Assistant Executive Director

JOB DESCRIPTION

Organization:

Albert Lea Economic Development Agency (ALEDA)

Position:

Assistant Executive Director Salary & Benefits:

$75,000 to $85,000, plus $10,000 benefit allowance and paid time off

Application Deadline:

May 29, 2026 (initial review of applications May 15, 2026)

Job Summary:

The Assistant Executive Director will support ALEDA's Director of Strategic Initiatives & Projects and the Finance and Operations Director in carrying out organizational strategies, managing projects, providing administrative support, and engaging with community stakeholders. View the full position profile at https://www.ddahumanresources.com/active-searches .

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree (completed or in progress) in Business, Finance, Planning, Political Science, Communications, or a related field, and a minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of relevant work experience in project coordination, administration, finance, business development, or community engagement. Experience in economic development, governmental, nonprofit, or professional consulting settings is a plus.

Apply:

Visit https://daviddrown.hiringplatform.com/394486-albert-lea-economic-development-agency-assistant-executive-director/1499795-application-form/en and complete the application process by May 29, 2026. Applications will be reviewed beginning May 15, 2026. Finalists will be selected on June 1, 2026, with final interviews scheduled for June 15, 2026. Please direct any questions to Liza Donabauer at liza@daviddrown.com or 612-920-3320 x111.

BENEFITS

$10,000 benefit allowance