Regional Project Manager

Economic Development, Department of • Atlanta, GA

7d • Remote

About The Position

The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) is the state’s sales and marketing arm, responsible 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. The Regional Project Manager - Existing Industry and Regional Recruitment (EIRR) is responsible for business development efforts in the region. Projects are often large and complex. The successful candidate’s primary duty is to assist both existing Georgia companies considering expansion and prospective companies considering a future location in their region - to positively influence investment decisions in Georgia. Working in close partnership with state, local and other officials, the primary goal is the advancement of job creation and investment in the region. The successful candidate will spend most days traveling within the region, meeting with business and community leaders, building important working relationships with stakeholders throughout the region.

Requirements

• 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.
• Associate degree in marketing or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• Robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree