Development Specialist

Buckeye Hills Regional Council is a council of governments dedicated to improving the lives of residents in southeast Ohio. By working collaboratively with elected officials across Athens, Hocking, Meigs, Monroe, Morgan, Noble, Perry, and Washington counties, we grow strong communities through our four divisions: Aging & Health, Home Care, Development, and Planning. Buckeye Hills Regional Council is currently seeking a full-time, non-exempt Development Specialist. This position assists local communities in identifying and assessing needs and planning, preparing and implementing projects for which Buckeye Hills may or may not be contractually obligated. The essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Establishes and maintains a good working relationship with local, state, and federal officials. Works with communities to establish committees of citizens and local officials to identify needs, plan projects, and implement community improvement projects. Develops initiatives and identifies resources to assist communities in addressing their development needs. Provides information and assistance to project applicants. Prepares media releases. Represents the department at public meetings, and within committees, boards and organizations. Essential skills, knowledge, and abilities include but are not limited to: Communicate effectively. Prepare accurate and concise reports. Interpret and apply laws, regulations and policies. Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with state and community leaders and the public. Organize, prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks. Maintain confidentiality.

Education/Experience Required:

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in planning, community development, public administration, business administration, geography, political science or a related field. A minimum of two (2) years of experience in public administration or regional planning is also required. Demonstrated experience may be considered as a partial substitute for the education requirement.

Starting Salary Range:

$36,205 - $42,434 Fingerprinting, background check, drug test, and valid driver's license required for hire. We offer an excellent benefits package including but not limited to: Great health, vision, dental, and life insurance packages 35-hour work week Mileage reimbursement at the federal rate Generous paid sick, personal, and annual leave Participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System Optional Deferred Compensation For full consideration, please email a resume, references, and Buckeye Hills Regional Council application to Angie Lawrence alawrence@buckeyehills.org no later than 3:30 pm June 3, 2026. Employment applications can be found on the Buckeye Hills Regional Council Careers page: buckeyehills.org/careers Angie Lawrence Buckeye Hills Regional Council 2585 Glendale Road Marietta, OH 45750 Buckeye Hills Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$36,205.00 - $42,434.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person