Economic Development Specialist

Skill Requirements

• Enjoy variety in work
• Great communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Create and maintain positive relationships with community members, partners and clients

Qualifications

• Experience working with small businesses and entrepreneurs
• Experience working with nonprofits and local government organizations in Baker, Union and Wallowa counties
• Ability to develop new skills and participate in trainings and conferences

Benefits

• 14 paid holidays
• Vacation, sick leave
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Compensatory time off for hours worked over 40 in a week at a rate of 1.5 times the amount of time worked over 40 hours

Salary Range

The starting salary will be between $54,000 – $65,000/year depending on qualifications and experience.

About the Role

This job will support internal operations, external communications, small businesses & entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and local government organizations in Baker, Union and Wallowa counties. The position provides opportunities to develop new skills and participate in trainings and conferences.

Application Process

The position will be open until filled. The first review of applicants will take place on August 6, 2026. To apply for veterans’ preference, complete the veterans’ preference application and provide required documentation. Applicants shall submit the job application form and include a cover letter with your application that explains your interest in the position and highlights your qualifications related to specific items in the job description. The application shall either be delivered to our office at 101 NE 1st Street, Suite 100, Enterprise, OR 97828 or via email to lisadawson@neoedd.org. Do not provide a resume.

Status of Your Application

You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that NEOEDD communicates with all candidates via email.

Pre-And Post-Employment Screening

NEOEDD will check references as part of the selection process. After a contingent offer of employment, we will conduct a background driving check. Visit https://neoedd.org/who-we-are/our-team/ for more information about the job description and application.