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Operations Manager

Position Type: Full-Time Exempt

Reports To: President & CEO

Pay range: $52,000 – $62,000

Location: Grand Forks, ND; in-person

Application Deadline: December 27, 2024

Working Hours: Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, with occasional early morning and evening work

To Apply

Send a cover letter and resume to Keith Lund at keithl@grandforks.org by Friday, December 27, 2024.

Position Summary

The Operations Manager contributes to the efficient day-to-day operations of the Grand Forks Region EDC office, providing highly responsible reporting, financial, and office coordination. They exercise independent judgment to facilitate office demands and operational effectiveness. The Operations Manager must exercise considerable discretion in the protection and release of confidential information.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Projects a positive image of the organization clients, team members, and community
Welcome visitors; answer and route telephone calls; process incoming/outgoing postal mail; keep office clean and tidy
Work directly with President & CEO in the development of meeting agendas and staff reports; assist with scheduling, coordination, and execution of events and meetings
Track office supplies inventory, ordering and stocking as needed
Maintain office filing and recordkeeping systems to include digital files
Assist President & CEO organize and accomplish executive tasks and responsibilities
Work with external HR provider to prepare onboarding paperwork, schedules, and activities for new employees; ensure smooth offboarding for outgoing employees; assist with administration of job postings
Facilitate Corporation and Foundation governance correspondence, agendas, and minutes
Process and file annual reports, tax filings, contracts, and agreements; oversee compliance with federal and state requirements mandated by the organization’s non-profit status
In coordination with external accounting provider, organize accounts receivable, accounts payable, and employee expenses
Assist with annual budget creation and maintenance
Provide information to the external accountant; maintain an orderly accounting system; coordinate audit activities and requested information
Reconcile payroll and benefits with reports provided by external HR provider
Coordinate membership program and renewals; maintain membership records; track corporate calls; facilitate member correspondence
Maintain internal and external dashboards; compile data for progress metrics
Research, analyze, compile and present information for projects and proposals
Manage internal systems, accounts, and processes; ensure good vendor relations; facilitate CRM data entry
Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Reliable, courteous, and prompt with ability to work cooperatively with others as a member of a highly effectives team
Strong interpersonal, organization and communication skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Attentive to detail and the ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities
Proven administrative and/or operational experience
Effective business writing skills
Familiar with Adobe Acrobat
Proficiency with general office equipment such as telephone systems and photocopier/scanner
Proficient with operating computer software/systems including Microsoft Office 365 systems, especially Outlook, Excel and Word
Additional consideration will be provided to candidates with experience with CRM and task management software and reporting
Additional consideration will be provided to candidates with event management experience
Additional consideration will be provided to candidates with data analysis and reporting

Other Requirements

Use of personal vehicle for in-town errands may be necessary
Ability to occasionally adjust standard 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. work day to support office events

Benefits

10 paid holidays
6.67 hours of paid vacation accrued per month (2 weeks annually, increases after 24 months of employment)
8 hours of sick leave accrued per month
Comprehensive health and other insurance coverage
Retirement plan

Workforce Development Specialist TEMPORARY

Position Type: Temporary 4-month Contract

Reports To: Director of Workforce Development

Hours Per Week: 20-30 (average 25 hours/week)

Location: Grand Forks, ND

Position Time Frame: February 1 to May 31, 2025

Rate of pay: $22.00/hour

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Working Hours: Flexible schedule falling within our office operating hours of Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Occasional evening work may be necessary.

To Apply

Send a cover letter, resume, and 2-3 samples that showcase writing or content abilities to Becca Cruger, beccac@grandforks.org.

Creative samples could be a combination of the following: writing, examples, flyers, posters, etc.

Position Summary

The Grand Forks Region EDC Workforce Development Specialist serves as an integral part of the EDC’s Workforce Division and will help carry out programming designed to strategically solve workforce challenges experienced by EDC member companies throughout Grand Forks County. This position will bring creative flair, organizational aptitude, and project management techniques to workforce programming such as InternGF and Greater Grand Forks: Way Cooler than You Think! recruitment and retention initiative.

General Description of Responsibilities

Coordinate and track reimbursement requests for InternGF funding program.
Track workforce development project timelines and metrics.
Coordinate a team of 5 writers for the “What’s Cooler Today?” blog.
Revise and edit submitted blogs for publication on grandforksiscooler.com
Utilize WordPress platform to upload content to website using search engine best practices.
Participate in creative idea generation and content creation for Greater Grand Forks: Way Cooler than You Think’s website, social media, and relocation guide.
Plan and coordinate workforce-related committee meetings and manage related documents, correspondence, and activities.
Track workforce development project timelines and metrics.
Be a presence at regional career events, when necessary.
Other duties as assigned by Director of Workforce Development.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities with Willingness to Train the Right Candidate

• Experience with WordPress

• Experience with project management systems such as Monday.com, Asana, Slack, etc.

