301 Economic Development jobs in the United States
Economic Development Manager
Posted 15 days ago
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New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America, Remote (US)Job Description:
We are searching for the best talent to join our team as the Economic Development Manager for Worldwide Government Affairs & Policy at Johnson & Johnson. The preferred location is our New Brunswick, NJ office location; remote work options may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the Company.
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Purpose: This role will lead and handle research, analysis and planning to support global economic development and workforce development initiatives for both Innovative Medicine and MedTech portfolios. The manager will be an integral partner to a cross-functional team to support company growth in various markets to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.
Responsibilities:
Capture and analyze economic and geopolitical data to develop country environmental scans to assess market potential for new investment. Develop model comparisons between contending markets & locations.
Research government incentive program eligibility and requirements for applicability to new project investment.
Gather and analyze investment and employment related data to model government incentive savings for economic development projects. Draft applications through cross-functional collaboration with internal organizations including strategy, real estate, construction, legal, human resources, finance, communications, government affairs and tax. Handle incentive negotiation and government approvals.
Develop deliverables including, but not limited to, presentations, reports, and summaries with the support of the internal project team.
Support the Government Incentives Committee review and governance to ensure alignment across the enterprise in the various functions.
Maintain and optimize the global incentives database for compliance and reporting obligations aligned with global technical accounting standards.
Supervise legislation and policy affecting economic development and workforce development to support company growth.
Maintain a global project tracker and develop a dashboard with critical metrics.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in economics, business, public administration, finance, political science, or a related field. JD/LLM preferred.
Experience: 5+ years of experience in state and local taxes, public policy, political science, economic development, finance or other corporate compliance related subject area.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Strong attention to detail/accuracy and organizational skills.
Flexible/Adaptable. Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of economic development principles and practices.
Familiarity in researching laws, regulations, and policies.
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
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$100,000 to $172,500 USD.Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave – 10 days Volunteer Leave – 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours Additional information can be found through the link below.Director of Economic Development
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Are you passionate about bringing your client's vision for their project to life through a design/build construction process? Do you want to be part of a team that is obsessed with providing the best possible construction experience to those clients? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an exciting, long-term career opportunity for you. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies!
We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of Economic Development to partner with local, county, and state economic development organizations across Ohio. This pivotal role involves building relationships with communities across the state, fostering local economic growth and investment, and identifying and cultivating new business opportunities. Join us in shaping the future of this exciting market!
**WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU**
We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.
+ Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
+ Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
+ Traditional and Roth 401k
+ Tuition reimbursement for associates
+ Scholarship for associates' children up to $28,000 per child
+ 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
+ 15 business days of PTO+8 paid holidays+1 floating day
+ 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
+ Family Planning support
+ 12 weeks of paid Maternity leave
+ Medical, dental, and vision insurance
At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country - constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.
**A DAY IN THE LIFE**
+ **Strategic Partnerships** : Cultivate with state, county, and local governments, and business recruitment organizations to promote economic growth. Build trusted, consultative, mutually-beneficial relationships with state and local economic development agencies.
+ **Market Expansion** : Identify and evaluate new business opportunities. Learn the strengths of the local communities in Ohio and combine that knowledge with ADB expertise to provide target new growth opportunities, customers, and industries.
+ **Sales Leadership** : Develop and execute creative sales strategies to meet revenue goals.
+ **Industry Expertise** : Stay ahead of trends in manufacturing such as automation, robotics, and demand drivers.
+ **Location Expertise** : Grow expertise in local industrial sites, incentive structures, permitting, and real estate.
+ **Consultative Selling** : Developing and implement strategies using ARCO's differentiated expertise to improve business retention, attraction, and expansion.
+ **Team Collaboration** : Work closely with internal teams to align business and economic development strategies with our design-build capabilities and project execution goals.
+ **Teaching skills** : Understand our customer's business and be able to teach for differentiation, offering perspectives the customer hasn't considered.
+ **Tailoring Abilities** : Tailor your messaging to resonate with individual customer needs, addressing their specific pain points and value drivers.
+ **Taking Control** : Lead conversations, discussing sensitive topics like pricing, and creating constructive tension to push customers toward new ways of thinking
+ **Critical Thinking and Research** : Evaluate customer needs, identify economic drivers, and craft compelling solutions.
+ **Communication Skills** : Display clear, assertive, and respectful communication to steering conversations and convince customers while maintaining professionalism.
+ **Resilience and Courage** : Debate ideas, pushing customers out of their comfort zones, and maintaining control of complex sales processes involving multiple stakeholders
**NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS**
+ Over 10 years of extensive experience in sales/business development and/or economic development (business development/business recruitment), specifically focused in the state of Ohio.
+ Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Economic Development or a related field.
