PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION

This job classification serves as a Director of Strategic Partnerships and reports to the CEO of the Development Authority of Bryan County (DABC). This employee will be expected to devote his or her time to economic development and the objectives of the DABC. Interested applicants may apply by visiting the Jobs page at www.bryancountyga.org. You may find the link in the top right corner of the homepage.

Duties & Responsibilities

Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out but may be considered incidental in the performance of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties herein described.

The job will include performing duties essential to the operational success of the DABC, including, but not limited to, the items below:

Lead (with support and oversight from CEO) DABC's existing industry program to include but not be limited to:

• Conduct ongoing outreach and visitation programs of all existing industries to include at least quarterly check-in calls and an annual face-to-face survey meeting.
• Connect key industry contacts to appropriate workforce resources to help industries meet hiring and retention needs.
• Lead workforce development programs that extend to military transition programs, Bryan County Schools, industry alignment programs, and other programs that support the underrepresented groups, among others.
• Coordinate existing industry events that include but are not limited to industry tours, career fairs, quarterly employer forums, soft skills and leadership training, among other programs.
• Coordinate with DABC marketing team to share news, press releases, industry highlight articles, photos, milestones and information regarding existing industries and schools on social media. May be responsible for creating material at times.
• Manage (with oversight from CEO) public relations’ efforts as needed for existing projects.
• Maintain an accurate database of existing industry, current utility, transportation, industrial market, and other relevant contact information and data.

Contribute to oversight of DABC's future (prospect) industry program to include but not be limited to:

• Support prospect visits to include ensuring that properties being shown are clean and presentable before visits, setting up and breaking down equipment for on-site visits, assisting with the compilation of prospect packets and other marketing materials, including presentations, and attending meetings as needed.
• Lead the completion of project requests for information (RFI’s).
• Manage (with oversight from CEO) public relations’ efforts as needed for existing projects.
• Maintain and monitor project plans, databases, project schedules and budgets.
• Support the creation of fiscal analysis of projects using software and training provided by DABC.

Support (and Lead) DABC's administrative efforts to include but not be limited to:

• Facilitate meetings, presentations when necessary.
• Support and lead the research, data collection, and administration of grants and other programs.
• Work with the CEO to ensure all information on the DABC website is up-to-date and correct.
• Attend and support facilitation of board meetings and other DABC functions as requested by the CEO. Work with other staff to ensure all reports/attachments are prepared for board meetings and functions as necessary.
• Manage Project Managers, Analysts, Interns, etc. as the DABC team grows.
• Inform the CEO of work progress and conflicts of all activities and projects, accordingly and routinely.

Classification Title: Director of Strategic Partnerships - Development Authority of Bryan County

Director is expected to develop and maintain professional relationships with various DABC partners, including but not limited to the Georgia Department of Labor, Georgia Department of Economic Development, Regional Industry Support Enterprise (RISE), other local Development Authorities and Chambers, technical colleges and universities, Ft. Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield soldier transition offices, site selection consultants, and industrial real-estate brokers among others.

In addition, Director is expected to create platforms to expand the existing and future industry programs.

Expectations

• There are several non-negotiables when it comes to being a teammate of the DABC. All team members are expected to be punctual, have a great attitude and be ready to make a difference every day. Attendance is not optional.
• Humility and a servant’s heart are paramount to leading with communication and by example and with conviction. The Director is expected to be self-motivated and have an ambitious work effort.
• Work as a team player with other staff members. Professional behavior is expected in the workplace and at all work-related functions.
• Being able to work under tight deadlines and produce work drafts at times with little direction from the CEO to provide completed work products for submission is critical.
• Maintain confidentiality of privileged information at all times.
• Must abide by the adopted personnel policy.
• Position may occasionally require overnight travel, as well as after-hours (outside of Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM) participation in meetings and events.
• Director shall be expected to perform other duties within reason and appropriate boundaries as instructed by the CEO.

This position will be effective upon hire and will consist of a 12-month probationary period. A review will be ad-ministered annually. Pay increases are discretionary and will be contingent upon satisfactory work and subject to budget approval and constraints.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree required (with an emphasis in Business Administration, Marketing, or Economic Development, Government or similar is preferred). Candidates with at least 5 to 7 years of experience in leadership roles in economic development, workforce development, business development/retention, and or marketing/public relations are preferred. Microsoft Office proficiency is required. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License or be able to secure same within 45 days of employment.

Compensation will be commensurate with experience and is a competitive package.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to operate a variety of automated office equipment, including telephone, computer, printer, calculator, copy and facsimile machines, shredder, postage meter, and transcriber. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work and ability to view location for industry.

DATA COMPREHENSION: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things, which may include manuals, blueprints, plans, drawings, plats, deeds, records, forms, and reports.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to speak with and/or signal people to convey or exchange technical and management information, including giving assignments and/or direction to co-workers or assistants, as well as communicating with elected officials and the general public.