REV Program Manager

$10,200 - $95,592/Yr

State Of Illinois - McHenry, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

McHenry, IL

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The REV Program Manager will oversee the implementation of the Reimagining Electric Vehicle in Illinois Act, focusing on making Illinois a central hub for electric vehicle production in the U.S. This role involves developing tax incentives for eligible companies, reviewing applications, and promoting Illinois as a prime location for business in the clean energy sector. The ideal candidate will be passionate about creating high-paying jobs in electric vehicles and battery manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Organizes, controls, and evaluates business development incentives related to the Reimagining Electric Vehicles (REV) in Illinois Act.
• Plans, manages, and controls the objectives of the Business Development Reimagining Electric Vehicles in Illinois Act.
• Serves as a subject matter expert on the REV Act regarding rules, application, and operationalization.
• Acts as a full line supervisor.
• Represents the agency before various private and public groups on state and local levels regarding the mission, goals, and program objectives of business development programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required within the scope of the position.

Requirements

• Completion of four (4) years of college, preferably in business administration, public administration, or political science.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Nice-to-haves

• At least one year of experience managing economic development programs, including grants, loans, tax incentives, or technical assistance.
• Three or more years of professional experience in economics, marketing, and/or business administration.
• Two or more years of experience in policy or document writing and review.
• At least one year of experience managing government programs including tax incentives and grant programs.
• Three years of experience developing program goals and measurable objectives.
• Two years of experience working with business communities to ensure compliance with program requirements.
• Three years of experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Two years of experience collecting and analyzing data, developing recommendations, and presenting them to executive staff.

Benefits

• Flexible work hours
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities