Executive Director - Arrowhead Regional Development Commission

Job PostingJob Summary: The Executive Director serves as the chief administrative officer of the Arrowhead Regional Development Commission (ARDC), leading strategic and operational efforts across its seven-county northeastern Minnesota region. The position oversees fiscal, personnel, and administrative functions and ensures effective implementation of Commission-approved policies and programs.View the full position profile at https://www.ddahumanresources.com/active-searches. Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of six (6) years of combined economic development and planning experience, experience working with communities, boards, committees, and government entities, and supervisory experience. A master’s degree in business, Public Administration, Planning, Economic Development, or related field is preferred.Apply: Visit https://daviddrown.hiringplatform.com/382372-arrowhead-regional-development-commission-executive-director/1456869-application-form/en and complete the application process by April 12, 2026. Finalists will be selected on April 17, 2026, and final interviews will be held on April 24 and 27, 2026.Please direct any questions to Liza Donabauer at liza@daviddrown.com or 612-920-3320 x111.EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability/LGBTIQ/Age-Friendly EmployerBenefits information is not available for this position. Please contact the city directly for this information.