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As part of the Economic Development division, the Economic Development and Agricultural Officer leads the development and implementation of workplans, programs, strategies and initiatives focused on supporting and growing a thriving local agricultural and food and beverage sector and rural economy. Providing agri-sector expertise, the Officer supports the Halton Hills Agricultural Roundtable in the development and implementation of its workplan through collaboration with agri-business, including farmers, supply-chain industries, government agencies, and other stakeholders. The position contributes to broader economic development objectives through the implementation and support of the Town’s Economic Development Strategy, Business Retention and Expansion Program, Investment Attraction, Business Concierge Program, Community Improvement Plan and other projects focused on creating a Thriving Economy.

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This position contributes to positioning Halton Hills as a prime location to live, work, play and invest.

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Accountabilities:

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Agricultural Sector Leadership

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- nCoordinates the Halton Hills Agricultural Roundtable as project manager, supporting workplan development and implementation, meeting coordination, and stakeholder engagement.

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- nBuilds and maintains up-to-date knowledge of the agri-business sector, including local data collection, analysis and reporting; agricultural practices, food and beverage systems, sector analysis, industry trends and best practices.

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- nActs as the primary liaison between the Town and the agricultural community, providing direct support, fostering solid relationships, and identifying issues, barriers, solutions and opportunities.

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- nProvides subject matter expertise and policy review and analysis on municipal and external policies impacting rural and agri-business operations.

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- nRepresents the Town on internal and external committees related to agriculture, food systems, and rural economic development, including the Golden Horseshoe Food and Farming Alliance and the Ontario Food Cluster.

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- nBuilds and maintains collaborative relationships with regional, provincial, and federal partners, industry organizations, and post-secondary institutions.

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- nCollects, analyzes, updates, and publishes local and regional agriculture and food and beverage sector data, including supply chains, employment, land use, and economic development indicators, including the development of sector profiles, performance measures, and key indicators to support program development, investment attraction, and promotional materials.

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- nDevelops and hosts events and workshops that support the long-term economic viability of agriculture.

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- nParticipates as a subject matter expert on internal and external committees and projects that include consideration of agricultural matters.

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- nPrepares professional advice, briefing materials, reports, and presentations related to agricultural initiatives for the Manager, Senior Management Team, Council, Agricultural Roundtable, and others, as required.

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Business Services & Supports:

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- nAdvances a thriving economy by supporting the Business Retention and Expansion (BR+E) and Corporate Calling programs, including engagement with agricultural and rural businesses to identify sector growth opportunities, operational challenges, and solutions.

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- nAssists with the implementation of the Business Concierge program, providing tailored, coordinated and customer-focused support to agricultural and major agri-business and food and beverage investors navigating municipal processes and approvals.

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- nMaintains the Economic Development and Investment Management System with accurate records and updates, ensuring consistent tracking of business interactions and follow-up activities.

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- nContributes to domestic and international investment attraction efforts, particularly focused on the agri-business and food and beverage sectors.

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- nCoordinates and assists with the implementation and marketing of programs through the Community Improvement Plan (CIP), including on-farm diversification and agri-tourism incentives.

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- nLeads the development and implementation of the annual Business Conditions Survey, including survey design, promotion, data collection, analysis, reporting, and business follow-up.

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- nPlans and delivers networking events, workshops, and marketing initiatives that support business attraction, retention, and growth across target sectors.

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- nSupports marketing efforts, including preparing reports, infographics, newsletters, and presentations to share data insights and promote Town programs to businesses, stakeholders, and the public.

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Strategy and Proje

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📌 Economic Development & Agricultural Officer (202631) (Halton Hills)
🏢 Town of Halton Hills
📍 Halton Hills