Economic Development Consultant II

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of the Business and Trade Development Team, your mission will be to strengthen the economy of Nebraska. The Business and Trade Development team works to recruit investment into the state and to promote Nebraska exports around the globe. Teammates will focus on promoting exports of Nebraska's agricultural products overseas and helping Nebraska businesses to grow in the state.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline related to the work assigned and two years of related experience.
Experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.
Must be able to present a valid driver’s license or another form of reliable transportation.
Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, economics, community or regional planning, or a related degree.
International experience.
An understanding of production agriculture and the needs of Nebraska's farmers and ranchers.
Ability to work closely with and organize events for officials and elected leaders.

Responsibilities

Work with agricultural cooperator groups to promote Nebraska-grown products throughout the world.
Arrange promotional trips for Nebraska agricultural products.
Assist with trade missions, both outgoing and incoming, by scheduling meetings, receptions, and negotiation with foreign agencies.
Provides follow-up responses to inquirers and visiting prospects.
Identify prospects, develop leads, place outbound calls, and successfully close negotiations with targeted businesses for relocation or expansion in Nebraska.
Prepare presentations for business prospects on Nebraska incentives and advantages to operating a business in Nebraska.
Respond to requests for information and/or proposals and assist communities in responding to requests for proposals.
Act as a resource for business leads developed during marketing and prospecting for the state.
Coordinate with the US embassy system and federal departments to promote US products in foreign markets.
Host inbound trade missions to the state.
Work with officials and elected leaders to promote Nebraska.
Work contacts include Fortune 500 C-suite, Entrepreneurs, Site Selection Consultants, foreign consulates, researchers, developers, elected officials, City and county officials, non-profit groups.
Other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.

Benefits

13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
Military leave
156% state-matched retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Fun, inviting teammates
A safe and secure environment