State of Washington – Agricultural Innovation Sector Lead EMS3 – OEDC – USA

Job title: Agricultural Innovation Sector Lead EMS3 - OEDC Company: State of Washington Job description: Description At the , we are creative, collaborative, and trusted. We identify opportunities to deliver critical funding and services to strengthen communities, we cultivate an environment in which we continuously learn, and we own our work. Commerce works with local governments, businesses, community-based organizations and Tribes to strengthen communities. Commerce's diverse portfolio of more than 150 programs and effective public and private partnerships promote sustainable community and economic development to help all Washingtonians thrive. The Office of Economic Development and Competitiveness (OEDC) partners with local, regional and international economic development agencies, companies, site selectors and decision makers to strengthen communities and grow Washington's economy through increased exports, investment, retention and expansion. The Agricultural Innovation Sector Lead works within the Industry Sector Development Program (ISDP) Unit of OEDC. This position serves as the agency and state lead to support the development and expansion of the forest and cannabis product industry, which will result in forest and cannabis products sectors' business recruitment, retention and expansion. The position will also support rural economic development efforts with a focus on agritech and agricultural innovation, which overlaps multiple industries, requiring coordination and leadership in a burgeoning sector for the state. It will necessitate senior level policy analysis, development and implementation and will work directly with forest products', cannabis products and agritech industries. The position supports state rural, forest and cannabis products and agricultural innovation efforts and the agency's goal to increase Washington's share of high growth, high employment, and traded sectors. Duties Washington's Industry Sector Economic Development Program's primary mission is to grow and strengthen communities through statewide industry sector strategies. While every industry has unique needs and ways of accomplishing their vision for growth, the Industry Sector Development Program focuses our efforts across three common efforts: • Fostering Collaborative Public/Private Partnerships • Growing and Diversifying Washington's Industry Sectors with a Strong Business Climate • Encouraging a 21st Century Workforce Ready to Meet Industry Needs The Agricultural Innovation Sector Lead is responsible for developing and implementing agency and state policies that support the development and expansion of forest and cannabis products and the agritech sectors, and will closely interact with public and private industry leaders in the respective sectors. The essential functions of the position are to: • Utilize the rural strategy, the state's economic development strategy and related documents to develop and implement the state's strategy to build the forest and cannabis products and the agritech sectors, which will result in fostering more businesses recruited, retained and expanded in this field. And therefore, result in more jobs as well. • Work with economic development policy leaders to gain a shared policy direction related to forest products, cannabis products and agritech. • Serve as the agency and state point of contact for forest products, cannabis products and agritech industry organizations. • Work directly with the forest products, cannabis products and agritech industries to recruit, retain and expand in Washington. • Speak on behalf of the agency and the state on forest products, cannabis products and the agritech industry (and related topics). Qualifications Required Education, Experience, and Competencies. • Bachelor's degree in engineering, sciences, biotechnology, economic development, business or a related field. • Minimum five years of experience in public policy or one or more of the sectors. • Strong written, verbal and presentation skills. • Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders. • Sensitivity to public attitudes and concerns. • Ability to understand and balance diverse rural, forest products and economic development perspectives. Preferred/Desired Education, Experience, and Competencies. • Master's degree/PhD or other related professional certifications strongly desired. • Previous experience working in a legislative or public policy environment. Supplemental Information To be considered for this position the following are needed: • A complete and detailed online application • A Cover letter (enter online); • At least three (3) professional references (enter online). The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of your application. All information may be verified and documentation may be required. For questions about this recruitment, please contact Jose Dominguez at 360-810-0182 or . Work From Anywhere In Washington State This position may be located anywhere within Washington state though occasional travel to a Commerce office building or in-state travel to attend events or meetings may be required. If selected, you will need to travel to pick up equipment and receive instruction. Many Commerce employees work remote or have a hybrid schedule. However, it is anticipated that interviews for this position will be held using virtual videoconferencing. You will work with your supervisor to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance, including telework and reporting to a duty station for work activities, if needed. Important Notice Per Governor Inslee's , state employees must be fully vaccinated prior to your first day of employment. Your vaccine status will be verified prior to an offer of employment. Please reach out to Human Resources Specialist Jimmie Wimberly at if you need information on medical or religious accommodation. Additional Information: The Washington State Department of Commerce is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (360) 725-2650. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. Expected salary: $101626 - 129166 per year Location: USA Apply for the job now! [ad_2] Apply tot his job Apply To this Job