LANGLADE COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY: Under the direct supervision of the Executive Director, this full-time position provides administrative assistance for the Langlade County Economic Development Corporation and performs a variety of tasks pertaining to the City of Antigo and Langlade County Economic Development Programs. This position also conducts various marketing activities relating to economic development, business recruitment, and tourism.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Performs day to day office responsibilities as a team player with a positive, confident and can-do attitude

Administration of all Accounts Receivable & Payable including employee payroll and assists in all Human Resource activities for employees using Quickbooks Accounting Program

Prepares monthly board and committee agendas and minutes

Administration of Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund, Public Improvement Fund, Langlade County Community Development Fund

Grant Program Administration includes; Brownfield Grants, PFED Block Grant Programs, Economic Development Administration Grants

Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the Economic Development Corporation; administer economic development policies and procedures

Prepare regular progress reports, accounts payable and receivable reports including monthly operating budget reports for presentation to the Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors

Markets Langlade County for tourism and business creation and retention by keeping up-to- date websites and social media avenues which include: www.langladecounty.org; www.langladecountyedc.org, www.locateinwisconsin.com, www.northcentrealwisconsin.com, http://www.calendarwiz.com/calendars/calendar.php?crd=antigocommunitycalendar& & facebook/twitter accounts

Assists in the writing, editing and production of publications and other promotional and presentation materials

Assists in identifying and securing alternative funding/revenue sources

Maintains a positive working relationships with city, state, and federal staff and elected officials; and with existing Langlade County businesses

Assists the Executive Director when needed to attend and participate in professional group meetings

Participates in continued education to stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of economic development

Available Nights/Weekends

Qualifications Associates Degree desired or 3-5 years of work related experience Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Quickbooks Ability to write, speak and interact clearly and professionally Extremely organized. Strong multi-tasking and time-management skills Can handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality Uses time effectively to ensure tasks are completed promptly and accurately Comfortable working under deadlines with proven track record of success Performs tasks with high degree of accuracy Demonstrates strong, effective interpersonal skills  Team player Demonstrates initiative, effective problem-solving skills and good judgment Background handling 1099s, W-9s, and insurance: HR Experience a plus Proactive and self-starting

Wage Starting wage range is $12-16/hour depending upon qualifications and experience

Benefits Health, Life, SEP IRA, Paid Time Off & Wellness Program with successful completion of

probationary period