Economic Development Director

Employment Application

In order to be considered for any vacancy within the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas, an application must be completed. If you are among the qualified candidates, you will receive a call or email from one of our coordinators to schedule an interview. Once your application is completed, please send it to the Human Resources Department at HR.

Position:
Economic Development Director Supervisor:
Tribal Administrator Division:
Tribal Operations Administration Department:
Tribal Administration Responsibilities

The Economic Development Director (EDD) is responsible for leading the KTTT business development efforts, developing a strategic plan and creating policies related to business development as established by the Tribal Council and Tribal Administrator. The EDD will oversee development and operations of business ventures, ensure the delivery of excellent customer service to clients and customers, and coordinate with all subsidiary managers to ensure maximum returns to the tribe.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an annual business plan, which includes the business plans of the individual KTTT enterprises, operational requirements, organizational structure, staffing, and budgets.
• Research potential business opportunities, review proposals and determine feasibility of such.
• Conduct due diligence with investment opportunities and make supported recommendations to the Tribal Council and/or Tribal Administrator as appropriate.
• Develop/manage enterprise(s) under the KTTT to optimize profit and expand market and revenue generation.
• Collaborate with enterprise managers to ensure maximum returns and plan expansion and/or improvement of current and future businesses.
• Provide continual oversight of all current KTTT business enterprises to ensure the viability and profitability of each entity.
• Assist with and/or give recommendations for new land acquisitions.
• Develop and recommend land use policies for approval by the Tribal Council.
• Plan, direct, coordinate and ensure appropriate financial, procurement, investment and budgetary policies are in place for all KTTT business enterprises.
• Re‑cap, analyze and forecast actual sales results to make recommendations to the CFO and Tribal Administrator for future planning.
• Establish and maintain proper controls and systems to identify and manage business risks.
• Establish and maintain internal controls over financial reporting, expenditures, budgets and project performance through appropriate policies and procedures.
• Ensure efficient and effective marketing, advertising and promotional planning through appropriate marketing initiatives.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills with all levels of management and staff
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines by utilizing analytical and problem solving capabilities
• Ability to analyze, adjust, and optimize material and inventory levels to coincide with customer demand and sales forecasts
• Demonstrate strong computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Show excellent time management skills
• Ability to travel, including overnight, as required
• Perform such other tasks as may be assigned by Tribal Administrator.
• Must speak, write and read English fluently, knowledge of the Kickapoo Language and Spanish is a plus but not required.

Supervision Exercised

This position does carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Education / Experience Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field. Three (3) years business development/management experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field. Four (4) or more years of business development/management experience. Knowledge of and experience with retail, land development and gaming.

Native American Preference

KTTT recognizes preference for KTTT tribal members and qualified Native American tribal members including preferential treatment in recruitment, hiring, promotions, layoffs and reductions in force so long as they meet minimum job qualifications.

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