Economic Development Coordinator

Job Title

Performs complex professional, administrative, analytical, and program management work supporting the Economic Development Director and independently administering assigned economic development programs, projects, and departmental initiatives.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks

1. Departmental Program Administration and Strategic Support

2. Business Recruitment and Project Management

3. Business Retention and Expansion Coordination

4. Research, Data & Reporting

5. Marketing, Communications & Branding

6. Property, Site & Project Coordination

7. Incentives, Grants & Compliance

8. Department and Program Administration

9. Relationship Management & Professional Representation

10. Performs related duties and special assignments as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of economic development, business principles, business processes, industry sectors, and local government operations.
• Ability to coordinate multiple simultaneous projects with strict attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare professional reports, summaries, and presentations.
• Strong reporting and data organization skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, business information systems, digital platforms, and reporting tools
• Ability to review and understand maps, zoning codes, utility infrastructure information, and demographic data.
• Ability to maintain strong relationships with partners, businesses, community groups, and stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Skill in organizing meetings, coordinating logistics, and preparing agendas and follow-ups.
• Marketing and design awareness; ability to support light design tasks or collaborate with Communications.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, establish priorities among multiple assignments, exercise sound professional judgment, and recognize matters requiring consultation with or approval of the Director.

Minimum Education & Training

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Planning, Marketing, Economic Development, or a related field;
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in professional administration, project or program coordination, business operations, economic development, local government, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience independently coordinating projects, programs, departmental operations, or complex assignments involving multiple stakeholders is strongly preferred.
• Experience in economic development, business operations, business recruitment, business retention and expansion, land development, or local government is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements

This is light work requiring exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally; tasks involve frequent walking, standing, fingering, grasping, repetitive motions, and extensive computer work.

Special Requirements

• Valid North Carolina Driver's License.
• Ability to work evenings, early mornings, or weekends for events, tours, or deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding active projects and business matters.
• Completion of Economic Development training and/or coursework is encouraged.