Economic Development Specialist

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Under general direction, the Economic Development Specialist is responsible for creating, maintaining, and implementing the BCEDC’s Business Retention and Engagement Program. Demonstrates the ability to work with Beaufort County businesses, municipal departments, and regional partners to resolve complex problems, provide support, and connect them with available resources. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Maintains, implements, and continuously improves the BCEDC retention and expansion program -- existing industry visits and following up on action items that arise.  
• Coordinates with regional partners for the retention/expansion of existing Beaufort County businesses acting as a liaison with workforce development, infrastructure, and utility resources. 
• Supports various businesses and stakeholders by developing close working relationships. 
• Supports development and maintenance of investor relations (private sector fundraising) program. 
• Prepares detailed written reports, database updates and presentations on business activities, industry sectors and market trends. 
• Tracks activities and updates the BCEDC Customer Relationship Management System (CRM – Executive Pulse). 
• Organizes and facilitates industry roundtables and business retention events. 
• Supports business recruitment efforts. 
• Supports marketing team with campaigns, website updates, social media.   
• Plans, develops, implements, and manages special projects both directly and indirectly related to economic development, as assigned. 
• Attends professional development training and stays current on new economic development trends, ideas, and practices. 
• Attends BCEDC meetings and provides presentations. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

• Requires bachelor’s degree. 
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED: 

Requires South Carolina Driver's License or ability to obtain a driver's license within 6 months of date of hire. Completion of an IEDC accredited Basic Economic Development Course within 6 months of date of hire. 

LOCATION: Beaufort County, South Carolina 

LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE: Entry 

TO APPLY SEND RESUME TO: John O’Toole, jotoole@beaufortscedc.org