Regional Economic Development Manager

Public Service Co. of OK; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 116,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Tulsa, OK seeks an experienced Economic Development leader to guide business attraction and expansion efforts across the service territory.

You will build relationships with target companies, manage proposals for sites, and collaborate with Marketing, Community Affairs and other teams to drive investment and job creation. A Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in economic development is preferred; advanced degrees and certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in economics, engineering, finance, business administration or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of economic/business development experience.
• Or Associate's degree with 7+ years in economic/business development.
• Or high school diploma with 8+ years in economic/business development.
• Master's degree preferred.
• CEDP or similar certification preferred.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills; ability to build relationships and collaborate across entities.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identifies and manages business relationships with companies in target sector.
• Generate business leads and work to secure revenue producing investment in the AEP service territory.
• Serve as a resource to Company personnel involved in Marketing, Community Affairs or Economic Development areas.
• Manage and implement proposals for companies requesting building or sites in AEP territory.
• Support asset utilization and business development efforts.
• Assume other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company's Corporate Compliance Policy.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Oral and written communication

Relationship building

Economic development

Education

Bachelor's degree in economics, Engineering, Finance, Business Administration or related field

Associate's degree

High school diploma / GED

Master's degree

Certified Economic Development Professional designation or similar

Job description

American Electric Power in Tulsa, OK seeks an experienced Economic Development leader to guide business attraction and expansion efforts across the service territory.

You will build relationships with target companies, manage proposals for sites, and collaborate with Marketing, Community Affairs and other teams to drive investment and job creation. A Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in economic development is preferred; advanced degrees and certifications are a plus.