Project Manager, Economic Development, Southern Region

Indiana Economic Development Corporation; North Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Pension plan options

Education Reimbursement

Paid leave programs

Free parking for most positions

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation seeks a Project Manager to serve as the key regional representative for the Southern Indiana Region. You will manage IEDC projects, negotiate deals, and foster relationships with partners and stakeholders your region.

Responsibilities include visiting communities, assessing needs, and guiding applications for assistance programs while maintaining CRM data and supporting leadership on projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent business experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in economic development or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of core Indiana industries and government processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and negotiate expansion and business attraction projects for Southern Indiana.
• Build and maintain relationships with economic development partners.
• Visit local businesses and officials to assess needs and opportunities.
• Update CRM with project and client information.
• Lead regional partners in responding to company requests for proposals.
• Travel frequently within Southern Indiana and the state.

Skills

Negotiation

Public speaking

Relationship building

Time management

Travel readiness

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Google Chrome

Microsoft Office

Outlook

CRM databases

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

The Project Manager serves as the key Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) representative for select counties of the Southern Indiana Region. Responsible for management of IEDC projects within assigned areas of responsibility, with focus on negotiation of economic development deals taking place within assigned regions and fostering relationships with key partners and stakeholders.

The salary range for this position is $63,787 – $66,000, commensurate with education and work experience.

A Day in the Life:

• Manages and negotiates competitive expansion and business attraction projects as assigned with emphasis on attracting new companies, resulting in new job opportunities for Hoosiers;
• Builds and maintains relationships with economic development partners within the State and in particular within the Southern Indiana Region;
• Visits local businesses, local elected officials and development-related organizations to assess needs and identify opportunities for the IEDC and communicate requirements for assistance programs;
• Monitors activities within the assigned region and reports any items of interest/concern to IEDC leadership;
• Attend conferences, meetings and events concerning business development and related issues of economic development importance, particularly within Southern Indiana.
• Provide technical assistance to identify appropriate IEDC programs and complete the program applications for business attraction and expansion projects;
• Update the IEDC CRM database regularly with project and client related information;
• Provide general support to the Business Development leadership on projects as assigned

What You’ll Need for Success:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent business experience including, but not limited to, the following fields: Economic Development, Community Development, Urban Planning, Real Estate Sales and/or Development, Sales/Business Development, or any of the Core industries listed below.

Experience:

• Appropriate business background, in particular with an emphasis of business deal negotiation and economic development / site selection;
• Preferred: In addition to the educational requirement, 1-3 years of experience in economic development or a related field;
• Preferred: International Business Development experience.

Knowledge of:

• Core industries to the State of Indiana such as aerospace and defense, manufacturing, life sciences, logistics, information technology, microelectronics, mobility
• General government-agency programs and processes;
• Economic development processes, sales processes, and Program Management processes;
• Regional community and business development organizations, including local government officials, economic development leaders, business executives, non-profit and community development organizations;
• Regional business climate and state economic development laws and trends;
• Indiana government structure, including general local government knowledge.

Ability to:

• Identify the leverage of each side in a business deal via analysis of the overall context within which the deal is taking place;
• Negotiate on behalf of the State of Indiana complex business transactions, optimizing the outcome for Hoosier taxpayers;
• Lead state and local economic development partners in presenting unified responses to company requests for proposals;
• Planning site tours for prospective clients including transportation, dining, special events/entertainment, meetings, and follow up;
• Analyze and evaluate needs of businesses and communities and effectiveness of IEDC and other state, public and private sector services to meet those needs;
• Travel frequently within the Southern Indiana Region and within the State, and on a limited basis, on IEDC sponsored/sanctioned domestic sales trips;
• Communicate clearly and directly both orally and in writing, including public speaking and presentations;
• Maintain residency within Southern Indiana, or willingness to locate within region;
• Maintain confidentiality;
• Manage time effectively by being prepared and prompt;
• Manage multiple tasks and projects with attention to detail and organizational skills while prioritizing workload; effectively operate as a member of a team;
• Operate computers and other technology using various suites of hardware and software, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Office, Outlook, CRM Databases, Adobe Acrobat and other relevant platforms and programs;
• Exercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with the public;

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
• 160 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
• Up to 16 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 192 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail].