State of Nebraska
Economic Development Consultant
State of Nebraska, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68511
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency: Economic Development - Agency 72
Location: Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate: $24.048
Job Posting: JR2024-00011791 Economic Development Consultant (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On
(If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 12-16-2024
Job Description: As an Economic Development Consultant, your mission will be to strengthen our economy and broaden our tax base by businesses expand in Nebraska. Economic Development Consultants introduce the state's advantages to companies around the globe, then connect interested companies find all available resources and information in order to make strategic decisions on where to expand. Economic Development Consultants take a front row seat to hear the inspiring stories from hard working Nebraskans across the state and learn from successful leaders in a variety of roles. You will be on the front lines to travel around the world telling Nebraska's story and making connections that have visible impact on the vitality of the state.
Look at what we have to offer!
•13 paid holidays •Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately •Military leave •156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement •Tuition reimbursement •Employee assistance program •79% employer paid health insurance plans •Dental and vision insurance plans •Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy •Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government •Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State •Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service •Training and Development based on your career aspirations •Fun, inviting teammates •A safe and secure environment
At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!
Job Duties:
An Economic Development Consultant will: maintain database for industry contacts and recruitment project management, identify prospects, develop leads, place out bound calls, and successfully close negotiations with targeted businesses for relocation or expansion in Nebraska, prepare presentations for business prospects on Nebraska incentives and advantages to operating a business in Nebraska, respond to request for proposals and assist communities in responding to requests for proposals, act as a resource for the specific business leads developed during the marketing and prospecting for the state, serve as a liaison between communities and businesses regarding business development needs and economic development programs and services, represent the state at industry trade shows, manufacturing exhibitions and other public events to promote the business recruitment efforts of the state. Other duties as assigned with the scope of classification.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in any discipline related to the work assigned. Experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.
Other:
This position requires travel, there will be significant travel both inside the state, and in the US and internationally. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver's license or another form of reliable transportation. Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Economic Development Consultants will need to learn the following: business budgeting and basic production procedures; the industrial development process on the community level; factors considered by a company considering a plant location in Nebraska; project management procedures; principles and techniques of public relations; business research practices and techniques; how to utilize incentives available to new and expanding businesses; sales techniques including marketing, prospecting, negotiating and closing.
Successful Economic Development Consultants will be skilled in: communicating effectively; influencing programs and policy development at various levels; transforming technical issues and complex ideas into understandable information for communication to both individuals and groups; relating to a variety of persons and stakeholders with interests in industrial development; researching technical issues; assimilating data and preparing reports independently.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Hiring Agency: Economic Development - Agency 72
Location: Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate: $24.048
Job Posting: JR2024-00011791 Economic Development Consultant (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On
(If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 12-16-2024
Job Description: As an Economic Development Consultant, your mission will be to strengthen our economy and broaden our tax base by businesses expand in Nebraska. Economic Development Consultants introduce the state's advantages to companies around the globe, then connect interested companies find all available resources and information in order to make strategic decisions on where to expand. Economic Development Consultants take a front row seat to hear the inspiring stories from hard working Nebraskans across the state and learn from successful leaders in a variety of roles. You will be on the front lines to travel around the world telling Nebraska's story and making connections that have visible impact on the vitality of the state.
Look at what we have to offer!
•13 paid holidays •Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately •Military leave •156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement •Tuition reimbursement •Employee assistance program •79% employer paid health insurance plans •Dental and vision insurance plans •Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy •Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government •Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State •Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service •Training and Development based on your career aspirations •Fun, inviting teammates •A safe and secure environment
At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!
Job Duties:
An Economic Development Consultant will: maintain database for industry contacts and recruitment project management, identify prospects, develop leads, place out bound calls, and successfully close negotiations with targeted businesses for relocation or expansion in Nebraska, prepare presentations for business prospects on Nebraska incentives and advantages to operating a business in Nebraska, respond to request for proposals and assist communities in responding to requests for proposals, act as a resource for the specific business leads developed during the marketing and prospecting for the state, serve as a liaison between communities and businesses regarding business development needs and economic development programs and services, represent the state at industry trade shows, manufacturing exhibitions and other public events to promote the business recruitment efforts of the state. Other duties as assigned with the scope of classification.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in any discipline related to the work assigned. Experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.
Other:
This position requires travel, there will be significant travel both inside the state, and in the US and internationally. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver's license or another form of reliable transportation. Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Economic Development Consultants will need to learn the following: business budgeting and basic production procedures; the industrial development process on the community level; factors considered by a company considering a plant location in Nebraska; project management procedures; principles and techniques of public relations; business research practices and techniques; how to utilize incentives available to new and expanding businesses; sales techniques including marketing, prospecting, negotiating and closing.
Successful Economic Development Consultants will be skilled in: communicating effectively; influencing programs and policy development at various levels; transforming technical issues and complex ideas into understandable information for communication to both individuals and groups; relating to a variety of persons and stakeholders with interests in industrial development; researching technical issues; assimilating data and preparing reports independently.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.