SGBEXP - Project Manager, Northern Region

Project Manager, Northern Region

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

Role Overview :

Project Manager serves as the key Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) representative for select counties of the Northern Indiana Region. Responsible for management of IEDC projects within assigned areas of responsibility, with focus on negotiation of economic development deals taking place within assigned regions and fostering relationships with key partners and stakeholders. This position has flexibility in office location to be within Northern Indiana.

Salary Statement :

The salary range for this position is 63,787 - 65,000 annually.

A Day in the Life :

Manages and negotiates competitive expansion and business attraction projects as assigned with emphasis on attracting new companies, resulting in new job opportunities for Hoosiers

Builds and maintains relationships with economic development partners within the State and in particular within the Northern Indiana Region

Visits local businesses, local elected officials and development-related organizations to assess needs and identify opportunities for the IEDC and communicate requirements for assistance programs

Monitors activities within the assigned region and reports any items of interest / concern to IEDC leadership

Attends conferences, meetings and events concerning business development and related issues of economic development importance, particularly within Northern Indiana

Provides technical assistance to identify appropriate IEDC programs and complete the program applications for business attraction and expansion projects

Updates the IEDC CRM database regularly with project and client related information

Provides general support to the Business Development leadership on projects as assigned

What You'll Need for Success :

Education :

Bachelor's degree or equivalent business experience including, but not limited to, the following fields : Economic Development, Community Development, Urban Planning, Real Estate Sales and / or Development, Sales / Business Development, or any of the Core industries listed below

Experience :

Appropriate business background, in particular with an emphasis of business deal negotiation and economic development / site selection

Preferred : In addition to the educational requirement, 1-3 years of experience in economic development or a related field

Preferred : International Business Development experience

Knowledge of :

Core industries to the State of Indiana such as aerospace and defense, manufacturing, life sciences, logistics, information technology, microelectronics, mobility

General government-agency programs and processes

Economic development processes, sales processes, and Program Management processes

Regional community and business development organizations, including local government officials, economic development leaders, business executives, non-profit and community development organizations

Regional business climate and state economic development laws and trends

Indiana government structure, including general local government knowledge

Ability to :

Identify the leverage of each side in a business deal via analysis of the overall @context within which the deal is taking place

Negotiate on behalf of the State of Indiana complex business transactions, optimizing the outcome for Hoosier taxpayers

Lead state and local economic development partners in presenting unified responses to company requests for proposals

Plan site tours for prospective clients including transportation, dining, special events / entertainment, meetings, and follow up

Analyze and evaluate needs of businesses and communities and effectiveness of IEDC and other state, public and private sector services to meet those needs

Travel frequently within the Northern Indiana Region and within the State, and on a limited basis, on IEDC sponsored / sanctioned domestic sales trips

Communicate clearly and directly both orally and in writing, including public speaking and presentations

Maintain residency within Northern Indiana, or willingness to locate within region

Maintain confidentiality

Manage time effectively by being prepared and prompt

Manage multiple tasks and projects with attention to detail and organizational skills while prioritizing workload; effectively operate as a member of a team

Operate computers and other technology using various suites of hardware and software, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Office, Outlook, CRM Databases, Adobe Acrobat and other relevant platforms and programs

Exercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with the public

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana :

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes :

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

Wellness Rewards Program : Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to :

160 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

Up to 16 hours of paid community service leave

Combined 192 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

Education Reimbursement Program

Group life insurance

Referral Bonus program

Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Free Parking for most positions

Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity :

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.