Lowell (115,000 pop.) – The Lowell Development and Financial Corporation and The Lowell Plan, Inc., two distinct and independent agencies that share a common goal of supporting the economic vitality of the city of Lowell, are seeking a talented and motivated leader to serve as a common Executive Director who will steer the two agencies into an exciting and reenergized modern phase of public-private economic collaboration to assist in the continuing revitalization of Lowell. The Executive Director serves as chief executive of both organizations and reports directly to each Board of Directors. The Executive Director must be able to navigate maintaining the organizations’ independence while also working in partnership with the various stakeholders. Preferred candidates will have a master’s degree (bachelor’s degree required), preferably in city planning, public or business management, or a related field and have deep knowledge of Lowell, with strong relationship skills across the public and private sectors, and within community-based networks. Preferred candidates will bring at least seven years of progressive leadership experience in city planning, economic development, community development, or a related field and must be an effective communicator who can engage with a range of audiences. Candidates must demonstrate a collaborative spirit and commitment to bringing partners together across sectors to advance shared goals.
Annual salary: $175K+/- DOQ. AA/EOE.
Position is open until filled. For a guaranteed review of application materials, send résumé and cover letter in a single PDF via email, in confidence, by 3 p.m. on June 6, Subject: LDFC & Lowell Plan Executive Director to: Apply@CommunityParadigm.com.
For additional information, visit www.CommunityParadigm.com or contact Bernard Lynch, Principal, Community Paradigm Associates, at BLynch@CommunityParadigm.com.