Business Development Specialist (Non-Merit)

About the role

The Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development is seeking a Business Development Specialist to join a dynamic team focused on fostering economic growth and job creation in Kentucky.

Responsibilities

• Work with business executives and site selection consultants worldwide.
• Coordinate efforts with local and regional economic developers, elected officials, utility partners, state agency staff, and transportation representatives.
• Identify, research, target, and market Kentucky to businesses with competitive advantages.
• Network and build relationships with existing Kentucky companies and those interested in Kentucky.
• Prepare proposals and marketing materials showcasing Kentucky’s corporate climate and location advantages.
• Learn about available sites and buildings and present potential sites to prospects.
• Communicate financial and training incentive programs to potential economic development projects.
• Collaborate with staff, partners, and resources to provide detailed information on taxes, financing, labor laws, environmental compliance, transportation, energy, wages, workforce training, and other relevant topics.
• Create promotional activities for Kentucky companies and the state’s economy.
• Seek partnerships with companies, chambers of commerce, industry associations, local and federal government agencies, and others to leverage marketing opportunities.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and relevant experience in business management, finance, marketing, communications, economics, industrial development, economic development, research, site planning, commercial real estate, urban planning, or a related field is required.
• Experience specifically in analyzing corporate financial statements is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proactive, highly responsive work approach with the ability to identify new opportunities.
• Excellent time management, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, and a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with Cabinet staff, management, and economic development partners.
• Comfortable making presentations to small and large groups.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills, particularly in corporate financial statements.

Benefits

• Annual and sick leave.
• Compensatory leave and overtime holidays.
• Retirement health and life insurance.
• Optional dental/vision insurance.
• Optional participation in KY Deferred Compensation (401K, 457, IRAs, Roth available).

Pay

$62,462.00 annually.

Schedule

Hybrid Schedule may be available after training period is complete and supervisor approval. Remote work may occur from your residence up to 2 days per week if there are no meeting conflicts or mandatory in-office work; working from the office is encouraged for tasks requiring high collaboration.