Description
The Kansas Department of Commerce is seeking a consultant to lead the Business Recruitment team as the Senior Regional Director, Great Lakes Region. The consultant will be responsible for developing relationships with site location consultants and companies, representing the agency at events and conferences, and working with local economic development professionals. The ideal candidate will have 15 years of experience in private and/or public economic development, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and a strong network of economic development professionals and site selectors. The contract will be for a period of 36 months, with the option to renew for two additional 12-month periods. The consultant will be paid a monthly flat rate, with all expenses included in the proposed cost.
• Key responsibilities include: developing relationships with site location consultants and companies, representing the agency at events and conferences, and working with local economic development professionals.
• The consultant will be required to submit monthly activity reports, including new leads, existing project status, and other activities.
• The consultant will have access to the Kansas Department of Commerce's business development tools, databases, and research resources.
• The consultant will be required to maintain the confidentiality of all information provided by the Department of Commerce.