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$57/hr–$62/hr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Competitive benefits package
Posted 7d ago
Apply by Aug 20
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Director serves as the lead advisor for energy-related economic development, coordinating with utilities and developers to support business growth. They manage cross-sector partnerships and provide technical expertise to facilitate energy infrastructure projects and business site selection.
Requirements
Candidates should have seven years of progressively responsible experience in economic development, utilities, or a related field. A bachelor's degree is preferred, and the role requires strong relationship-building and project management skills.
Full job description
DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC ENERGY PARTNERSHIPS
The Director of Strategic Energy Partnerships serves as the
Utah Governor's Office of Economic Development's (GOED) lead advisor and
subject matter expert for energy-related economic development. As Utah
experiences growing demand for power driven by business expansion, advanced
manufacturing, data centers, and emerging industries, this role supports GOED's
efforts to help ensure the energy needs of new and expanding businesses are
addressed through coordination with the Utah Office of Energy Development, utilities,
energy developers, and other key partners.
The position supports GOED's Economic Growth team by providing expertise on
energy-related opportunities and challenges affecting business recruitment,
expansion, retention, and site selection projects. Serving as GOED's primary
connection to the Utah Office of Energy Development, the role helps align
economic development priorities with the state's broader energy strategy while
coordinating with utilities, energy developers, local governments, and other
state agencies to help businesses navigate complex energy issues.
The position helps strengthen Utah's economic competitiveness by fostering
partnerships across the public and private sectors that support reliable energy
solutions for business growth. While the role coordinates closely with the
Office of Energy Development, it does not establish energy policy or regulate
utilities.
POSITION DETAILS
& COMMITMENT
Salary – $57.69 - $62.50/hr
Work Format – Hybrid (At least two days in person at GOED - 60 E South Temple Ste 300, Salt Lake City)
Schedule Code – AC - Employees in Offices of Elected Officials
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Application Deadline – 11:59 PM (MDT) on August 19, 2026
*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide strategic energy expertise and technical support to GOED's Economic Growth team on business recruitment, expansion, retention, and site selection projects.
Partner with GOED's Economic Growth team to support companies with significant energy needs and connect them with the appropriate public and private partners.
Serve as GOED's primary liaison to the Utah Office of Energy Development and coordinate energy-related collaboration between GOED, utilities, energy developers, businesses, and other stakeholders.
Lead cross-sector partnerships that support business recruitment, expansion, and strategic energy projects.
Coordinate with the Office of Energy Development, utilities, energy developers, local governments, and other state agencies to help remove barriers to business investment and strategic energy projects.
Support site selection efforts by helping businesses understand energy infrastructure, capacity, and service availability.
Help advance energy generation and infrastructure projects by connecting developers with appropriate public and private partners.
Build relationships with utilities, industry associations, regional economic development organizations, site selectors, and strategic partners.
Monitor energy and infrastructure trends and provide recommendations to GOED leadership.
Represent GOED on interagency energy initiatives and facilitate collaboration between the business community, the Office of Energy Development, utilities, and other public and private partners.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required. An equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience will be considered.
Seven years of progressively responsible experience in economic development, business development, utilities, infrastructure, government relations, commercial real estate, corporate site selection, industrial development, or a related field.
Experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with business, government, and industry leaders.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with utilities, energy developers, or large industrial energy users.
Experience supporting advanced manufacturing, data center, large-load, or energy infrastructure projects.
Knowledge of utility interconnection, transmission planning, energy infrastructure, or industrial site selection.
Familiarity with Utah's economic development ecosystem.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Strong relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.
Ability to coordinate complex public-private initiatives.
Strategic problem-solving and project management skills.
Knowledge of economic development principles and partnership development.
Ability to represent GOED with professionalism and sound judgment.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM GOED is a fast-paced,
dynamic office staffed with a hard-working, passionate team with diverse
experiences and expertise. We strive to match your interests and strengths with
our office needs. Working in this office will give you direct, hands-on
experience. This job will grow your professional skills and capabilities. The
State of Utah offers a highly competitive benefits package. Click HERE to review.
WHO WE ARE The Governor’s Office of
Economic Development (GOED) champions Gov. Cox’s commitment to providing
economic opportunity for all Utahns. The office supports Utah entrepreneurs and
businesses. We work to retain and recruit companies and bring more high-paying
jobs to Utah. In addition, we work with industries, Utah regions, communities,
and nonprofits to implement strategic economic development plans and reinforce
Utah’s already diverse, prosperous economy. We utilize federal and state
resources and private sector contracts to cultivate economic prosperity for all
Utahns.
EEO STATEMENT The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.
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UDOT’s vision is as simple and straightforward as our name. We aim to Keep Utah Moving. That includes everything from improving our roads and traffic lights to providing alternate means of getting from A to B, like bike lanes and public transit. We want to make sure that whatever is being moved, freight and cargo or the people in a vehicle, arrives safe and promptly. It isn’t easy, but Keeping Utah Moving is what keeps UDOT going.
Offices: 4501 S 2700 W, Taylorsville, UTAH 84114, US · 166 W Southwell St., Ogden, UTAH 84044, US · 2010 S 2760 W, Salt Lake City, UTAH 84104, US · 658 N 1500 W, Orem, UTAH 84057, US · 210 W 800 S, Richfield, Utah 84701, US
TransportationRoad ConstructionTraffic OperationsActive Transportationand InfrastructureMuseums and Historical SitesRecreationLegalRehabilitationEducation