Careers
Join Our Team!
At the Northwest Arkansas Economic Development District (NWAEDD), we believe in building stronger communities through collaboration, innovation, and service. Our work spans across economic development, workforce training, community programs, and regional planning — all designed to create meaningful impact in the lives of Arkansans.
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When you join NWAEDD, you’re not just starting a job — you’re joining a team that’s passionate about making Northwest Arkansas a better place to live, work, and grow. We value integrity, teamwork, and a shared commitment to public service.
Current Openings
Explore our available positions below to find the right fit for your skills and passion. Each role plays an important part in fulfilling our mission to serve the communities of Northwest Arkansas.
If you’re ready to make a difference — we’d love to have you on our team.
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Job Title: DFC (Drug Free Communities) Coordinator
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This job typically reports to the Northwest Arkansas Economic Development District, Inc. (NWAEDD) Deputy Director.
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This position is classified as Exempt as stated in the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The DFC Coordinator provides high-level strategic management, compliance oversight, and fiscal administration and coordination for the DFC Grant. This role focuses on implementing the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF), budget management, performance monitoring, and ensuring the coalition adheres to all regulatory agency guidelines. The DFC Coordinator provides daily operations and leads systemic training initiatives for coalition members.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Grant & Compliance Management: Manage and ensure comprehensive implementation and quality control of the DFC Grants. Maintain strict adherence to all grant reporting policies and regulatory requirements.
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Fiscal Oversight: Assist the Finance Committee in developing and meeting the annual coalition budget; ensure revenue and expenses stay within the Board-approved parameters. Provide overall fiscal management and reporting support.
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Strategic Planning & SPF Implementation: Embed the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) into coalition activities and marketing strategies. Participate in strategic planning, steering committees, prevention meetings, town halls, and national conferences to optimize coalition visibility.
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Training: Train coalition members in environmental change strategies, team dynamics, problem resolution, and coalition responsibilities.
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Sustainability & Growth: Research alternative community opportunities and execute growth actions to advance the coalition’s mission. Assist in meeting planning and empower member recruitment efforts.
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Data: Maintain data collection, analysis, and dissemination.
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Education: Manage educational opportunities with schools, places of worship, and youth serving organizations.
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Website: Manage and maintain website. With communications and social media activities of the coalition.
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Marketing: Manage and maintain branding of the coalition, coordinating purchases and marketing materials.
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Travel: Minimum travel locally.
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REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
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Communication: Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written skills, including public speaking and presentation abilities.
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Technical Knowledge: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point) and a proficient knowledge of HIPAA regulations. Use of NWAEDD software for financial operation, and any other software/hardware as necessary.
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Project Management: Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, meet strict deadlines, and exercise independent judgment.
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Regulatory Compliance: Ability to read and interpret technical procedures, professional journals, and governmental regulations.
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Certifications: Willingness to obtain appropriate certifications and attend evening meetings or travel as required.
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EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university; or related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
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REASONING ABILITIES:
High Skills: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled form.
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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Candidates must meet the requirements of the full job description throughout the duration of employment with NWAEDD.
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Annual Salary $50,000
Full benefits package including:
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Medical
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Dental
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Vision
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Company paid life policy
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PTO
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401k matching 7%
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Additional coverages available.
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Interested candidates should submit their resume to Shana King, HR Director, sking@nwaedd.org.
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NWAEDD will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of age, color, sex, (including sexual orientation and gender identity) disability, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions) national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
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