Mississippi River Regional Planning Commission (MRRPC)

Economic Development Planner

The Mississippi River Regional Planning Commission (MRRPC) in La Crosse Wisconsin is searching for an Economic Development Planner. The Planner will be responsible for a variety of community and economic development related activities, including but not limited to: writing and administering grant applications, reviewing and underwriting business loans, administering local, state and federal revolving loan funds, developing public-private funding alternatives and working with communities and counties to develop economic development strategies and comprehensive plans.

The applicant should have knowledge and practice in: economic development planning, comprehensive planning, revolving loan fund lending, grant writing, federal, state and private sector economic development programs and assisting counties, cities, villages and towns on planning and economic development issues. The position requires occasional attendance at night meetings and travel. Applicants must possess or have a valid Driver’s license and agree to take and pass a drug test as a condition of employment.

The annual salary for this full-time position is $37,000 to $44,161 and includes an excellent benefit package including health insurance, life insurance, and Wisconsin Retirement. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s or preferably a Master’s degree in a Major such as public administration, business administration, finance, economics, geography, urban and regional planning. A minimum of two years work experience related to one or more of the duties of this position is also preferred.