SVEC – Associate Economic Development Manager

Associate Economic Development Manager

This position supports the Economic Development Manager in implementing the cooperative economic development initiatives. It actively supports recruitment, expansion and retention of business investment, and participates in collaborative efforts that increase new load, investment and job creation across the SVEC footprint.

Reports to:

Economic Development Manager

Directs:
None

Conduct economic development activities and programs for the purpose of attracting new energy load and service rights for SVEC

Build and strengthen active working relationships with state, regional and local economic development organizations

Develop and maintain a database of economic development projects and prospects; work with internal partners to track project activities

Assist the Manager of Key Accounts to identify expansion opportunities for existing members

Develop and maintain a database of confidential documentation related to large- load cooperative members & prospects

Research industry trends and economic drivers that impact industrial and large commercial site locations

Respond to economic development organization requests for potential service requirements and sample bills

Develop and maintain databases to track project activities, key performance indicators, and to provide monthly reporting

Develop, evaluate and recommend innovative products/concepts used to recruit new business and support expansion opportunities for existing cooperative membership.

Represents the cooperative in collaborative efforts concerning economic development

Coordinates economic development projects and programs with the Economic Development Manager

Works with Corporate Communications to ensure economic development activities are showcased through various social media outlets

Helps develop the annual economic development budget work plan

Prepares quarterly reports beneficial to senior management

Works with internal stakeholders to market and support the cooperative's Fiber Utility Network

Proactively identify and use emerging technologies (i.e. Artificial Intelligence) that support and advance economic development activities

Develop and maintain internal relationships across the cooperative needed to execute the economic development goals and objectives

Assist in special projects and other duties as assigned

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, with an emphasis in economic development or related field of study

Minimum 5 years of economic development experience working for a local, regional or state economic development organization

Experience working in the electric utility industry in a capacity that deals with local governments and agencies, consumer accounts, and utility planning functions

An understanding of electric utility cooperative principles

An understanding of electric utility rates and rate construction

Public speaking experience

Ability to organize work effectively and to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

Ability to function without direct supervision

Ability to work across departments and various areas of cooperative responsibility

Ability to read, analyze and interpret materials from a variety of industry related sources

Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure papers

Proficiency in computer skills including all Microsoft Programs, internet research and Artificial Intelligence

Must be able to maintain professionalism and control under all circumstances.

Has and maintains a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record and is able to operate SVEC vehicles.

Must become and remain certified in CPR and first aid. Must also be skilled in the use of all safety equipment.

Leadership ability and the ability to motivate peers toward goal achievement.

Strong verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skills.

Ability to perform job responsibilities in a timely manner within established guidelines under minimal supervision.

Ability to dissect and resolve complex problems quickly and systematically.

Possess effective techniques to research and access all sources necessary to fulfill position responsibilities.

Must have good analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Shall be required to maintain confidentiality of information.

Must be capable of reading and deciphering small print and numbers.

Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work.

Participation in SVEC job safety and training programs, relevant workshops, seminars and other SVEC sponsored courses and events.

Must be able to use office equipment including telephone, computer, and other systems and related software in the performance of position responsibilities.

Must be able and available, during any and all types of weather conditions, to work weekends, holidays, evenings and other times outside normal duty hours to assist in service restoration and other emergencies that may arise or when the workload demands.

Must always maintain an operating telephone or personal communication device at his/her place of residence. Ability to contact the…