Economic Development Representative for Ohio

Aug 4, 2020Jobs

Vacancy Announcement Number: DE-10863577-20-SC
Close Date: 8/11/20
This position is located in the Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration, Chicago Region. This is a home based position and the selected candidate must reside in the state of Ohio.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist economically-distressed areas of the U.S in stimulating industrial and commercial growth.
  • Primary contact on project development activities related to assigned EDA programs.
  • Advise applicants and grantees; plan, coordinate and administer grant awards for economic development investment projects.
  • Analyze and communicate sound and authoritative recommendations on highly complex and sensitive economic development business/industry issues.
  • Represent the agency to key government and business officials and organizations.

 

LINKS TO APPLY:
DE-10863577-20-SC DE: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/575099100
ST-10863578-20-SC MP: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/575099700

 

EDA’s mission is to lead the Federal economic development agenda by promoting innovation and competitiveness, preparing American regions for growth and success in the global economy.

 

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