The University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services (CIS) is recruiting a Solutions Consultant (IPS Public Service Professional 2) to serve the Tennessee Manufacturing Extension Program (TN MEP) in the Chattanooga and greater Southeastern Tennessee Area (Region 6), which stretches from McMinn and Polk counties in the Eastern side of the region to Grundy and Marion counties on the western side of the region. TN MEP provides consulting and training services to help manufacturers and communities grow, succeed, and create high quality jobs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Solutions Consultant is responsible for CIS and TN MEP business development and economic outreach activities in the Southeast Tennessee area. Key responsibilities include cultivating manufacturing customers; developing and managing customer projects; consistently engaging clients to ensure long-term success and positive economic impact of delivered services; developing partnerships with professional associations and economic development organizations; and conducting marketing outreach along with some administrative duties.