Careers

San Diego Regional EDC is a 20+ person team, dedicated to mobilizing business, government, and civic leaders around an inclusive economic development strategy to connect data to decision making, maximize regional prosperity, enhance global competitiveness, and position San Diego effectively for investment and talent.

EDC values diversity of thought, experience, and perspectives, and encourages individuals with non-traditional backgrounds to apply for the below position(s). We are a passionate group of professionals committed to supporting inclusive economic growth in San Diego, and we welcome applicants who are eager to learn and join us in this important work. We support regional companies and create programs and initiatives that grow our economy.

EDC offers:

  • Excellent benefits – Health, Vision, Dental, 401k match, and Life Insurance. Hybrid schedule.
  • A collaborative work environment where ideas are encouraged. You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference in your community and contribute from day one!
  • Subsidized parking or transit pass. EDC’s office is located in San Diego’s vibrant downtown.
  • The opportunity to lead initiatives and network, present, and collaborate with key business contacts – in San Diego and beyond.

Our values:

COLLABORATION, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, INCLUSION

In accordance with EDC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards, we require all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to safeguard the health of our employees and their families; our stakeholders and visitors; and the community at large. This policy will comply with all applicable laws and is based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local health authorities, as applicable.

Please no unsolicited calls or emails regarding employment or internship opportunities.

EDC has one open position at this time. Details and application below.

Please no unsolicited calls or emails.

Position Announcement & Job Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation (EDC) mobilizes business, government, and civic leaders around an inclusive economic development strategy to connect data to decision-making, maximize regional prosperity, enhance global competitiveness, and position San Diego effectively for investment and talent. The organization is funded by 150 investors—companies, nonprofits, government agencies, and academic institutions—from across San Diego County.

GENERAL FUNCTION

Deliver services and programming as a member of the Talent Initiatives team, with a targeted focus on EDC’s Advancing San Diego program which aims to expand connectivity between talent at regional training programs with career opportunities in high-growth, high-demand fields within the innovation economy. The role also includes coordinating talent development and retention efforts in alignment with organization and regional inclusive growth efforts, including transactional work with employers. This position reports to the Director, Talent Initiatives.

EDC’s core values are collaboration, integrity, accountability, and inclusion. Constantly seeking diversity of thought, experience, and perspectives, EDC encourages individuals with non-traditional backgrounds to apply for this position. We are a passionate group of 25 professionals committed to supporting inclusive economic growth in San Diego and are especially interested in applicants who are eager to learn and join us in this important work.

To learn more about EDC’s talent initiatives, visit the advancingsd.org, sandiegolifechanging.org, and inclusivesd.org.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Program ManagementManage programming to develop and retain talent in the San Diego region.

  • Maintain the Advancing San Diego budget as well as relationships with core partners. Help to source and develop proposals for potential funding opportunities
  • Oversee and execute existing EDC talent programming to connect regional training institutions (colleges, universities, and others) with public and private sector hiring teams
  • Engage employers to identify cross-cutting gaps in current and projected talent pipelines
  • Form strategic collaborations with academic institutions to address projected skillset gaps
  • Be knowledgeable of Labor Market Information data that informs talent strategies
  • Form and maintain relationships with educators to relay demand in high-growth, high-demand fields
  • Work with EDC’s Marketing team to position the region as a top-destination for talent
  • Evaluate and implement strategy to strengthen program value propositions

Client Project ManagementSupport talent attraction and retention through direct company work and coordination of strategic programs.

  • Conduct outreach meetings with senior executives in target industries and support decision makers in triaging issues and challenges
  • Work to build relationships with industry stakeholders, civic leaders, and partner organizations, and leverage wider EDC investor networks to form creative solutions to company talent challenges
  • Partner with other key organizations in the space to support a regional summer internship program
  • Maintain Salesforce database with meeting notes, project progress, and key contact information

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

  • Excellent writer, able to compose blogs, emails, event invitations, and other forms of mass communication. The Manager will author content related to talent team’s activities, findings, and accomplishments.
  • Savvy researcher, able to find relevant data through public sources and compile it in a digestible format with little guidance. The Manager will regularly update and reference data related to San Diego’s talent pipeline including enrollment in K-12, community colleges, and universities, as well as general labor market information (LMI). The Manager will also lead on developing and deploying surveys to employers to gain a real-time picture of the talent landscape.
  • Great verbal communicator, able to present to external audiences and identify key podium opportunities where EDC’s thought leadership is relevant. The Manager will, on a regular basis, have to communicate by email, virtually, and in-person with key business leaders from across San Diego.
  • Organized and motivated, able to lead internal and external meetings, build consensus with key partners, and oversee Coordinator in administrative and logistical responsibilities as needed. The Manager will be expected to operate the program independently, while keeping the team Director and other organizational leaders regularly updated.
  • Resourceful and a quick learner, with some familiarity using the following tools:
    • spreadsheets (ex: Excel, Google Sheets, Smartsheet)
    • word processing software (ex: Microsoft Word, Google Docs)
    • presentation software (ex: PowerPoint)
    • databases (ex: Salesforce)
    • survey tools (ex: Qualtrics)
    • creative design platforms (ex: Canva, Figma, InDesign, etc.)
  • Existing interest in and/or knowledge of corporate hiring practices, talent attraction strategies, regional workforce development programs, and/or Talent Pipeline Management® are a bonus.

Salary Range: $66,500-85,000

Please apply using the following link by 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 20:

APPLICATION FORM HERE

Please, no phone calls or email submissions. 

Internships at EDC

Check out our available part-time internship opportunities HERE. Please no unsolicited calls or emails regarding employment or internships.

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