What are the responsibilities and job description for the Economic Development Project Specialist position at State of Georgia?
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- Requisition ID: ADM0I3H
- Number of Openings: 1
- Shift: Day Job
- Posting End Date: Mar 10, 2025
NORTH GEORGIA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Economic Development Project Specialist
Job Code: 60760
Revised: 2/21/2025
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Description: The specialist is responsible for the coordination, development, monitoring, and completion of
project initiatives associated with the assigned area.
Major Duties:
- Assists the Vice President of Economic Development in coordinating the Office of Economic Development priorities and activities
- Maintains excellent working relationships with and serves as a liaison to internal and external customers
- Good organizational and interpersonal skills in dealing with the public
- Decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Serve as liaison to other college departments including but not limited to marketing and business office
- Serve as proctor for exams scheduled in the testing center
- Serve as American Heart Association Coordinator for college
- Assist with office clerical duties and reports
- Other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Economic Development
Competencies:
- Skill in the use of computers and job-related software including Microsoft Word and Excel
- Skill in planning and organizing projects
- Skill in oral and written communication
- Skill in interpersonal relations and effective problem-solving methods
- Skill in analyzing data and situations for accurate assessment
- Knowledge of the college philosophy and objectives as they relate to performance
- Knowledge of personnel management practices, budget and accounting practices, assessment and accreditation principles, and issues and trends in higher education
- Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
Driver’s License Requirements:
- Valid State Driving License
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Monetary Transactions: This position will perform monetary transactions, such as receiving cash, check, and credit card payments. Position will require a credit check.
Physical Demands:
- The employee occasionally lifts or moves objects of a light to medium weight.
- Work is typically performed with the employee sitting at a desk in an office environment with intermittent sitting, standing, or walking in various settings.
- The employee must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Full range of hand and finger motion is utilized for data entry purposes.
Travel Requirements: Some travel to peer groups or other training/conferences along with various travel locations for the position
Training Requirements: The employee understands and agrees to complete all required training, including those mandated by the State of Georgia Governor, by stated deadlines as a condition of employment.
Minimum Requirements:
- Associate’s degree *and* Three (3) years of related work experience
- Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis
As set forth in its student catalog, North Georgia Technical College complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed or religion, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following persons have been designated to manage inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Dr. Fran Chastain, Dean of Student Support and Engagement, Title IX Coordinator, Clegg Center 212, (706) 754-7855, fran.chastain@northgatech.edu and Kay Carroll, Student Support & Accessibility Services Coordinator (Section 504), Clegg Center 214, (706) 754-7828, kay.carroll@northgatech.edu at 1500 HWY 197 N, Clarkesville, GA 30523.
For information about North Georgia Technical College please visit https://northgatech.edu
NGTC is EOE
