A natural for business

ARKANSAS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION

Join the Arkansas Economic Development Commission to promote business and expand the
economy of our State. Our challenging, fast-paced, goal-oriented environment is dedicated to
superior customer service. We provide opportunity to people with a positive, can-do attitude who
want to make a difference for Arkansas. Current openings include:

AEDC Area/Program Representative/ Grade C122 Position 22094123

Community Development Regional Manager

This position is responsible for working strategically and professionally with regional partnerships, and local communities
to deploy Arkansas Economic Development Commission technical assistance, programs and services that provide tools to
prepare regions and communities to excel at all facets of economic development.

Duties:
1. Provide service to assigned counties in Northeast Arkansas.
2. Convene public and private stakeholders and resources to promote growth and opportunities in assigned territory.
3. Develop and provide training, implementation and general assistance to enhance opportunities in assigned
territory.
4. Coordinate with federal, state, and local entities on behalf of AEDC for the betterment of assigned territory.

Minimum Qualifications: The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in marketing,

general business, or a related field; plus three years of experience in program management,
marketing, or a related field. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting
purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. Other job related
education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except
for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the Qualifications Review Committee.

Applicants may apply online at www.arstatejobs.com. Applicants must complete all areas of the
Application for State Employment. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Resumes may
accompany, but will not replace the application. The application must be received before 4:30 p.m.
on Friday, December 13, 2013. A copy of the DD214 must be submitted at the time of application,
to be considered for Veteran Preference.

Applicants will be required to have a valid Arkansas driver’s license and the driving record will be
checked prior to employment. Employment in this position is subject to a Background Check, six (6)
month initial period of employment review, direct deposit is required for employment [Act 1887 of
2005], and 5% mandatory contribution to Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System (APERS).
The State of Arkansas is an equal opportunity employer.