Program Manager, Entrepreneurship Development

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Indiana Economic Development Corporation :

Bring your biggest and boldest ideas to life as an employee of the IEDC. We are a fast-paced and forward-thinking team charged with pursuing economic development opportunities for current and future Hoosiers in our state and around the world. Our culture embodies the spirit of being bold and working collaboratively to create the economy of the future.

The IEDC is organized as a public private partnership led by the Secretary of Commerce and governed by a board chaired by the Governor of Indiana.

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation has been recognized as one of the 2023, 2024, and 2025 Top Workplaces by Indianapolis Star.

Role Overview :

The Program Manager, Entrepreneurship Development is responsible for managing the day-today operations of entrepreneurship, small business, and innovation programs on the Entrepreneurship and Small Business team. This individual is responsible for aiding in the implementation and execution of the projects and programs related to supporting Indiana entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Salary Statement :

The salary range for this position is $63,787 - $66,000 annually.

A Day in the Life : Program Management :

• Assist in planning and executing entrepreneurship development programming in alignment with team strategic goals and priorities
• Manage day-to-day operations of economic development programming for team including, but not limited to, financial management, data management, partner management, intake, etc. for programs.
• Advise VP of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Development on programming, management, and policy matters
• Research best practices in entrepreneurship and innovation-based economic development, and assist with policy and resource development
• Meet with potential and accepted users of entrepreneurship programs to discuss eligibility, process, and acceptable uses of funds

Operations and Process Management :

Resource Development

What You'll Need for Success :

EDUCATION :

Minimum :

EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE :

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Preferred :

ABILITIES :

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana :

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes :

160 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

Equal Employment Opportunity :

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov .