RTDS Program Lead

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Senior Economic Development Officer, the Program Lead is responsible for the delivery, coordination, and overall success of the Regional Technology Development Site (RTDS) for Simcoe County, Barrie, and Orillia. Key responsibilities include program administration, stakeholder engagement, financial management, performance tracking, and reporting.

The RTDS Program Lead will cultivate and promote a culture of innovation and collaboration across Simcoe County by bringing together postsecondary institutions, industry partners, accelerators and innovation centres, and government agencies. Through this leadership, the Program Lead will support small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in developing, testing, and commercializing new technologies in automotive and smart mobility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (not listed in order of priority)

1. Build and maintain strong relationships with public and private-sector stakeholders across Simcoe County and the Province of Ontario. Represent the County of Simcoe Economic Development Office on RTDS program committee(s), lead and / or participate in meetings, prepare program status reports, and provide recommendations to the Senior Economic Development Officer or Manager of Economic Development on program initiatives and committee activities to support RTDS objectives.

2. Collaborate with regional stakeholders to support the development and implementation of an RTDS program plan. Implement processes to ensure continuous stakeholder input and engagement throughout the duration of the project.

4. Plan, develop, and manage program budgets for the RTDS. Monitor expenditures to ensure compliance with approved authorities, financial policies, and budget limitations. Complete program reporting aligned with partner contracts.

5. Lead and / or work with department staff on enhancements and content updates to the Economic Development section of the County of Simcoe website and social media as it relates to the RTDS.

6. Lead or support the creation of RTDS advertising, promotional, and marketing materials for use in print media, events, and responses related business and investment information requests.

7. Organize, implement and represent the County of Simcoe at meetings and special events related to RTDS within Simcoe County or Ontario as required.

8. Respond to inquiries about the RTDS and its programs, providing accurate and timely information to potential investors and clients, municipal partners, provincial agencies, and members of the public.

9. Meet with business owners and government representatives to promote the RTDS and present relevant opportunities. Prepare information packages, deliver presentations.

10. Analyze and monitor trends in the automotive and smart mobility sectors, identifying emerging opportunities and challenges. Provide insights and recommendations to the Economic Development Office to support informed decision‑making and strategic responses.

11. Prepare high‑quality written materials including proposals, business cases, research and analysis / position papers, briefing notes, project status updates, presentations, correspondence, and reports for Committees and Council, for both internal and external audiences.

12. Use CRM system and maintain records.

13. Identify, research, and manage funding and grant opportunities to support RTDS initiatives. This includes securing industry engagement and contributions required to achieve program deliverables.

14. Responsible for ongoing outreach with business community.

15. Comply with all applicable provincial and County occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures.

16. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

17. Perform other duties as assigned, including redeployment in emergency situations.

CORPORATE COMPETENCIES

Has knowledge of and demonstrated ability in our corporate competencies :

• Acts with the Customer in Mind
• Ensures Accountability
• Continuously Seeks to Improve Work Processes
• Collaborates
• Communicates with Impact
• Is Resilient

EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION

EXPERIENCE

EFFORT

WORKING CONDITIONS

Salary Grade Union Non Union

Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act (2001) and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.

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