Strategic Economic Development & Site Growth Manager

Hoosier Energy; Bloomington (IN); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoosier Energy in Bloomington, Indiana, seeks an experienced economic development professional to oversee and implement recruitment and site development programs in partnership with member REMCs/RECs. The role supports expanding the customer base, diversifying load, and reducing wholesale power costs while contributing to regional economic growth.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years in economic development, with strong communication, negotiation, and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Economics, Engineering or related area required.
• Minimum 5 years’ progressive economic development experience in community/industrial relations, communications or marketing.
• Strong communication, negotiation and project management skills.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and travel as needed.
• Must have a valid driver's license; passport may be required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Organize, control and coordinate economic development program activities with member system management and prospective businesses.
• Represent member sites in proposals; interact with officials, brokers, railroads and utilities in a competitive environment.
• Promote site development, infrastructure planning and financing with local partners.
• Research feasibility and development opportunities; stay updated on economic development techniques and tools.
• Provide training and consultative support to General Managers and staff for program objectives.

Skills

Communication

Professionalism

Problem solving

Organization

Customer orientation

Negotiation

Project management

Public speaking

Driver's license

Passport

Education

Bachelor's degree (Marketing, Economics, Engineering)

Job description

Hoosier Energy in Bloomington, Indiana, seeks an experienced economic development professional to oversee and implement recruitment and site development programs in partnership with member REMCs/RECs. The role supports expanding the customer base, diversifying load, and reducing wholesale power costs while contributing to regional economic growth.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 5 years in economic development, with strong communication, negotiation, and project management skills.