+ Certifications (Preferred): Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) or American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
+ Experience working in public or private sectors involving economic development, business management, or urban planning
+ Expertise in economic development principles, market analysis, and strategic planning.
+ Proficiency in negotiation, mediation, and facilitation techniques.
+ Familiarity with laws related to zoning, real estate, and growth management
+ Strong understanding of manufacturing, energy-efficient systems, and emerging technologies like AI for supply chain optimization.
+ Proven ability to identify opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and execute growth strategies.
+ Well-prepared and confident in asking the right questions to understand customer needs at each stage of their buying journey, empowering them to move confidently toward a sale.
+ Demonstrated history of successfully securing and managing transformative, large-scale projects.
+ Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
+ Ability to analyze market trends and translate insights into actionable strategies.
+ Proficient in CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce), data analysis, and presentation software such as Excel and PowerPoint.
**MAKE YOUR MOVE**
We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 6,300 design-build projects across 48 states and 48 major cities nationwide. We ranked #4 out of the top 100 design-build companies in the U.S. and #17 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2024. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person that can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is, "Yes!" we look forward to meeting you.
_ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO's Human Resource team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers_
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Senior Policy Analyst - Economic Development
Posted 16 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Conduct rigorous quantitative and qualitative research on economic development issues, including workforce development, small business growth, and regional competitiveness.
- Analyze economic data using statistical software (e.g., Stata, R, Python) and develop insightful findings.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of existing economic development policies and programs.
- Develop data-driven policy recommendations and present them to diverse audiences, including government officials, industry leaders, and community groups.
- Author high-quality reports, policy briefs, white papers, and presentations.
- Engage in stakeholder outreach and facilitate discussions on policy development and implementation.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to economic policy.
- Collaborate with internal research teams and external partners on joint projects.
- Contribute to proposal development for new research initiatives and funding opportunities.
- Stay abreast of best practices and emerging trends in economic development research and policy.
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Economics, Public Policy, Urban Planning, or a related field.
- A minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience in policy analysis, economic research, or a related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in quantitative research methods and statistical analysis software.
- Strong understanding of economic development theories, strategies, and policy levers.
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional writing, presentation, and communication skills.
- Experience working within or closely with government agencies or non-profit organizations is a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in data visualization tools is desirable.
Principal Development Specialist - Economic Development
Posted 16 days ago
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In this role, the Principal Development Specialist will play a key part in fostering positive relationships between the County and the public, as well as with various stakeholders, including Chambers, Cities, State and Federal partners, small business organizations, educational institutions, and other local and regional economic development organizations. RIVCO ED collaborates to foster a business-friendly atmosphere to cultivate thriving communities and economic vitality, elevating quality of life, promoting private sector investment and propelling regional economic growth, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the County of Riverside. The successful candidate will help promote the County's objectives by developing messaging, identifying target audiences, and creating strategies to effectively engage journalists, bloggers, investors, and the public in support of Riverside County's economic goals.
In addition to these responsibilities, the Principal Development Specialist will oversee various programs and budgets, represent the County on local boards, groups, and committees and serve as the Center Director of the Coachella Valley Small Business Development Center (CVSBDC) and oversee this program hosted by RIVCO ED. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in economic development, including business retention and attraction strategies, small business development, facilitating site selection, the permitting process, and navigating entitlements, budgeting, management of 3 RIVCO ED staff members and 7 CVSBDC consultants. This role also requires the ability to market the County to potential developers, retailers, and other investors, advancing Riverside County's economic development goals.
Key Qualifications:
- Comprehensive understanding of legal requirements regarding revolving loan funds (RFL).
- Confidence in communication and presentation, with strong writing skills for marketing campaigns for small businesses.
- Excellent organizational, program management, and time management abilities.
- Experience within grant administration and application processes.
- Proven experience in economic development, including working with the Board of Supervisors (BOS), business retention, attraction, and facilitating development processes and small business development.
- Strong knowledge U.S Economic Development Administration (USEDA) or California Economic Development (CalED) grants.
Required:
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Applicants must have three years of full-time working experience within grant management for economic development programs within a public sector or government agency.
Meet The Team!
The Riverside County Office of Economic Development's mission is to elevate the economic position of the county and foster economic vitality, encourage business growth, build a positive business climate, preserve and enhance neighborhoods, improve the quality of life, provide and promote cultural and learning opportunities for all.
jfc: • Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate, directly or through subordinate supervisors, the administrative and operational activities of a major program function, department unit, or department projects in geographical regions.
• Participate in the development and review of department policies and goals, particularly as they affect the incumbent's assigned division/unit.
• Analyze, interpret and explain laws, statutes, ordinances, and procedures to subordinate staff and large committees of officials and public; lead, participate and/or represent the department in state and/ or County-wide activities and programs.
