Regional Project Manager

Economic Development, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Economic Development seeks a Regional Project Manager for Region 4 in Georgia. The role leads investment attraction, coordinates with regional partners, and manages multiple stakeholder projects across the assigned counties.

The candidate will require a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of related experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel 3 days per week. Exempt status and duties include broad liaison work with communities and state leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field AND three (3) years of professional experience in closely related field.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people and organizations
• Time management skills with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage complex tasks across multiple projects
• Proven record of success leading projects involving multiple stakeholders
• High proficiency with MS Office software (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• High level of ethical standards, discipline to self-start and work independently and remotely

Responsibilities

• Representing Georgia as the lead point of contact for companies considering expansion or new locations in the region
• Calling on community leaders to build value-added relationships
• Attending trade shows, conferences, and networking events to generate leads by developing strategic relationships with community, state, and consultant partners
• Forming and maintaining relationships with executive-level decision makers of existing and prospective companies
• Serving as the state’s first point of contact for communities, in regard to economic development efforts.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Project leadership

Good judgment

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Remote work ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economic Development, Marketing, International Affairs, Economics, Real Estate, or similar field

Job description

Job Title:

Regional Project Manager

Agency:

Economic Development, Department of Job Requisition ID: JR0000005558 Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$65,000 - $75,000 ANNUALLY

Job Description:

Georgia Department of Economic Development Position Announcement Title: Regional Project Manager, EIRR Salary: $65-$75K Commensurate with experience Division: Global Commerce Location: Region 4 Counties: Carroll, Heard, Coweta, Troup, Meriwether, Pike, Upson, Lamar, Butts, Spalding Requisition: JR0000005558 FLSA Status: Exempt The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) is the state’s sales and marketing arm. It is Georgia’s lead agency for attracting new business investment, encouraging the expansion of existing industry and small businesses, and locating new markets for Georgia products. As the state’s official destination marketing organization, it drives traveler visitation and promotes the state as a location for film, music and gaming projects. GDEcD is responsible for planning and mobilizing state resources for economic development, fostering innovation and the arts to drive opportunity from the mountains to the coast. The Global Commerce team seeks to increase jobs and investment through new locations and expansions, including small businesses. Global Commerce professionals include statewide and regional project teams, small business, and International Representatives in more than a dozen international markets that connect businesses to partners and resources across the state.

Specific Duties:

• Existing knowledge of the state’s incentive program, pro-business climate, community partnerships, and workforce;
• Representing Georgia as the lead point of contact for companies considering expansion or new locations in the region;
• Calling on community leaders to build value-added relationships;
• Attending trade shows, conferences, and networking events to generate leads by developing strategic relationships with community, state, and consultant partners;
• Forming and maintaining relationships with executive-level decision makers of existing and prospective companies;
• Serving as the state’s first point of contact for communities, in regard to economic development efforts.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Economic Development, Marketing, International Affairs, Economics, Real Estate, or similar field AND three (3) years of professional experience in closely related field.

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people and organizations
• Time management skills with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage complex tasks across multiple projects
• Proven record of success leading projects involving multiple stakeholders
• Good judgment
• High proficiency with MS Office software (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• High level of ethical standards, discipline to self-start and work independently and remotely

Must reside within the region (preferable), within 10 miles of the region currently, or be willing to relocate to the region (at personal expense)

Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel extensively during work days (3 days per week average) within the region and out of the region as needed

The ideal candidate must be a self-starter, able to thrive in a fast-paced, team environment, and be highly organized. He or she must also use good judgment; have the ability to understand the big picture and the logical order of projects; must be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously; must be able to adapt to change quickly.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four or more years of economic development experience within the region
• Experience with team structure, including individual and team goals, team building and team leadership skills
• Persuasive and informative public speaking skills
• Demonstrated ability to function as an integral member on a high performing team
• Travel Required? Yes, 3 days per week average, within the region
• Nights, Weekends Required? Yes, occasional

Location:

Region 4 – Counties: Carroll, Heard, Coweta, Troup, Meriwether, Pike, Upson, Lamar, Butts, Spalding

Work Schedule:

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Additional Information:

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.