The Economic Development Program Manager will lead the development and implementation of Washington County’s Economic Development Program. Responsibilities include managing the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (CPACE) program, overseeing Strategic Investment Plan agreements, and distributing County-allocated funds to partner organizations that support the County’s economic development goals. The role also provides economic development technical support to Washington County’s small cities and convenes economic development professionals from all cities within the County.

Ideal Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of organization, governmental programs, and public service systems at the state and local level.
• Organizational processes and design.
• Principles and practices of research, evaluation, data, and statistical analysis. • Strategic planning methods and techniques.
• Principles and practices of performance measurements; Continuous Quality Improvement.

Skills to:

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing to convey information to others.
• Exercise judgment in responding to and resolving complex issues and problems.
• Work accurately under pressure and within time constraints.
• Set priorities and allocate resources to meet project needs in a timely, effective manner.
• Prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports.

Ability to:

• Research, evaluate, and analyze issues and problems.
• Evaluate program operations and performance.
• Analyze data and present ideas and information effectively.
• Consult with and advise administrators and other interested parties on a wide variety of subjects.
• Review and edit written reports, and develop and effectively use available resources.

To review the complete classification, including the full list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with this position, use this link: Program Manager Class Spec

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Master's Degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, social sciences, an applied research-related field, or other related field (Finance, Public Administration, Business, Marketing, Communication, Engineering, Urban and Regional Planning, Public Policy, Economics, and Community Development are considered to be related to this position); AND Three (3) years of pertinent professional experience related to the specific program area of responsibility. Experience must include responsibility for the oversight and evaluation of program activities and at least two (2) years of work experience in a project, program, or team lead or supervisory role. OR

Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, social sciences, an applied research-related field, or other related field (Finance, Public Administration, Business, Marketing, Communication, Engineering, Urban and Regional Planning, Public Policy, Economics, and Community Development are considered to be related to this position); AND Five (5) years of relevant professional experience related to the specific program area of responsibility. Experience must include responsibility for the oversight and evaluation of program activities and at least two (2) years of work experience in a project, program, or team lead or supervisory role.

Additional Requirements

valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy.