Regional Project Manager

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!

We are the force that drives Georgia!
Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!
Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! 

Job Title:  

Agency:

Job Requisition ID:

Shift:

Compensation Details:

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.

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. Specific duties include:

• 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

Application Instructions:  To apply for this position, you will apply at Team Georgia Careers Home Page | Team Georgia Careers .   Preference will be given to applicants who meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications and those who are able to pass the qualifying questions:

• Are you at least 18 years of age?
• Do you have a valid driver’s license?
• Have you previously worked in state government?
• Are you a U.S. citizen and/or are you authorized to work in the United States?
• Do you understand that this is a remote based position with expectations you will be traveling in your region on average 3 days per week (more as needed)?

Applicants selected for hire will be subject to a background check, including a criminal history record check.  Depending on the position, the background check may include education verification, credit check, and driving record. Please note, if travel is required, the selected candidate will be required to pay travel expenses (hotel, meals, etc.) up front and will be reimbursed within one week of expense statement approval. If you do not have internet access or require an accommodation because of a disability, please contact GDEcD Human Resources at 404-962-4000 or email hr@georgia.org. No emails on application status please.

GDEcD is an Equal Opportunity Employe

Minimum Qualifications:

Equal Employment 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.