• Review and evaluate existing programs for overall effectiveness and efficiency in meeting division/unit goals and initiating action for operational improvements as necessary; direct administrative, organizational and governmental financial systems and programs.
• Assist in the preparation of the department budget by compiling and analyzing data on staffing, support resources and program needs within the assigned division/unit.
• Assume responsibility for a variety of personnel activities including performance evaluations, training, selection, and disciplinary actions.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures for use by staff; establish and maintain working relationships with federal, state and local agencies, County departments, community groups, and private-sector businesses and developers.
• Negotiate, administer and monitor contracts and agreements; write Requests for Proposals and Quotes, reports and correspondence.
• Provide technical advice to businesses and developers, County departments and staff. OPTION I
Experience: Two years as a Supervising Development Specialist with the County of Riverside.
OPTION II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, which included 30 semester or 45 quarter units of coursework preferably in business or public administration, behavioral science, social science, political science, public policy, urban studies, education, marketing, economics, environmental sciences, geography, or a job-related field similar to that utilized within the County of Riverside Office of Economic Development, Department of Housing & Workforce Solutions, or Facilities Management Department. (Additional professional, technical, or senior clerical experience in a job-related field similar to that utilized within the County of Riverside Office of Economic Development, Department of Housing & Workforce Solutions, or Facilities Management Department may substitute for the required education on the basis of one year of qualifying full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.)
Experience: Six years of professional experience, including two years of supervisory experience, in a job-related field similar to that utilized within the County of Riverside Office of Economic Development, Department of Housing & Workforce Solutions, or Facilities Management Department. (A master's degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, behavioral science, social science, political science, public policy, urban studies, marketing, education, economics, environmental sciences, geography, or a job-related field similar to that utilized within the County of Riverside Office of Economic Development, Department of Housing & Workforce Solutions, or Facilities Management Department may substitute for one year of the required non-supervisory experience.)
EXAMPLES OF BUSINESS & COMMUNITY SERVICES/HOUSING, HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION & WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS, FACILITIES MANAGEMENT FIELDS: Economic development; housing and community development; commercial development; real estate; facilities management; community services (e.g., parks, community centers or lighting, water and utilities programs); workforce development (e.g., employment programs or job training programs); eligibility or social programs; finance; contract monitoring/management; environmental or sustainability programs; foreign trade; public relations; marketing; fundraising; film; aviation; human resources; museums; libraries.
ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: Principles, methods and techniques of supervision; principles of public administration and personnel management; techniques of administrative and budgetary analysis; federal regulations for the Community Development Block Grant Program, housing and/or job training programs.
Ability to: Plan, organize, coordinate, and evaluate the work of a division; train staff members; schedule, assign and evaluate the work of others; assess program design and implementation; analyze issues and data, generate and evaluate alternatives and develop effective courses of action; understand, interpret and apply provisions of various governmental regulations, policies and contracts; prepare and present reports and recommendations; establish and maintain effective working and public relationships; represent the County effectively and negotiate with representatives of other agencies and firms.This recruitment is open to all applicants.
Additional Requirement - Testing
Individuals that indicate that they are bilingual in Spanish will be required to take and pass an unproctored Spanish bilingual assessment.
All candidates will be REQUIRED to take an online test as part of the application process for this position. It is important that the instructions provided in the email are followed exactly.
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required. Incumbents will required to drive to various facilities and businesses for event coordination, evaluations, management, and outreach.
Questions?
For specific questions regarding this position, contact Christopher Recinos at .
Student, Intern, Economic Development, Summer 2026
Posted 3 days ago
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**Legal Entity:** Entergy Operations, Inc.-EOI
This position is responsible for providing assistance to and supporting the Business & Economic Development BU. The intern will be a temporarily employed full-time college student in an accredited four-year institution of higher learning, who is in a work-study program designed to give college students practical work experience in their field of study.
Calling all data-driven visionaries and infrastructure enthusiasts! As our Business and Economic Development Intern, you'll be the bridge between data and decisions, the connector between opportunity and impact, harnessing the power of information to fuel economic growth and transform communities. If you're the kind of person who sees data as a superpower and believes that economic development is the key to building stronger, more resilient communities, then we want you on our team
**Job Duties/Resonpsibillties**
1. Customer and Account Support:
+ Assist Economic Development Project Managers with prospect due diligence, site tours, and power-related questions.
+ Help track touchpoints in CRM and maintain prospect pipelines.
2. Site Selection Support:
+ Compile and maintain site/building inventories; verify electric serviceability and capacity.
+ Coordinate internal feasibility checks for candidate sites (substation proximity, feeder capacity, redundancy, outage history).
