GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS OFFICER
Economic Development Corporation of KC
Kansas City, MO
Part-time
Business Development
Posted on January 12, 2020
Economic Development
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS OFFICER
An outstanding opportunity exists for a Government Affairs Officer for the Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City, Missouri. The EDC – KC has undergone a complete reorganization in conjunction with an aggressive strategic plan.
Kansas City, Missouri is undergoing a remarkable economic development renaissance. Over $3 billion in new construction is completed and underway in downtown alone and new development opportunities abound.
A Government Affairs Officer will manage government affairs in implementing federal, state, local legislative, and regulatory activities. The Government Affairs Officer will provide site selection, local and state business incentives, governmental ombudsman services, and financing options to existing KCMO businesses and companies seeking to relocate, expand or continue in the City of Kansas City, Missouri.
The qualified candidate must have excellent communication skills, both for verbal and written presentations. Able to develop and maintain effective relationships with all local and state government officials. Perform research and analyze various regulations at local and state levels as necessary. Provide local sectors and state government affairs organizations with reports on legislative activity pertaining to economic development affairs for Kansas City, MO.
A Bachelor’s degree or preferred, a Master’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of direct/ancillary economic development experience and/or business communications, political science. Kansas City, Missouri residency or a willingness to relocate is a requirement.
Join the new EDC, a dynamic organization on the move, by submitting your resume including salary requirements to T’Risa McCord, Economic Development Corporation, tmccord@edckc.com . For more information, visit our website at www.edckc.com . The deadline to receive your information is by February 8, 2020.