University of Minnesota Extension is seeking a Community Economics educator who will work with Central Minnesota communities on economic development opportunities. The detailed posting for the job, to be based in Brainerd, is found online at https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=107835. (Paste web address into browser if link does not lead to posting.)

Extension’s Community Economics educators use applied research and research-informed programs and strategies to help communities make decisions that strengthen the vitality of their local economies. Community economics programs offer educational opportunities and assistance for communities in such areas as retail analysis and development, tourism, business retention and expansion, economic impact analysis and public finance. Candidates need a master’s degree and two years of related work experience.