+ Assist with Requests for Information/Proposals (RFIs/RFPs) from state/local ED partners and site selectors.
3. GIS and Mapping:
+ Create maps showing infrastructure (substations, feeders, transmission lines), sites, and community assets.
+ Maintain geospatial layers and produce presentation-quality visuals for proposals and partner meetings.
4. Market and Industry Research:
+ Analyze target industries (e.g., data centers, manufacturing, logistics, life sciences) for power needs, growth trends, and site criteria.
+ Build company prospect lists and profile potential projects (load size, timeline, location preferences).
5. Load and Infrastructure Analysis:
+ Pull and analyze load data for prospects and key accounts; create preliminary load forecasts.
+ Work with planning/engineering to summarize electric service options, interconnection timelines, and high-level costs.
**Minimum Requirements**
Key disciplines to consider
- Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain Management, and other related disciplines
Key qualifications
- Comfort working cross-functionally with engineering, rates, legal, and external partners
- Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and ideally GIS or BI tools
- Interest in energy systems, infrastructure, and regional economics
**Primary Location:** Texas-Beaumont Texas : Beaumont | Texas : The Woodlands
**Job Function** : Students / Early Careers
**FLSA Status** :
**Relocation Option:** Level III
**Union description/code** :
**Number of Openings** : 1
**Req ID:**
**Travel Percentage** :Up to 25%
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Regional Economic Development Manager - GPC West Region
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**_Please Read the Entire Job Description Carefully!_**
+ Please be sure to attach a relevant resume (1 page if possible).
+ **Please attach a cover letter** detailing your interest in the role and why you want to join Georgia Power's regional economic development team. - What unique experience and passion positions you to be competitive for the role and specifically for the West Region territory?
**POSITION COVERAGE AREA:** Expected coverage areas: Chattahoochee, Crisp, Dooly, Harris, Lamar, Macon, Marion, Meriwether, Muscogee, Pike, Schley, Stewart, Sumter, Talbot, Taylor, Troup, Upson & Webster counties.
*** The Home office for this position will be based within the region counties outlined above (within the Columbus Area) & the new team member will be expected to live in or near the defined region counties.**
Relocation assistance will be provided if new team member qualifies.
**_** New team member will be expected to travel to Atlanta (75 5_** **_th_** **_Street office) for team meetings and other obligations as needed._**
**POSITION DESCRIPTION:**
In Georgia Power Economic Development, our mission is to grow the economy, build communities, and improve our state. Celebrating our 25 th year as a top utility in economic development we are passionate about our mission and have a lot of fun. Our work is rewarding and continuously evolving, building on our legacy to be a Citizen Wherever we Serve.
We do this work by collaborating as a team through the following focus areas:
**Recruit Industry** : Grow Revenue, Jobs, and Capital Investment. Help companies navigate the site selection journey while working alongside state, regional, and local partners. Focus on business recruitment and expansion opportunities.
**Develop Communities** : Develop Georgia Communities. Cultivate long-term meaningful relationships around the state and ensure we are supporting our local leaders, development authorities, and economic development partners. Create programs and invest dollars into initiatives that support communities' growth, development, and revitalization.
**Create Solutions** : Produce and leverage innovative tools and resources that support and promote Georgia as a top state for job growth and investment and help creatively tell our story.
We serve as one team working seamlessly with internal and external partners across the Georgia Power and economic development ecosystems. We serve through our values of Integrity, Innovation, and Stewardship.
In the context of the broader areas outlined above, the regional economic development team focuses on six key functions to prepare our regions for productive economic growth. Those are reflected below in summary, each reflective of the assigned geography:
+ **_Economic Development Preparedness:_**
+ Develop and maintain awareness of product (land, buildings, infrastructure, other assets, etc.);
+ Develop and maintain awareness of local economies, target industries, and other local economic ecosystem factors including intuition for identifying potential barriers, opposing stakeholders, political issues, etc. Identify strengths and gaps to help communities prepare for strategic growth and enable collaboration/consensus;
+ Build and maintain exceptional working relationships with key influencers and economic development partners. Promote regionalism and be a convener to advance growth and share best practices;
+ Partner with Strategic Solutions (research, engineering, marketing, etc.) to solve community problems, identify creative solutions, and leverage strategic use of our products and services.
+ **_Programs and Partnerships:_**
+ Participate and add value to Georgia Power signature programs as a teacher, program owner, or contributor (i.e. Georgia Academy of Economic Development, etc.);
+ Understand and engage with key external economic development partners and organizations to maximize the benefit and influence of Georgia Power investment;
+ Combine a big picture perspective of the state economy with that of the local regions to ensure that partnerships, investments, and collaborations will have the most valuable impact for the region, state, and Georgia Power.
