Regional Development Officer (Operations & Policy Analyst 4)

State of Oregon

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

What if your work could impact and shape the future economic development for Oregon and its region? Step into a role where you lead strategic partnerships, guide communities and resources, and unlock opportunities that drive sustainable economic development. Business Oregon, the state’s economic development agency, is currently hiring a Regional Development Officer (Operations & Policy Analyst 4). This position collaborates extensively with local, regional, state, federal, and philanthropic partners to deliver resources and support to Oregon communities and businesses. Note: We are committed to fostering a supportive work environment that promotes work-life balance and flexibility. This is a hybrid position with the expectation of working in the Portland office approximately 2–3 days per week.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and five years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work OR Any combination of experience and education equivalent to eight years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing regional economic development strategies based on analysis of strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities.
• Experience in facilitating collaboration between public and private sectors (utilities, transportation, financial institutions, etc.).
• Advanced knowledge of and hands-on experience guiding public and private organizations through financial assistance programs, including state, federal, philanthropic, and private funding sources.
• Experience in developing and analyzing proposals for economic development and advising leadership on strategic options and projected outcomes.
• Experience representing an organization in complex, multi-agency meetings, regional commissions, and coordination with Governor’s Office staff.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate regional business retention, expansion, and recruitment.
• Support regional and state industry sector strategies
• Conduct company visits to build relationships, provide support, and track assistance/results.
• Develop partnerships with communities and align projects with regional strategies.
• Support business deals through negotiations and manage state commitments.
• Promote agency programs via presentations, events, and partner outreach.
• Collaborate with partners to develop projects leveraging grants/loans across funding agencies.
• Ensure applications meet program criteria and oversee contracts, disbursements, and monitoring.

Benefits

• Work/life balance, generous benefit package, 11 paid holidays a year, 3 paid personal days, flexible work schedules, paid leave, employer contribution retirement plan (PERS), and so much more.
• Planning for your future. Pension plan, and deferred compensation packages.
• Deepening employee engagement by connecting and building strong teams, using enhanced communications, transparency, mentoring, and coaching.
• Care for our people and culture. At Business Oregon, we value community and foster a sense of belonging for our employees. We invest in our employees’ well-being including training and professional development, addressing burnout and other efforts that contribute to healthy, whole employees.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level