History of the East Central Regional Development Commission
The East Central Regional Development Commission was organized by petition of local units of government in 1973. Formation of regional development commissions – RDCs – is authorized under the Regional Development Act of 1969. An updated Regional Development Act was passed in 1997 by the Minnesota Legislature. There are 13 development regions in Minnesota.
Mission of the East Central Regional Development Commission
The East Central Regional Development Commission’s mission is to provide leadership and direction through problem solving. We do this by initiating projects and programs that lead to create solutions to regional problems, by providing technical assistance and by identifying and developing available resources. Our mission is to provide a leadership role as an advocate for East Central Minnesota to bring about positive change.
Employment Opportunities
Job Title: Executive Director
Location: East Central Regional Development Commission
Salary Range: $94,523 to $119,738
Closing date/Apply by: November 10, 2025
Search Categories – Administration, Community Development, Economic Development, Transportation, Supervision, Planning and Development.
The East Central Regional Development Commission seeks an Executive Director. Position is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing policies and programs of the Commission. Minimum job requirements include Bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, or related field of study (Master’s Degree preferred), and six years of experience in planning, community development, economic development, transportation planning, staff supervision or similar; Master’s degree in a related field of study may substitute for years of experience. To apply, complete the ECRDC Job Application (below) and send it with your cover letter and resume to ecrdc@ecrdc.org no later than November 10, 2025.
Executive Director Description
ECRDC Job Application (Word format)
ECRDC Job Application (PDF format)
ECRDC Title IV Civil Rights Information
Native American Tribal Representative Sought
When a vacancy exists, notice will be sent to the Chief Executive of the tribe and any interested Native American residing in the development region or within the boundaries of a reservation served by the ECRDC.
Pine County Municipalities Representative Sought
Municipal Representatives – when a vacancy exists, each mayor or councilperson will have at least thirty (30) days in which to nominate a mayor or councilperson to represent all of the municipalities in that The mayors of each municipality shall select from the nominees the municipal representative by the vote of a majority of the mayors actually voting on the issue under such circumstances as are verified to the Commission that all mayors have notice of and an opportunity to vote on the decision either by mail or a special meeting. In the event there is a tie after ballots have been received a second ballot will be mailed out. In the event that the second ballot ends in a tie, a coin toss will determine the outcome.
Contact Information
Contact Us:
100 Park St. S., Mora, MN 55051
Phone: (320) 679-4065
Email: ecrdc@ecrdc.org
ECRDC Board Meeting Dates
| Dates | Times | Locations |
| October 27, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. | ECRDC Office |
| December 22, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. | ECRDC Office |
| February 23, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. | ECRDC Office |
| April 27, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. | ECRDC Office |
| June 22, 2026 | 5:30 p.m. | TBD |
| August 24, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. | ECRDC Office |
| October 26, 2026 | 7:00 p.m. | ECRDC Office |
