We are Consolidated Cooperative, a cooperative located in central Ohio providing electric, fiber, and gas services to our members / consumers. We are seeking a proactive Economic Development Executive to help our team, our cooperative, and our communities thrive. Priorities for this position include:

• Developing and cultivating relationships with business and industrial Cooperative members (key accounts).
• Engaging with key accounts to keep them informed of rate changes, policy adjustments, service modifications, and other potential business impacts.
• Implementing business development, recruitment, and retention strategies and objectives in coordination with internal and external team members to achieve optimal electric, fiber, and gas sales.
• Working with area leaders in attracting new business and seeking economic development loans, including promotion of the Revolving Loan Fund.
• Coordinating key account and community relation initiatives.
• Maintaining comprehensive knowledge of Consolidated rate schedules, tariffs, marketing programs, and high-demand notification procedures for all services.
• Staying informed on regional planning commission decisions, municipal annexations, current events, and developments that may impact business development, key accounts, Consolidated, or the utility industry.

We’re looking for someone who is a self-motivated team player with the ability to think outside of the box to help us take our economic development efforts to the next level. A creative problem-solver who will take the initiative to ask questions, anticipate hurdles, and bring a positive attitude to work in collaborating with our key accounts, employees, and the public.

Connect and respect are two words that describe what we ask of all Consolidated team members. We all work to foster internal and external relationships to promote the positive image and competitive position of the cooperative through a respectful, constructive, and energetic style and an attitude of humble service to the cooperative's members, trustees, and employees.

Education and Experience Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in economic development, business administration, marketing, public relations, or a related field is preferred. 
• Four years of experience in economic development and / or marketing capacity desired. Knowledge of economic and business development principles required. Key accounts certification or CDIA certification preferred.
• Flexibility to attend meetings outside of standard working hours.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to write in a professional manner.
• Capable of making full use of available tools and technologies.
• Effective communication, organization, planning, and leadership skills.
• Accuracy, self-motivation, emotional intelligence, and confidentiality.
• Aptitude to fulfill all the competencies for the position (Diplomacy / Economic Development / Issues Management / Job Knowledge / Planning, Coordination, & Organization / Sales & Marketing / Relationship Management / Service Delivery).

 Generous benefit package including:

• Paid Personal, Vacation, Holiday & Sick Leave Days.
• 401(k)(up to 7% contribution from co-op) & Defined Retirement (co-op funded) 
• Dental, Vision, Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance paid for employee; Medical available at minimal cost.
• Education/development opportunities & more!

Must be able to work from either our Mount Gilead or Delaware, OH offices, with a primary base in Delaware.  Upon successful completion of a structured training program and demonstration of the ability to work independently, there may be an opportunity to transition to a hybrid work schedule.

Consolidated is a Drug Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon the completion and our evaluation of a drug screening test and a criminal background check in accordance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations. Consolidated is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consolidated Core Competencies

Safety-Focused * Business Acumen * Communication * Personal-Effectiveness * Problem-Solving * Service-Oriented

Careers with Consolidated Cooperative’s family of companies. Consolidated Cooperative is a nonprofit, member-owned and controlled organization serving the needs of over 19,000 members in eight counties of north central Ohio. Our mission is improving the quality of life of our members & communities by providing high value energy & telecommunication services in environmentally responsible way. Our vision is to shape the future in our communities & be a top tier performing leader that spurs the future growth & economic vitality of our region. 

About Consolidated Cooperative

Consolidated Cooperative, Inc., is an energy and communications company that provides services that make life better for its members. Consolidated is trusted by its members and has built a reputation for delivering dependable services. Motivated by a shared desire to serve, Consolidated's employees constantly look out for their members' needs. In the future, Consolidated will remain a leader in bringing innovative services to its communities. Today we offer electric, fiber internet, and gas services. As time goes on new services will be driven by and pursued based on our mission: to make life better for people in our communities. This is the reason Consolidated exists - always has been, always will be.

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