+ **_Revenue Generation:_**
+ Regional project lead: RED managers are members or leaders of competitive expansion projects that are exclusively inside the assigned region and expected to advocate for the community and Georgia Power to retain and grow industry resulting in jobs and capital investments;
+ Community project support: we are local experts to coach and support all aspects of the economic development process so each community is prepared and competitive for project locations and to support our statewide project management team;
+ Retention and Expansion: work with partners to visit existing industry. Be an advocate and partner for any identified barriers as well determine leads for potential growth.
+ Other GPC Opportunities: collaborate and connect with internal partners to add value from a product, service, or partnership perspective to a customer or community. Keep a _Customer Circle of Life_ context at all times.
+ **RED Team Member Individual Skills:**
+ **Relationship Building and Management** : ability to build exceptional working relationships quickly and effectively across all levels of leadership (communities, governments, customers, nonprofits, etc.). Practice and maintain a high level of self-awareness. Successful Economic Development is rooted in confidentiality: RED members must gain and keep trust across all economic development ecosystems to successfully support and advocate for projects and communities.
+ **Facilitation, training, coaching** : RED managers are called upon to facilitate a variety of subject areas including intake and prep, facilitation of requested initiative (strategic plan, etc.), and then documentation and follow up. We are also called upon to be trainers and coaches across a wide variety of subject matter in large and small group settings. Comfort serving in this capacity, with support and training from the team, is critical.
+ **Communication** : exceptional communication skills across all platforms is critical: written, presentation, public speaking, and interpersonal. Includes formal and informal settings as well as the ability to translate complex concepts or advance a particular position.
+ **Entrepreneurial mindset** : each RED manager is trusted to determine the best way to support the goals of the region and Georgia Power. This requires exceptional discernment, prioritizing, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration to determine where and how to spend time and budget to advance Georgia Power and community-driven goals.
+ **Project Management and Motivation** : ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects/requests, respond to urgent deadlines, and efficiently schedule time to be effective and practice balance and wellness. Highly self-motivated with a strong work ethic to balance travel, early morning or evening commitments, as well as meeting deadlines for deliverables. Comfortable with saying no, asking for help, and supporting other team members as needed.
+ RED Team Member Cross-functional Skills:
+ We operate as a matrixed team. We rely on each other to be "experts" and support each other based on a need at any given time. Some potential examples of expertise areas include affordable housing, workforce development, economic analysis, bond financing, utility operations, etc.;
+ Expertise is driven by the economic development process as well as emerging and evolving trends. We are proud of our continuous learning mindset and offer training and development to support the growth of each member and add value to the overall team;
+ Leadership expectations:
+ Each member of our team is expected to operate under all four of our Georgia Power Values internally and as a model externally (if Georgia Power cares, communities do too);
+ Build and maintain exceptional internal working relationships including but not limited to External Affairs, Power Delivery, Customer Choice, Customer Solutions, etc. This includes being a continuous student of our business and **_not knowing_** everything, but knowing "who to call;"
+ Meet all tracking, reporting, and budgeting expectations to ensure timely, relevant, and accurate updates for project pipelines, key economic development activities, politically sensitive issues, etc.
**JOB REQUIREMENTS**
**Education:**
- Bachelor's Level Degree highly preferred.
- Certifications such as AICP, CEcD, CCIM, CMF, EDFP, GCED a plus
**Experience:**
Seeking qualified candidates that can demonstrate skills and experience as it relates to some or all of the following areas with a minimum of five years of professional experience: business development, utility operations, real estate, project management, economics, relationship building and management, government operations, strategic thinking and problem solving, politically savvy and adept, external representation of one or more of our brands, customer engagement.
**_Summary of Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:_**
+ Project management, communication (oral and written), facilitation and problem-solving skills to coordinate most aspects of customer's (existing customer, new business project, community, or special project) need and to understand, identify, and meet critical time constraints.
+ Must be self-motivated and be able to perform both self-directed and team-oriented project work.
+ Must be a strong team player, very supportive of teammates and customers, with sense of urgency to meet deadlines and obligations.
+ Knowledge of Georgia Territorial Electric Service Act and Georgia Power's region structure and a contact network within the region is very helpful.
+ Knowledge of economic and community development concepts are very helpful.
+ Ability to propose and develop creative solutions which anticipate client needs and maximize the use of technology and efficiency.
+ Strong computer/technology skills across a wide variety of products are desirable.
+ Excellent presentation skills to provide data or information to wide and diverse audiences which may include community and political/elected leaders, company officers, consultants, state partners and the public.
**Georgia Power** is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 14839
Job Category: Communications & External Affairs
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
Business and Economic Development Manager - Mega Projects
Posted 15 days ago
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Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers' complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.