• Experience with search engine optimization best practices

• Experience with creating graphics using Adobe suite of products or Canva

Marketing & Communications Intern

Status: Part-time, non-exempt

Reports To: Marketing & Communications Manager

Hours Per Week: 15-20

Rate of pay: $15.00/hour

Target Starting Date: January 13, 2025 and continue to at least December 2025

Application Deadline: December 2, 2024

To Apply

Send a cover letter, resume, and two to three creative samples to Mark Maliskey, markm@grandforks.org by December 2, 2024.

Creative samples can include writing, social media posts for an organizational account, video, photography, advertisements, etc.) If you don’t have past examples, it is ok to create new samples or mockups based on an imaginary brand.

Position Summary

The Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation is seeking a dynamic and creative Marketing & Communications Intern to support the marketing and outreach initiatives of the Grand Forks region for business and workforce development. The position offers hands-on experience in a professional environment, providing the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the Grand Forks community. The role is ideal for a third- or fourth-year college student seeking a degree in marketing, communications, or related field.

This internship will begin January 2025, 15-20 hours per week. Ideally, the candidate would have the ability to work the internship at least through December 2025, with the option to extend. Rate of pay $15/hour.

Responsibilities

Social Media Management: Assist in the development, scheduling, and monitoring of social media content for LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.
Content Creation: Support the creation of digital content, including website updates, newsletters, videos, photos, and graphics.
Branding & Graphic Design: Assist in creating graphics for campaigns, events, and presentations using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite, ensuring a consistent and professional visual representation of the EDC.
Video Production: Assist in filming, editing, and producing short video content highlighting local businesses, success stories, and regional events for promotional use on social media and other digital platforms.
Event Support: Assist in the promotion of and preparation of EDC events, including logistics, marketing materials, and on-site support for community and networking events.
Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support as needed to the Marketing & Communications team, including organizing marketing materials and tracking campaign effectiveness.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, graphic design, or a related field. Must be entering 3rd or 4th year status or graduate student. May be pursuing an alternative major if you have familiarity and skill in marketing and content creation.
Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail and grammar.
Proficiency in social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter/X) and content management.
Familiarity with graphic design software (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is helpful, but willing to train the right applicant.
Basic video editing experience (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Final Cut, or iMovie) is preferred.
Outstanding interpersonal, creative, organization, and communication skills.
Highly self-motivated with the ability to multi-task effectively.
Desire to share new ideas.

Marketing & Communications Intern

Status: Part-time, non-exempt

Reports To: Director of Workforce Development

Hours Per Week: 15-20

Target Starting Date: January 2025

Rate of pay: $15.00/hour

Application Deadline: October 23, 2024

To Apply

Send a cover letter, resume, and two (2) creative samples to Becca Cruger, beccac@grandforks.org by October 23, 2024.

Position Summary

The Grand Forks Region EDC is looking for a dynamic self-starter with a creative flair to support our promotion of the greater Grand Forks region. We believe in providing true experiential learning opportunities with a seat at the decision-making table. You’ll be responsible for brand management of the Greater Grand Forks: Way Cooler than You Think! talent attraction initiative (gfiscooler.com, @gfiscooler). Your role will include social media content creation, web content development, print media development, and marketing project management.

This internship will begin January 2025, 15-20 hours per week. Ideally, you would have the ability to work the internship at least through December 2025, with the option to extend. Rate of pay $15/hour.

Responsibilities

1. Coordination of Lifestyle Blog: Coordinate with a team of 5 guest writers for “What’s Cooler Today?”, a Grand Forks region lifestyle blog (gfiscooler.com/whats-cooler-today). Pitch content ideas, manage content calendar, coordinate writer schedules, create e-newsletter, upload photos.

2. Website Writing and Maintenance: Aid in updating, writing, and posting content for grandforksiscooler.com while using search engine optimization tactics

3. Social Media Content Creation & Management: Work with a team to track our content calendar, pitch social posts to management, create content using social media trends, manage commenting, and track analytics for @gfiscooler Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

4. Design: Create promotional materials, newsletters, and social media graphics.

5. Photography & Videography (optional): Collect and create photos and videos for Cooler and EDC digital platforms. (if you are not skilled in photography or videography, please still apply!)

6. Event Management: Participate in events that promote Greater Grand Forks: Way Cooler than You Think! like career fairs, street fairs, and community events.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, graphic design, business, entrepreneurship, or English; must be entering 3rd or 4th year status or graduate student. May be pursuing an alternative major if you have familiarity and skill in marketing and content creation.
Excellent writing skills with familiarization in social media applications
Experience with graphic design software (Canva/Adobe) helpful (but will train the right applicant)
Outstanding interpersonal, creative, organization, and communication skills
Highly self-motivated with the ability to multi-task effectively
Desire to share new ideas

Grand Forks Region EDC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.