriate City departments or <br />real estate agents as they move forward with their assessment of Ellensburg as a <br />business location.o Manages financial reporting, audits, grant and interlocal agreements to ensure <br />CenterFuse follows all requirements and agreements.. Directs and reviews reports, analyses, and studies that impact the economic vitality <br />of business development in Ellensburg and reports findings as well as <br />recommendations for action to the board as appropriate.o Collaboratively monitors programs and policies in our region to ensure sustainable <br />job and income growth in Ellensburg.. Ensures compliance with the organization's Charter and Bylaws.. Supports a 9-member volunteer board, which includes, but is not limited to, <br />preparing, and delivering board meetings, board recruitment, and providing regular <br />communication with board members.o Manages building operations and tenant relations at the EBDA Airport Building.o ldentifies and secures grants and other sources of funding that enable CenterFuse <br />to carry out its mission.