**Business and Economic Development Manager - Mega Projects**
**Location:** Remote anywhere is the US.
Ferguson currently conducts business through nine business verticals with a mixture of commercial, industrial and residential offerings; these verticals are traditionally independent and go to the market on a local basis. Two years in place, One Ferguson is an initiative to build an enterprise approach to working with clients, particularly in and around Megaprojects and Large Capital Projects!
We strongly believe that Ferguson is a dedicated partner in managing large capital projects, providing value-added solutions from the earliest planning stages through final execution and beyond. Our team of expert associates collaborates with Owners, General Contractors and Architects/Engineers to position Ferguson as a strategic project partner, bringing together the strengths of our diverse customer groups to capitalize on significant growth opportunities. With an expansive network, a single-source supply chain, and industry-leading expertise, we coordinate and deploy resources to support complex large capital projects from inception to completion.
Now looking to expand our strategic sales team, The Ferguson Large Capital Projects Economic Development Manager(s), Business Development Manager(s) and Strategic Account Manager(s) will be responsible for driving strategies that cultivate the highest level (Top-to-Top) relationships between Ferguson and the nation's largest General Contractors, Developers, Architects, Engineers, and Owners. This role continues strategic expansion of the existing Ferguson Large Capital Projects team that "Finds, Quotes and Manages" qualified projects from inception to completion. Targeted relationships with General Contractors, Owners and Designers across growing national megaproject industries such as advanced manufacturing, science/technology, data center, healthcare, pharmaceutical, public assembly and others is highly desired.
**We Are Seeking Someone Who Is:**
+ A recognized thought leader and innovator in one or more national megaproject market verticals, particularly within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industries.
+ Experienced in collaborative project delivery methods and innovative approaches to better the industry.
+ Experienced in positioning value-add services and capabilities to differentiate and secure project partnership.
+ Strong knowledge in Project lifecycle from Funding to Completion.
+ An innovator who has a strong history of developing executive leadership and key partner relationships as part of the strategic Business Development process.
+ A relationship builder supporting repetitive national megaproject project vertical key partners including but not limited to the General Contractor, Owner and Designers
+ A collaborator and a great teammate with a passion for excellence and success.
**Role Responsibilities:**
+ Develop and maintain strategic business relationships with the highest-level decision makers within targeted markets, promoting the One Ferguson brand and profitable business relationships.
+ Initiate early-stage engagement with C-suite executives, including general contractors, owners, architects, engineers, and other senior project stakeholders-to build strategic relationships and drive top-of-funnel activity.
+ Implement business strategies to build profitable relationships and uncover new revenue opportunities by integrating Ferguson's products, solutions, and services early in the design and construction process. Establish and drive cross regional/national business development plans for targeted market(s) and/or stakeholder(s), with short to mid-term impact on results. Work requires a high degree of responsibility for resources, and frequently influences business decisions made by functional leadership.
+ Manage existing customer and vendor relationships. Monitor customer and competitor activity and industry trends. Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the competitive landscape, customer needs, and market dynamics.
+ Negotiate and finalize partnership agreements, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives and goals.
+ Drive activity to increase brand awareness across Ferguson customer groups, creating downstream benefits impacting all customer groups that could engage in designated market. Better position Ferguson to drive our Own Brand and sustainable product strategy.
+ Assess and manage risks associated with Megaproject deals that includes understanding the project's financial, legal, and operational risks, and developing mitigation strategies.
+ Coordinate marketing strategies as related to business development efforts. Where appropriate, recommend standards and provide input for sales targets and quotas for assigned market.
+ Has authority to establish budgets, approve expenditures and allocate resources as needed within budget.
+ Visit with high-level current and potential clients within the assigned market vertical(s) and/or stakeholder area of focus.
+ Represent the organization to customers, associates and leadership as needed.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ 8+ years' experience in the broader Architecture, Engineering and/or Construction (AEC) industry driving economic and business expansion through proven relationships and a relentless desire to win.
+ Bachelor's degree in business or a related field.
+ Strong understanding of Megaproject lifecycle: Project Funding to Project Completion.
+ Executive presence and high-level influencing skills.
+ Outstanding communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, ability to provide technical advice, coaching and counseling within own expertise area to peers and the organization.
+ Proven track record as a key team member and collaborator.
+ Ability to travel up to 50%.
At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!
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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.
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_The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability._
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Senior Program Manager - Bureau Of Economic Development
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Office of the President Job Summary
Plan and deliver on organization objectives through program development, management of day-to day program operations, and technical execution of County programs. Provide guidance for others in related programs and delegate work, as needed. Leverage work underway by the bureau/department, County agencies, and other organizations to support the needs of programs and key stakeholders. Implement programs from conception to conclusion.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to handle data management and visualization platforms.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats and ability to effectively manage multiple assignments and projects with overlapping deadlines.
