EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Lake of the Ozarks Council of Local Governments

Missouri's stunning Lake of the Ozarks region, a premier vacation and tourist destination in the Midwest, is seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Executive Director to lead the Lake of the Ozarks Council of Local Governments (LOCLG) – one of Missouri's 19 Regional Planning Commissions — comprising Camden, Laclede, Miller and Morgan Counties, Missouri.

The Executive Director is the LOCLG top executive and reports to a Board of Directors comprising local elected officials and appointed representatives. LOCLG is an EDA-designated Economic Development District; a primary planning partner in Missouri's Statewide Transportation Planning Framework; and the key community & economic development planning agency for the region. Other council programs include grant administration of state/federal/not-for-profit programs and projects, EDA revolving loan fund, hazard mitigation planning and grants, and other local government support services.

Candidates should have familiarity in the program areas listed above and should have knowledge of the organization of local governments and federal nonprofit regulations. Must demonstrate strong administrative, communication and marketing skills and show past successes in working with state and/or federal agencies. This position requires frequent attendance at evening meetings, periodic travel to Jefferson City, Missouri, and occasional travel out-of-state.

A bachelor's degree in public administration, non-profit administration, planning, economic development, or related field is preferred, but not required. Prior experience in management, including administration of personnel, programs, board management, budgets and fiduciary matters is preferred. Annual salary range is $65,000 - $75,000, with a highly competitive benefits package. For a full job description, please visit www.MACOG.org/career-opportunities.

To be considered for the position, please submit a resume with three professional references, and salary history/requirement, via email to: Commissioner Randy Angst, LOCLG Chair, Presiding Commissioner – Laclede County, Missouri, at RAngst@lacledecountymissouri.org.

Deadline: October 10, 2024.