South Western Oklahoma Development Authority

10/16/2026

🚗 NOW HIRING: Mobility Navigator - Grady County Area
Are you passionate about helping people connect with transportation resources and services in their community? South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA) is seeking a Full-Time Mobility Navigator to support transportation coordination efforts across Caddo, Northern Comanche, Grady, and McClain Counties, with an office based in Chickasha.

✅ Build partnerships with community agencies
✅ Help identify transportation solutions for rural communities
✅ Maintain program data and prepare reports
✅ Respond to public inquiries and provide program information
✅ Present to community groups and organizations

Qualifications: • High School Diploma/GED plus 2 years of relevant experience, or an Associate Degree (Bachelor's preferred)
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent communication and public speaking abilities
• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

📅 Anticipated Start Date: December 1

📍 Office Location: Grady County

To view the full job description, visit www.swoda.org.
📧 Send your resume to: [email protected]
📬 Or mail to: SWODA, PO Box 569, Burns Flat, OK 73624

SWODA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About SWODA The South Western Oklahoma Development Authority (SWODA), headquartered in Burns Flat, was created in 1971 in a joint effort by municipalities, counties and districts in Beckham, Custer, Greer, Harmon, Jackson, Kiowa, Roger Mills and Wash*ta counties. From these governmental units and

10/14/2026

10/13/2026

🚀 Exciting things are happening in Southwest Oklahoma!

Aerospace is Oklahoma’s second-largest industry, generating $52.5 billion in annual economic activity. And Southwest Oklahoma has an important role to play in its continued growth.

SWODA is excited about the opportunities taking shape around the continued growth and development of the Infinity One Oklahoma Spaceport in Burns Flat. As part of Oklahoma’s Aerospace Triangle, connecting Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Burns Flat, our region is helping strengthen Oklahoma’s position in the aerospace and space industries.

Today marked another exciting step forward as Dawn Aerospace broke ground on its Mission Control & Operations Facility in Burns Flat.

We’re excited to see the momentum building right here in Southwest Oklahoma! 🚀
Town of Burns Flat, Oklahoma
Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics
Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority

Story about the Aerospace Impact: https://oklahoma.gov/aerospace/outreach-advocacy/newsroom/oklahoma-aerospace-and-defense-continues-to-soar-.html
Dawn's Partnership with Oklahoma. https://www.dawnaerospace.com/latest-news/spaceplane

10/08/2026

SWODA submitted six photos to the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) annual photo contest, showcasing the people, places, and projects in Southwest Oklahoma.
We've shared one of our entries below. If you'd like to support our region in the People's Choice competition, click on the original photo and give it a 👍. Every like counts as a vote.
"Breathing New Life into Downtown Old Harris Building"
Voting ends tomorrow. Thank you for supporting Southwest Oklahoma!

10/08/2026

SWODA submitted six photos to the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) annual photo contest, showcasing the people, places, and projects in Southwest Oklahoma.
We've shared one of our entries below. If you'd like to support our region in the People's Choice competition, click on the original photo and give it a 👍. Every like counts as a vote.
Voting ends tomorrow. Thank you for supporting Southwest Oklahoma! This photo was taken and submitted by Cassandra Holmes, showcasing our Mobile Recovery (MAT) Unit and our Patient Navigator, Susan Smith, as she provides wrap around Recovery Care in Southwestern Oklahoma.

10/08/2026

SWODA submitted six photos to the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) annual photo contest, showcasing the people, places, and projects in Southwest Oklahoma.
We've shared one of our entries below. If you'd like to support our region in the People's Choice competition, click on the original photo and give it a 👍. Every like counts as a vote.
Voting ends tomorrow. Thank you for supporting Southwest Oklahoma! This photo was submitted by Dena Craig, at the Momentum Conference in Norman, Oklahoma. The Substance Use Prevention Division attends this conference each year and also offers scholarships to coalition members in Southwestern Oklahoma who are working hard to make their communities a safer place. Even though some may call it work, we call it fun!

10/08/2026

SWODA submitted six photos to the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) annual photo contest, showcasing the people, places, and projects in Southwest Oklahoma.
We've shared one of our entries below. If you'd like to support our region in the People's Choice competition, click on the original photo and give it a 👍. Every like counts as a vote.
Here is the news story about the new airport Terminal in ELK CITY, OK.
https://www.kecofm.com/featured/elk-city-celebrates-opening-of-new-airport-hangar-and-terminal/
Voting ends tomorrow. Thank you for supporting Southwest Oklahoma!
City of Elk City Elk City Chamber Of Commerce

10/08/2026

SWODA submitted six photos to the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) annual photo contest, showcasing the people, places, and projects in Southwest Oklahoma.
We've shared one of our entries below. If you'd like to support our region in the People's Choice competition, click on the original photo and give it a 👍. Every like counts as a vote.
Voting ends tomorrow. Thank you for supporting Southwest Oklahoma! This photo was also taken by DeShawna Smyth in Hammon, Oklahoma, located in Roger Mills County, highlighting Southwestern Oklahoma's strong agricultural roots and how beautiful they can be.