ABOUT THE GREATER WICHITA PARTNERSHIP

The mission of the Greater Wichita Partnership (Partnership) is to align resources and focus the business community on common strategies that fast-forward economic growth in Wichita and South-Central Kansas. The Partnership focuses on three key priorities: jobs, talent, and quality of place.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Project Manager is responsible for the attraction of new companies to the Greater Wichita region and the development of solution-oriented business retention & expansion services to regional employers. The position reports to the Director of Economic Development.

The Economic Development Project Manager’s duties include, but are not limited to:

• Recruiting new business investment leading to job growth by presenting in-person and virtually to executives, coordinating prospect visits, compiling local & state incentive proposals, addressing issues or needs of the economic development prospect.
• Assisting existing employers’ new investments for the retention and expansion of existing jobs.
• Maintaining excellent relations with leadership with existing regional businesses, site selection consultants, commercial real estate brokers, regional economic development partners, and prospective company leadership.
• Traveling as needed (approximately 1-2 trips per month) including potentially international travel
• Assisting the marketing and economic development teams in tradeshow planning and execution of appointments, meetings, and engagement.
• Maintaining and updating various software platforms for project management, customer relationship management (EDC Forge), and real estate database (LOIS).
• Demonstrating genuine team player behavior in work with the marketing and research team on presentations and responses to all “Requests for Proposal”.
• Executing other duties as assigned by the Director of Economic Development.

Successful collaboration with other Partnership staff and external stakeholders is critical to achieve the overall organizational mission.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with Basic Economic Development Course completion or CEcD strongly considered
• Previous economic/community development experience is preferred; without economic/community development experience, candidate should have experience in a related field such as commercial real estate or development, finance, public administration, or similar fields.
• Possesses a competitive, goal-oriented passion for economic development
• Ability to coordinate, analyze and act upon confidential information while confidently interacting with leaders in the private and public sector
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and deadline-oriented oriented environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Dropbox, and other file-sharing programs
• Strong familiarity with the Wichita region and the state of Kansas will be favorably considered
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record and passport
• Residency in the greater Wichita region within 180 days of hire

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Works tasks are generally performed in a controlled, office environment using computers and other office equipment. The role requires the employee to:
• Stand and walk on a daily basis
• Sit or stand for long periods of time
• Occasionally bend, stoop, squat, and twist
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds and push or pull up to 50 pounds
• Visualize a computer screen on a daily basis
• Talk with and listen to others on a daily basis

Wage Range: Up to $65K based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability

Other Requirements

• Works outside of core business office hours as needed.

Qualified applicants may submit their resume, cover letter, and reference to client.connect@aghlc.com.