• Ability to analyze data and communicate summaries of program progress to the appropriate audience, including community members, organizations, government leaders, elected officials, and funding agents.
• Ability to participate in weekend or evening events, as needed, and ability to travel to work assignments throughout the County.
• Ability to provide insight and advice to team members on program initiatives.
• Ability to assist in organization objectives through program development.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with team members, mid-level leadership, and potentially senior leaders on programs.
• Ability to collaborate and assist in the achievement of specific program goals.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher and
- Four (4) years of program management in community/economic development, urban planning, public administration, or directly related experience is required or
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in one of the following: Business Administration, Public Administration; Social Services; Urban Planning; or Public Policy
- One (1) year of full-time experience designing, launching and/or managing a program or programs that aim to foster and support job creation, business growth, and investment for a specific geography or sector.
- Four (4) years of full-time experience in attracting, retaining, and growing small businesses.
- Experience with one (1) of the following: building equitable local ecosystems for the small business community in Cook County; helping businesses access capital; or working with local non-profits, community groups, or governments on issues related to economic and community development.
This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process.
Benefits Package
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link:
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
- MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.
- IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION "Are you a military veteran?"
- ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).
The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact
VETERAN MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver's license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit the required document.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be perrformed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's n ormal line of work.
*Degrees awarded outside of the United States except for those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada, must be credentialed by either the World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).
Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty , 44-56 Political Discrimination ; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification ; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List ; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)
The County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.
*This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.
NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.
*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
EEO Statement
Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
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Regional Economic Development Manager - GPC Metro North Region
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**_Please Read the Entire Job Description Carefully!_**
+ Please be sure to attach a relevant resume (1 page if possible).
+ **Please attach a cover letter** detailing your interest in the role and why you want to join Georgia Power's regional economic development team. - What unique experience and passion positions you to be competitive for the role and specifically for the Metro North Region territory?
**POSITION COVERAGE AREA:** Expected coverage areas: Expected coverage areas: DeKalb, Gwinnett, Forsyth & Northern Fulton counties.
*** The Home office for this position will be** **based at the Georgia Power Economic Development offices at 75 5** **th** **St in Atlanta** **& the new team member will be expected to live in or near the defined region or withing the metro Atlanta area.**
Relocation assistance will be provided if new team member qualifies.
**POSITION DESCRIPTION:**
In Georgia Power Economic Development, our mission is to grow the economy, build communities, and improve our state. Celebrating our 25 th year as a top utility in economic development we are passionate about our mission and have a lot of fun. Our work is rewarding and continuously evolving, building on our legacy to be a Citizen Wherever we Serve.
We do this work by collaborating as a team through the following focus areas:
**Recruit Industry** : Grow Revenue, Jobs, and Capital Investment. Help companies navigate the site selection journey while working alongside state, regional, and local partners. Focus on business recruitment and expansion opportunities.
**Develop Communities** : Develop Georgia Communities. Cultivate long-term meaningful relationships around the state and ensure we are supporting our local leaders, development authorities, and economic development partners. Create programs and invest dollars into initiatives that support communities' growth, development, and revitalization.
**Create Solutions** : Produce and leverage innovative tools and resources that support and promote Georgia as a top state for job growth and investment and help creatively tell our story.
We serve as one team working seamlessly with internal and external partners across the Georgia Power and economic development ecosystems. We serve through our values of Integrity, Innovation, and Stewardship.
In the context of the broader areas outlined above, the regional economic development team focuses on six key functions to prepare our regions for productive economic growth. Those are reflected below in summary, each reflective of the assigned geography:
+ **_Economic Development Preparedness:_**
+ Develop and maintain awareness of product (land, buildings, infrastructure, other assets, etc.);
+ Develop and maintain awareness of local economies, target industries, and other local economic ecosystem factors including intuition for identifying potential barriers, opposing stakeholders, political issues, etc. Identify strengths and gaps to help communities prepare for strategic growth and enable collaboration/consensus;
+ Build and maintain exceptional working relationships with key influencers and economic development partners. Promote regionalism and be a convener to advance growth and share best practices;
+ Partner with Strategic Solutions (research, engineering, marketing, etc.) to solve community problems, identify creative solutions, and leverage strategic use of our products and services.
+ **_Programs and Partnerships:_**
+ Participate and add value to Georgia Power signature programs as a teacher, program owner, or contributor (i.e. Georgia Academy of Economic Development, etc.);
+ Understand and engage with key external economic development partners and organizations to maximize the benefit and influence of Georgia Power investment;
+ Combine a big picture perspective of the state economy with that of the local regions to ensure that partnerships, investments, and collaborations will have the most valuable impact for the region, state, and Georgia Power.
