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Job ID: 14036319
 
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Job Title:Regional Development Representative 5211
Work Type:Work Days: Weekdays, Work Vary: No , Shift: First (Day), Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular
 
Salary Offered:Unspecified
Benefits:Unspecified.
 
Physical Required:Unspecified
Drug Testing Required:Unspecified
Education Required:Bachelor's Degree
Experience Required:48 Months
 
Required Skills:
see Job Description.
Preferred Skills:
 
Driver's License: Class C Required
Job Description:
This position may be considered for a hybrid work arrangement based on ALLETE's needs. A Hybrid work arrangement means the employees position will be a blend of work performed both in-person and at an offsite location such as an employee's home office. This position will report to Duluth, MN.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Assist in the planning, development and delivery of economic development programs in support of attracting and retaining large commercial and industrial customers to the Company's service territory and strengthening relationships with the communities and businesses the Company serves.
-Work with key internal and external stakeholders to assist with conducting research on target industries, developing site information and marketing materials for new or expanding customer opportunities, coordinating internal resources to respond to requests for information from businesses and site consultants, advancing redevelopment efforts for surplus company land and infrastructure assets, developing creative energy solutions, and supporting the retention and growth of existing customers.
- Support the Company's community engagement activities to strengthen the Company's social license, promote brand awareness, educate and inform key community leaders, strengthen communication channels and promote issues of strategic importance.
-Represent the company in the local, regional and state economic development community, assuming leadership roles on relevant boards and committees.


REQUIRED EDUCATION:

- Bachelor's degree required
Degree in business administration, economics, urban planning, communications, marketing, political science, energy management or a related field preferred.


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

-Four years or more progressively responsible related experience required.


SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required to establish and maintain working relationships and to enhance corporate image.
-Proven oral and written communication skills and the ability to work with a wide variety of stakeholders.
- Knowledge of and/or existing working relationships with economic development , local government and business stakeholders within the Minnesota Power service territory preferred.
- Experience in project management, sales, customer service or public/community engagement preferred.
-Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
-This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.


Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.

External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.

This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.

ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-7553.

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Refer to ID 5211 when applying