Manager, Interagency Affairs

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, youll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, youll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the 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 Manager, Interagency Affairs supports the successful attraction, expansion and execution of business development projects in Indiana by coordinating cross-agency engagement, advancing strategic economic development initiatives, and helping domestic and international companies navigate the state's business environment. This includes collaborating with internal teams, external partners, and state agencies to ensure efficient operations, clear communication, and effective advocacy. This role also manages select economic development programs.

Salary:

The salary range for this position is $63,787 - $66,000, commensurate with education and work experience.

A Day in the Life:

Business Development Project Support:

• Support business attraction and expansion projects by coordinating interagency engagement and helping companies navigate state processes.
• Partner with business development teams to identify and resolve project barriers impacting timelines, permitting, infrastructure, workforce, or regulatory needs.
• Assist in advancing strategic projects from prospect stage through execution and transition to account management.
• Coordinate with state agencies, utilities, regional economic development organizations, and external stakeholders to support project success.
• Develop and maintain working knowledge of Indiana's economic development tools, incentive programs, and competitive advantages

Policy & Legislative Affairs:

• Analyze state and national economic development programs.
• Review and support development of state economic development projects.

Interagency Coordination:

• Build and maintain strong cross‑agency relationships.
• Identify opportunities to improve interagency coordination.
• Facilitate cross-team scheduling

Program Management:

• Oversee daily operations of assigned economic development programs.
• Collaborate with leadership to support long‑term program sustainability.
• Support business clients through agreement to accounts management process

Communications & Constituent Support:

• Draft letters and official correspondence for key applications and requests.
• Respond to inquiries from the Governor's Office, Lieutenant Governor's Office, and regional stakeholders.
• Communicate clearly with internal staff and external stakeholders.

Leadership & Team Interaction:

• Foster a collaborative, accountable team culture.
• Support cross-functional collaboration across business development, strategy, legal, and external affairs teams.

What Youll need for Success:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business, public affairs, communications or related field preferred.

Experience:

• 3-5 years' experience in Government Affairs, Economic Development, Public Policy or related field.
• Experience coordinating complex projects across multiple stakeholders or agencies.
• Experience working with private sector clients, corporate partners, and external stakeholders.
• Experience in program or project management.

Knowledge of:

• State and local government operations and economic development processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to:

• Manage complex issues with high level of professionalism and discretion
• Interpret statutory and regulatory language
• Apply excellent communication skills
• Apply strong analytical skills
• Travel occasionally within the State, and on a limited basis.
• Manage multiple tasks and projects with attention to detail and organizational skills while prioritizing workload; effectively operate as a member of a team.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

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

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

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

• Up to 16 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 192 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

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.