Operation Oswego County's mission is to establish and implement sound economic development strategies in order to enhance the economic vitality of Oswego County's businesses, industries and citizens leading to an overall better quality of life.

Key to our mission is the creation and retention of job opportunities, diversification and strengthening of our economic base, and developing the local economy in a planned, organized and environmentally friendly atmosphere.

Since 1953, Operation Oswego County has delivered more than $3.2 billion in investments and created or retained 20,301 jobs.

OOC is governed by a volunteer, 30-member Board of Directors comprised of local business and community leaders who strive for economic growth policies which result in project development.

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OOC staff consists of 6 full-time employees. While assignments vary on a day-to-day basis depending on prospect activity, the primary responsibilities for each employee are:

Executive Director: L. Michael Treadwell, CEcD-- represents county economic development at regional, state and federal levels; prepares all contracts and budgets; CEO of the County of Oswego IDA; responsible for business outreach/prospect development/deal closings.

Business Finance Director: David Dano--assists with financial underwriting for loan applicants, assists with packaging SBA loans, monitors loans with OOC, the County of Oswego IDA and SBA, works as liaison to the banking community; CFO of the County of Oswego IDA.

Marketing and Development Manager (see job posting): develops marketing strategies and implements agency's marketing plan; develops and implements annual fund drive efforts.

Economic Development Specialist: Austin Wheelock--assists with providing technical support for economic development projects; assists with the necessary research regarding sites, buildings, parks, including engineering studies, RFP responses and zoning related issues; oversees OOC and IDA properties and buildings.

Administrative Coordinator: Teresa Woolson--responsible for OOC and IDA record keeping and reporting; acts as recording secretary for OOC board meetings; oversees OOC and IDA loan portfolio; provides administrative support for SBA 504 program.

Administrative Secretary: Karen Perwitz--responsible for reception; assists with record keeping and clerical activities for all staff; assists with business outreach initiatives.

OOC Job posting:

Marketing & Development Manager

Operation Oswego County, Inc., a not-for-profit economic development organization, is seeking a full-time Marketing & Development Manager to manage marketing and communications activities, as well as all fundraising initiatives for the organization.  Operation Oswego County is a full service economic development organization that has been in business since 1953.

Qualifications for this position include a Master’s Degree in a related field or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and a minimum of four years’ experience in marketing, promotion, communications and/or fundraising activities.  The candidate should have a strong emphasis in writing and web site development/electronic communications.

The annual salary range is $40 to $50K, commensurate with experience, plus a competitive benefit package.  Starting date is negotiable.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume with a list of professional references to:

Search Committee
Operation Oswego County, Inc.
44 West Bridge St.
Oswego, NY  13126

Please note that this search remains open until the position is filled.

Operation Oswego County, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.