Project Manager - Development Authority of Bryan County

Southern Economic Development Council.; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Development Authority of Bryan County (DABC) seeks a Project Manager to support existing industry programs, assist with prospect visits, and maintain project plans and budgets. The role includes coordinating with stakeholders, producing marketing materials, and assisting with fiscal analyses.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in business or economic development-related fields, strong Microsoft Office skills, and a valid driver’s license, with compensation commensurate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (with an emphasis in Business Administration, Marketing, or Economic Development or similar is preferred).
• Candidates with experience in project management, economic development, and/or workforce development are preferred.
• Microsoft Office proficiency is required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License or be able to secure same within 45 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Support DABC's existing industry program, including outreach and visits to industries and quarterly check-in calls.
• Assist with prospect visits, prepare prospect packets and marketing materials, and attend meetings as needed.
• Maintain project plans, databases, schedules and budgets; assist with fiscal analysis of projects.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or Economic Development

Job description

Project Manager - Development Authority of Bryan County

Duties & Responsibilities

Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out, but may be considered incidental in the performance of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties herein described.

The job will include performing duties essential to the operational success of the DABC, including, but not limited to, the items below:

Support DABC's existing industry program to include but not be limited to:

• Conduct ongoing outreach and visitation programs of all existing industries to include at least quarterly check-in calls and an annual face-to-face survey meeting.
• Connect key industry contacts to appropriate workforce resources to help industries meet hiring and retention needs.
• Assist the CEO and facilitate workforce development programs that extend to military transition programs, Bryan County Schools, industry alignment programs, and other programs that support the underrepresented groups, among others.
• Support with coordination of existing industry events that include but are not limited to industry tours, career fairs, quarterly employer forums, soft skills and leadership training, among other programs.
• Coordinate with DABC marketing team to share news, press releases, industry highlight articles, photos, milestones and information regarding existing industries and schools on social media.
• Maintain an accurate database of existing industry, current utility, transportation, industrial market, and other relevant contact information and data.

Contribute to oversight of DABC's future (prospect) industry program to include but not be limited to:

• Assist with prospect visits to include ensuring that properties being shown are clean and presentable before visits, setting up and breaking down equipment for on-site visits, assisting with the compilation of prospect packets and other marketing materials, including presentations, and attending meetings as needed.
• Support with the completion of project requests for information (RFI’s).
• Maintain and monitor project plans, databases, project schedules and budgets.
• Assist with conducting fiscal analysis of projects using software and training provided by DABC.

Assist with oversight of DABC's administrative efforts to include but not be limited to:

• Assist with preparation for meetings, presentations and attend when necessary.
• Support with applications for and administration of grants.
• Work with the CEO to ensure all information on the DABC website is up-to-date and correct.
• Attend board meetings and other DABC functions as requested by the CEO. Work with other staff to ensure all reports/attachments are prepared for board meetings and functions as necessary.
• Inform the CEO of work progress and conflicts of all activities and projects, accordingly and routinely.

Develop and maintain professional relationships with various DABC partners, including but not limited to the Georgia Department of Labor, Georgia Department of Economic Development, Regional Industry Support Enterprise (RISE), other local Development Authorities and Chambers, technical colleges and universities, Ft. Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield soldier transition offices, site selection consultants, and industrial real-estate brokers among others.

• There are several non-negotiables when it comes to being a teammate of the DABC. All team members are expected to be punctual, have a great attitude and be ready to make a difference every day. Attendance is not optional.
• Humility and a servant’s heart are paramount to leading with communication and by example and with conviction. The Project Manager is expected to be self-motivated and have an ambitious work effort.
• Work as a team player with other staff members. Professional behavior is expected in the workplace and at all work‑related functions.
• Being able to work under tight deadlines and produce work drafts at times with little direction from the CEO to provide draft work products for review and revision is critical.
• Maintain confidentiality of privileged information at all times.
• Must abide by the adopted personnel policy.
• Position may occasionally require overnight travel, as well as after‑hours (outside of Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM) participation in meetings and events.
• Project Manager shall be expected to perform other duties within reason and appropriate boundaries as instructed by the CEO.

This position will be effective upon hire and will consist of a 12‑month probationary period. A review will be administered annually. Pay increases are discretionary and will be contingent upon satisfactory work and subject to budget approval and constraints.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree required (with an emphasis in Business Administration, Marketing, or Economic Development or similar is preferred). Candidates with experience in project management, economic development, and/or workforce development are preferred. Microsoft Office proficiency is required. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License or be able to secure same within 45 days of employment. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and is a competitive package.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to operate a variety of automated office equipment, including telephone, computer, printer, calculator, copy and facsimile machines, shredder, postage meter, and transcriber. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work and ability to view location for industry.

DATA COMPREHENSION: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things, which may include manuals, blueprints, plans, drawings, plats, deeds, records, forms, and reports.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to speak with and/or signal people to convey or exchange technical and management information, including giving assignments and/or direction to co‑workers or assistants, as well as communicating with elected officials and the general public.

LANGUAGE ABILITY: Requires ability to read a variety of construction and engineering‑related documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures. Requires the ability to write and complete reports and forms with proper format, punctuation, and spelling and grammar using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and well‑modulated voice.

INTELLIGENCE: Requires the ability to learn and understand relatively complex construction and engineering‑related principles and techniques; to understand department policies and procedures; to make independent judgments in absence of supervision; and to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.

VERBAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow verbal and written instructions.

NUMERICAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas, add and subtract, multiply and divide totals, calculate decimals and percentages, interpret graphs, and determine time and weight.

FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to visually inspect items for proper length, width, and shape using job‑related equipment, which may include level and transit, measuring wheel, and ruler.

MOTOR COORDINATION: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes using automated office equipment, recording equipment, and to operate motor vehicles.

MANUAL DEXTERITY: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, automated office equipment and recording equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting motion or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

COLOR DIFFERENTIATION: Requires the ability to discern color.

INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT: Requires the ability to deal with and relate to people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be able to adapt to and perform under considerable stress when confronted with an emergency.

PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION: May require the ability to talk, express, or exchange ideas by means of spoken words and/or hear and perceive nature of sounds by ear.