Job Description: Policy Senior Director

Company: Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
Location: Madison, Wisconsin
Job Category: Not Specified
Job Type: Not Specified
Salary: Not Specified

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Policy Senior Director

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

Position Description

Position Title: Policy Senior Director

Department: Strategic Investment and Policy

Reports to: Senior Vice President

Position(s) Supervised: Industry Sector analyst, Policy Analyst, Program Analyst, Intern(s)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary

The Director develops and directs economic development policy initiatives, and develops recommendations for business, community and industry development by overseeing the analysis of enterprise data, external data sources, and relevant public policy to guide decision making. The Director provides oversight and guidance on reports, key policy areas and research studies; provides guidance and oversees program development and implementation.

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Responsibilities

The Director will spend the majority of his/her time in these activities:

Advise and manage the development of WEDC-specific economic development initiatives and program policies.
Direct the development and revisions of WEDC’s program offerings and advise executive leadership on strategic initiatives and innovative economic development practices.
Lead the development of state policy issues and recommendations, as appropriate, for WEDC biennial and budget adjustment requests, and other policy initiatives.
Analyze economic development trends to inform strategic direction and subsequent strategies.
Develop policy and direct the preparation of fiscal estimates of state economic development-related legislation, initiatives and policy issues, as appropriate.
Identify opportunities for state laws, regulations and programs to be revised or adopted that would advance the Wisconsin business climate and WEDC operations as well as those that adversely affect economic development; makes recommendations for action to executive leadership.
Manages outreach to partners and stakeholders to solicit input on existing and potential programs and policies.
Develop and deliver presentations for varied audiences both internally and externally.
Be an effective team member by working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels and positions.
Lead the work of the Policy Team.
Other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Master's degree in Economics, Public Administration, Public Policy, related field, or comparable eductation/experience/training preferred.
Minimum of ten years of experience in economics, policy, statistics, public administration, or related field.
2-3 years previous management experience
Experience in legislative analysis and state budget development desired.

Skills and Talents:

Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Fluency in economic development theory and practice.
Strong project management and organizational skills; attention to detail
Leadership skills and ability to motivate others.
Research, writing, and communication skills required.
Possesses a high level of knowledge of state and federal laws/regulations, rules, policies and procedures.
Program evaluation and program development expertise.
PC applications including word processing, spreadsheet, database management and Windows software.

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Other Requirements

National and state-wide travel will occur on an occasional basis, less than 20% of the time. Travel is anticipated to include day and overnight travel.
This position is eligible for reimbursement according to the Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program. This position requires the employee to provide a mobile device that allows for phone, text, and email access.
Based on the responsibilities of this position, this position may need to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

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