VEDP, Richmond

Careers

For almost three decades, the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) has served as Virginia’s economic development authority. Like the Commonwealth it serves, VEDP has long been regarded as among the best in the country because of its stable leadership and nimble, creative, mission-focused operations. VEDP is a nonpartisan organization governed by a board of directors that spans gubernatorial administrations.

The Team

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is the state economic development authority for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Created in 1995, VEDP collaborates with local, regional, and state partners to encourage the expansion and diversification of Virginia’s economy. VEDP works to accomplish these objectives through a variety of activities, including marketing and lead generation; business retention, expansion, and attraction; trade development; business intelligence; competitive benchmarking; site development; performance-based incentives; and talent solutions.

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Opportunities

VEDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or against otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities.

VEDP is a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program employer with ongoing plans to recruit, hire, and retain veterans.

Executive Assistant

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide administrative, technical, and programmatic support to the Senior Vice President of Policy and Strategic Partnerships and the Vice President of External Affairs. The successful candidate will have significant experience working in a collaborative, high-volume, fast-paced environment that requires strong attention to detail with minimal supervision. This person must be able to prioritize and effectively manage multiple projects, communicate effectively, work well under pressure to meet deadlines, exhibit sound judgment in making decisions, and maintain confidentiality on sensitive matters.

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Research Director

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking a Research Director to lead a team of five analysts and economists within the Research Division. This team supports VEDP’s mission by producing data, information, and insights on target sectors, specific companies, and Virginia’s competitiveness relative to other states. It is a highly collaborative position that works with stakeholders across the organization, state government, and other partner organizations.

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Business Manager

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an experienced economic development professional to successfully promote Virginia to targeted corporate executives and consultants as the preferred location for new and expanding business facilities.

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International Business Development Manager - Northwest

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an experienced international business development professional to assist Virginia-based companies in generating international sales. This is a unique opportunity to work with a broad range of companies from the Northwest region of Virginia as they grow their export sales. By recruiting and managing a portfolio of companies to participate in VEDP International Trade’s programs and services, this position will consult with companies to provide advice and guidance on entering new international markets. This position will facilitate access to international trade development resources provided by VEDP, such as customized market research, international matchmaking, export compliance, and grants to help Virginia companies grow their international sales.

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Research and Data Analyst

The Virginia Office of Education Economics (VOEE) housed within the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking a Data Analyst to support a portfolio of ongoing work that includes the development and analysis of data sets to examine Labor Supply/Demand, Career Pathways, Skills, and other areas of interest in education and workforce. Recently created through legislation, VOEE is tasked with providing a unified, consistent source of data and analysis on talent and education and labor market alignment. VOEE’s work will inform policy and practice changes and lead to innovation throughout the Commonwealth to improve outcomes for students, workers, and industry. This position is an opportunity to join this new team at VEDP and help build this first in the nation office.

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Economic Development Intern

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an Intern for the Regional Talent Solutions and Business Outreach Team during the fall of 2022 (8 weeks). This energetic self-starting individual is seeking on-the-job experience in economic development or public administration and will perform a variety of projects.

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Salesforce Analyst Intern

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an energetic, self-starting individual who is seeking on-the-job experience in Salesforce.com to join the Salesforce Team for an 8-week internship. The selected intern will gain valuable experience working alongside a dedicated team and will play a supporting role in fulfilling the team’s primary responsibilities. The responsibilities of the intern may vary based on the applicant’s interest and experience.

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Regional Business Outreach Manager (Northern Virginia)

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking a Regional Business Outreach Manager for its Regional Talent Solutions and Business Outreach Division. This position will conduct business outreach, representing VEDP, to assist growing Virginia companies with their recruitment and training needs and help companies leverage available programs to support their growth.

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Supply Chain Program Specialist

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking a Supply Chain Program Specialist to assist with program outreach and provide administrative support to Virginia businesses wishing to optimize their supply chain management processes through Virginia’s Supply Chain Optimization Program. This position will report to and support the Supply Chain Program Manager.

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Cartographer

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking a Cartographer to create and maintain cartographic products that help clients and staff understand the strengths of Virginia as a business location and secure new jobs and investment for the Commonwealth. One of the few state economic development organizations with an in-house GIS team, VEDP is on the forefront of using cartography and other data visuals to develop compelling client materials.

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Regional Business Outreach Manager (Hampton Roads)

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Executive Vice President

VEDP is seeking to hire an Executive Vice President (EVP) who will play a central role in achieving VEDP’s transformational economic development goals by strategically leading enhancements in the design and implementation of VEDP’s business investment, research, incentives, and marketing functions.

Candidates for this position will be screened and evaluated by Jorgenson Consulting (www.jci-inc.net), the search firm retained by VEDP. For consideration, please submit a letter of interest and résumé to Jorgenson Consulting, Inc. at VEDP-EVP [at] jci-inc.net.

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Events Manager

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an Events Manager to manage all aspects of events for the organization. This position will be responsible for coordinating logistical components of VEDP’s events, including trade shows, marketing missions, site selection consultant events, conferences, and familiarization tours.

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Vice President of Incentives

The Vice President of Incentives (VP) will lead VEDP’s Division of Incentives, established in the Code of Virginia, with responsibility for reviewing, vetting, tracking, and coordinating economic development incentives administered by VEDP and aligning those incentives with economic development incentives offered by other entities in the Commonwealth.

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VEDP’s leaders encouraged me to follow my passion and when a position in the HR department opened, I applied. When I got the job, everyone involved made my transition seamless. I am happy to work for an organization that not only wants their employees to succeed but helps them further their careers in different fields.

Elle Ketcher Human Resources Coordinator

VEDP, Richmond

Benefits

VEDP offers a wide range of benefits to support you and your dependents inside and outside of work. For complete benefits package information refer to the Employee Benefit Highlights.

Benefit Highlights

Leave (Paid Time Off)

Annual/Personal Leave (16 days per year, increases every 5th year)
Paid Holidays (13 days per year)
Parental Leave (eligible after 1 year of employment)

Wellness

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Virginia Sickness and Disability Program
Life Insurance

Additional Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement (eligible after 1 year of employment)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Legal Resources
Free Parking at all VEDP locations

Retirement

Robust Hybrid Retirement Plan with Both Pension and Defined Contribution Benefits

Giving Back

Community Service Leave (2 days per year to volunteer or attend school functions)

Diversity and Inclusion

At VEDP, we aim to foster an environment where people are valued and feel like they belong. We encourage people to be their authentic selves and work together to leverage our collective differences and similarities as strengths.