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Job Summary  

EDA Overview 

Join the NJEDA and help lead New Jersey to sustainable economic growth, fostering equitable opportunities and vibrant communities. We offer hybrid work, a supportive culture, and robust benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and extensive wellness programs. Make a tangible impact and shape New Jersey's future with innovative economic development at NJEDA. 

Job Overview  

The Senior Advisor to the Deputy CEO is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing and driving the strategic planning process, including program evaluation, and providing comprehensive programmatic support to the Deputy CEO.  This position serves as a critical link across multiple divisions, diving deep into NJEDA programs and initiatives, particularly in areas such as Economic Transformation, Community Development, Real Estate, Operations, and Administrative Support.  The ideal candidate will have extensive public sector economic development or program management experience, thrive on diving deep into multiple programs simultaneously, and be energized by NJEDA's mission of fostering sustainable and equitable economic growth. 

 

$99,120 - $123,900

 

Note: The NJEDA currently offers a hybrid work schedule for up to 2 days of telecommute work from home. To participate, you will be required to have high speed home internet access and a managers approval. This program does not supersede the "New Jersey First Act", which requires newly hired NJEDA employees to establish and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey.

Responsibilities

Daily Tasks and Responsibilities: 

Serve as a primary liaison between the Deputy CEO and their reporting departments, ensuring efficient communication, coordination, and timely execution of priority projects. Conduct research and analysis to support projects overseen by the Deputy CEO, helping to inform decisions and advance project progress.  Provide comprehensive oversight on multiple projects simultaneously on behalf of the Deputy CEO, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and proactively identifying potential issues. Provide the Deputy CEO with critical insights, advice, and feedback on EDA programs and initiatives. 

Projects: 

Strategic Planning: Lead the day-to-day project management, facilitation, and execution of NJEDA’s strategic planning process, gathering and synthesizing input from cross-divisional stakeholders to ensure implementation and alignment with the organization’s overarching goals and mission.  Monitor and facilitate engagement with the Board throughout the process. Program Evaluation: In collaboration with key members of Executive Leadership, establish the framework for the Authority’s program evaluation process.  Partner with Policy, Research, Government Affairs and Operations teams to evaluate the impact and efficacy of NJEDA programs on a regular basis. Analyze program data and prepare comprehensive evaluation reports for leadership focused on identifying best practices and reporting on opportunities for future program optimization. Priority Project Management: Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of priority projects identified by the Deputy CEO across the Authority. Collaborate with cross-divisional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and align with organizational objectives. Develop detailed project plans, monitor progress, and provide regular updates to the Deputy CEO. Attend meetings and make interim decisions on behalf of the Deputy CEO, consistent with business objectives and the Authority’s mission. Identify and address challenges proactively to maintain momentum and achieve desired outcomes. 

Goals and Objectives: 

Establish and maintain clear milestones for strategic projects, ensuring progress aligns with the organization’s overarching goals. Drive the successful development and implementation of NJEDA’s multi-year Strategic Plan, with measurable outcomes and regular progress reports. Deliver actionable insights and recommendations on programs and priority initiatives that directly impact organizational decision-making and long-term strategy. 

Collaboration and Cross-Divisional Interaction: 

Serve as a central point of contact to foster teamwork, share knowledge, and promote cohesion among various divisions within the Deputy CEO’s organization.  

Reporting Structure: 

Reports directly to the Deputy CEO, serving as a trusted advisor and ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. Operates with a high degree of autonomy in decision-making, guided by the strategic objectives set by the Deputy CEO, while providing regular updates and seeking input on key decisions. Must complete annual self-assessment as required. Performs other duties and special projects, as assigned.  Qualifications

Skills and Qualifications  

Technical Skills: 

Proficiency in strategic planning, economic development frameworks, and program evaluation methodologies. Strong project management capabilities, including the ability to coordinate complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives. 

Soft Skills: 

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Commitment to fostering a collaborative, innovative, and ethical work environment. Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations. Effective communication skills, serving as a liaison between the Deputy CEO and their reporting departments to ensure smooth information flow and alignment of priorities. 

Experience: 

A minimum of 7+ years of experience in economic development, strategic planning, or a related field. Advanced degree or industry specific certification may be substituted for 1 year of experience 

Education: 

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required; advanced degree or industry-specific certification is preferred. 

Software/Tools Proficiency: 

NJEDA utilizes Microsoft as the core application platform and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite is preferred. 

 

Additional Information 

Minimal physical demands and ability to work out normal business hours Travel expected when necessary for business operations 

 

Certificates and Licenses Required 

Staff are required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essentials duties of the position. 

 

Note  

  

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job description. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope, general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job.  This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. 

  

Your employment at NJEDA is voluntary and subject to termination by you or NJEDA at will, with or without cause, or with or without notice, at any time.  Nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to conflict, eliminate or modify the employment-at-will status of NJEDA employees.   

  

This position is considered exempt and is excluded from minimum wage, overtime regulations, and other rights and protections afforded nonexempt workers under the FLSA. 

  

NJEDA reserves the right to amend/revise this job description as necessary to meet current and changing business needs. 

 

NJ SAME Program 

 

 In accordance with P.L. 2021, c. 465 and P.L. 2021, 466, the SAME program was established to enable New Jersey State agencies to hire, promote, retain, and advance qualified individuals whose physical or mental impairments impact their abilities to participate in the hiring and promotion process for non-competitive and unclassified titles within the State workforce.  

 

The SAME program allows candidates, who identify as having a significant disability, to apply for non-competitive and unclassified positions through a fast track hiring process. This program uses a fast-track process that permits people who are eligible for the program to request that the State appointing authority schedule with them a good faith interview. For more information about the SAME program and the Fast Track Hiring program, please Click Here.  If you have any questions, please email, or call the contact as indicated on the job vacancy announcement. 

 

This posting open to eligible applicants regardless of SAME eligibility. 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

 

   

Position Requirements 

  

Foreign degrees/transcripts must be evaluated by a reputable evaluation service at your own expense and must be submitted prior to a start date.  If this cannot be provided within 21 days of an offer the offer will be rescinded. Must comply with the “New Jersey First Act” which requires employees hired after September 1, 2011, to reside in New Jersey. Non-New Jersey resident employees must relocate to New Jersey within one year of their date of hire and provide proof of residency to Human Resources. Must complete an Outside Activity Questionnaire (disclosure of outside office or employment) on an annual basis.  Must review the required NJ State Ethics Guidelines found on the state website. Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.  Apply or Email a Friend Apply for this job onlineApplyShareRefer this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Interested in this opportunity? Application FAQs

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