TVA Economic Development Job Opening
TVA Economic Development is seeking highly qualified candidates for our Project Manager, Community Development position, based in Nashville.
Job Profile
Work with TVA power distributor customers, local economic development organizations, and other state/regional/federal partners to build the capacity of communities to promote economic development. Assess economic development needs/opportunities and deliver assistance that will enhance a community’s competitiveness for job creation. Work cooperatively with TVA Economic Development staff and other organizations to deliver programs in a coordinated, unified, and customer-oriented manner.
Qualifications
·Five years minimum experience in economic development. Local economic development experience strongly preferred.
·Experience in assessing local/regional economic development needs and opportunities and in developing innovative and effective programs and assistance.
·Thorough knowledge of community and economic development principles and processes.
·Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training, or experience required.
Skills
·Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
·Demonstrated competencies in designing and delivering training programs
·Demonstrated competencies in facilitating groups through planning and problem-solving processes.
·Proven interpersonal skills, including ability to work in collaborative fashion with diverse audiences of economic development professionals, elected officials, and civic leaders.
·Ability to work in independent fashion, to manage time, and to meet deadlines.
·Proven customer-focused outlook and continuous improvement approach.
Application Process
For additional information interested parties should contact
Phil Scharre; pcscharre@tva.com; 615-232-6167
