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As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for contractual entry level economic development in the United States is $67,805.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Entry Level Economic Development vs Contractual Entry Level Urban Planning?

AspectContractual Entry Level Economic DevelopmentContractual Entry Level Urban Planning
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Economics, Public Policy, or related fieldBachelor's in Urban Planning, Geography, or related field
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, economic development organizationsMunicipal planning departments, consulting firms
Employer & Industry UsageFocuses on economic growth, business attractionFocuses on land use, community development
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

Contractual Entry Level Economic Development roles primarily focus on promoting economic growth and attracting businesses, often working with government agencies or economic organizations. In contrast, Contractual Entry Level Urban Planning emphasizes land use, zoning, and community development. While both roles require related credentials and work in public sector environments, their core responsibilities differ, making them distinct career paths within the broader urban and economic development fields.

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Infographic showing various Contractual Entry Level Economic Development job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 53% Full Time, 40% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,805 per year, or $32.6 per hour.

Economic Development Coordinator

Lancaster County Government

Lancaster, SC

$42K - $50K/yr

Other

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Description Under general supervision, performs a variety of general office, clerical, technical, compliance, existing and new business and related support duties for the Department's Director and its professional staff. Examples of Duties Provides assistance to the Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB) which includes preparing and distributing agendas and related materials, and taking and preparing minutes for record and appropriate legally required follow up to EDAB actions and other legal requirements. Maintains calendar of meetings for EDAB, which meets approximately every two months.

Provides professional telephone, and walk-in reception when needed; provides information and assistance to the public as may be required. Maintains Department record keeping and paper/electronic lists. Handles the responsibility for filing, record keeping and invoice and other payment processing.

Maintains Department's annual calendar. Maintains a list of contacts necessary for the operation of the Department. Demonstrates proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, and department specific software to include Salesforce and other licensed modeling programs.

Has a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc. Creates documents, or proofs documents as needed, or requested, for spelling, grammar, accuracy, and format. Perform general office duties including greeting clients, ordering supplies, and helping to maintain a functional office environment.

Operates a variety of office equipment and machinery such as copy machine, telephone, calculator, conference room visual, audio, and related connections, computer, etc. Responsible for maintaining all contracts for contractual services provided for Department. Coordinates computer system upgrades and repair as needed with Information Technology Department.

Responsible for assisting in the Department's Budgeting process and for monitoring Department's budget during the fiscal year, and for making recommendations for greater efficiency. Responsible for tracking and monitoring grant funds and submission of related documents. Works with auditing and others to develop an efficient method of maintaining existing business compliance, to include but not limited to annual submission of businesses' PT-300S form.

With assistance, or independently, timely responds to external Requests for Information. Becomes knowledgeable of Federal, State and County Economic Development Incentives. Works with internal and external legal counsel as needed or directed in connection with new and existing FILOT (Fee in Lieu of Taxes) agreements.

Handles the responsibility for purchasing Department materials and supplies. Receives and/or reviews various records and reports. Interacts, communicates and works cooperatively with other departments, County officials, outside agencies, and the general public.

Reports to the Director of Economic Development. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS The Economic Development Coordinator assists with the development of paper-based and electronic marketing materials. Assists in maintaining the Department website to include working internally and externally with others in order to maintain the accuracy of the website, www.lcded.com, to include working with information providers to maintain current property and site listings in an error-free manner

Performs related duties, including special projects, as required or directed by the Director. Typical Qualifications Requires a college diploma and a minimum of two years prior related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. WordPress website knowledge a plus.

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