+ **_Revenue Generation:_**
+ Regional project lead: RED managers are members or leaders of competitive expansion projects that are exclusively inside the assigned region and expected to advocate for the community and Georgia Power to retain and grow industry resulting in jobs and capital investments;
+ Community project support: we are local experts to coach and support all aspects of the economic development process so each community is prepared and competitive for project locations and to support our statewide project management team;
+ Retention and Expansion: work with partners to visit existing industry. Be an advocate and partner for any identified barriers as well determine leads for potential growth.
+ Other GPC Opportunities: collaborate and connect with internal partners to add value from a product, service, or partnership perspective to a customer or community. Keep a _Customer Circle of Life_ context at all times.
+ **RED Team Member Individual Skills:**
+ **Relationship Building and Management** : ability to build exceptional working relationships quickly and effectively across all levels of leadership (communities, governments, customers, nonprofits, etc.). Practice and maintain a high level of self-awareness. Successful Economic Development is rooted in confidentiality: RED members must gain and keep trust across all economic development ecosystems to successfully support and advocate for projects and communities.
+ **Facilitation, training, coaching** : RED managers are called upon to facilitate a variety of subject areas including intake and prep, facilitation of requested initiative (strategic plan, etc.), and then documentation and follow up. We are also called upon to be trainers and coaches across a wide variety of subject matter in large and small group settings. Comfort serving in this capacity, with support and training from the team, is critical.
+ **Communication** : exceptional communication skills across all platforms is critical: written, presentation, public speaking, and interpersonal. Includes formal and informal settings as well as the ability to translate complex concepts or advance a particular position.
+ **Entrepreneurial mindset** : each RED manager is trusted to determine the best way to support the goals of the region and Georgia Power. This requires exceptional discernment, prioritizing, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration to determine where and how to spend time and budget to advance Georgia Power and community-driven goals.
+ **Project Management and Motivation** : ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects/requests, respond to urgent deadlines, and efficiently schedule time to be effective and practice balance and wellness. Highly self-motivated with a strong work ethic to balance travel, early morning or evening commitments, as well as meeting deadlines for deliverables. Comfortable with saying no, asking for help, and supporting other team members as needed.
+ RED Team Member Cross-functional Skills:
+ We operate as a matrixed team. We rely on each other to be "experts" and support each other based on a need at any given time. Some potential examples of expertise areas include affordable housing, workforce development, economic analysis, bond financing, utility operations, etc.;
+ Expertise is driven by the economic development process as well as emerging and evolving trends. We are proud of our continuous learning mindset and offer training and development to support the growth of each member and add value to the overall team;
+ Leadership expectations:
+ Each member of our team is expected to operate under all four of our Georgia Power Values internally and as a model externally (if Georgia Power cares, communities do too);
+ Build and maintain exceptional internal working relationships including but not limited to External Affairs, Power Delivery, Customer Choice, Customer Solutions, etc. This includes being a continuous student of our business and **_not knowing_** everything, but knowing "who to call;"
+ Meet all tracking, reporting, and budgeting expectations to ensure timely, relevant, and accurate updates for project pipelines, key economic development activities, politically sensitive issues, etc.
**JOB REQUIREMENTS**
**Education:**
- Bachelor's Level Degree highly preferred.
- Certifications such as AICP, CEcD, CCIM, CMF, EDFP, GCED a plus
**Experience:**
Seeking qualified candidates that can demonstrate skills and experience as it relates to some or all of the following areas with a minimum of five years of professional experience: business development, utility operations, real estate, project management, economics, relationship building and management, government operations, strategic thinking and problem solving, politically savvy and adept, external representation of one or more of our brands, customer engagement.
**_Summary of Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:_**
+ Project management, communication (oral and written), facilitation and problem-solving skills to coordinate most aspects of customer's (existing customer, new business project, community, or special project) need and to understand, identify, and meet critical time constraints.
+ Must be self-motivated and be able to perform both self-directed and team-oriented project work.
+ Must be a strong team player, very supportive of teammates and customers, with sense of urgency to meet deadlines and obligations.
+ Knowledge of Georgia Territorial Electric Service Act and Georgia Power's region structure and a contact network within the region is very helpful.
+ Knowledge of economic and community development concepts are very helpful.
+ Ability to propose and develop creative solutions which anticipate client needs and maximize the use of technology and efficiency.
+ Strong computer/technology skills across a wide variety of products are desirable.
+ Excellent presentation skills to provide data or information to wide and diverse audiences which may include community and political/elected leaders, company officers, consultants, state partners and the public.
**Georgia Power** is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 14840
Job Category: Communications & External Affairs
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
Economic Development Opportunities: Submit your Resume with P3Hired
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