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City Of Roswell

Economic Development Analyst

Roswell, GA · On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

Research and Strategic Planning Support Provides analytical support for economic development plans, redevelopment strategies, target industry initiatives, workforce development efforts, and ...

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Economic Development Coordinator

Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development

Hendersonville, NC • On-site

$50K - $65K/yr

Other

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Position: Economic Development Coordinator

Are you a versatile professional who enjoys supporting meaningful projects and helping communities thrive? Become an integral member of a small, passionate team making a big impact in Henderson County.


The Economic Development Coordinator is an operations and project-based role that blends marketing, communications, and community engagement to support the long-term vision of HCPED.


Key Responsibilities

·        Coordinate marketing including website, collateral, and Portal

·        Oversee administrative functions, including database management, invoicing, and meeting minutes.

·        Oversee Membership and resource development

·        Support strategic projects and research across all program areas.

·        Coordinate logistics, resources, and vendor engagement for community and partner events.

·        Adapt to various priorities in support of a dynamic organization.


Ideal Candidate

·         Flexible, curious, and passionate about community development.

·        Strong writer and organizer; capable of juggling multiple priorities.

·         Knowledge of economic development, nonprofit work, or public-sector project management.

·         Comfort with communication platforms and Microsoft

·         Eager to learn about Henderson County’s manufacturing growth.


What You’ll Gain

·        Opportunity to work directly on projects that impact the community.

·        Flexible, creative work environment with space to learn and grow.

·         Mentorship and professional development in the economic development field.


How to Apply

To be considered, please submit the following to brittany@hcped.org by August 14th.  Only material submitted via email will be reviewed.

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter – Tell us why you're excited about this role, how your experience aligns with HCPED’s mission, and what you can bring to our team. Also include your desired salary.

3. 3-Minute Video Response – Please submit a short video (3 minutes or less) addressing the following questions:

- Why are you interested in this position?

- What do you know about our organization?

- What is your ideal work environment?

- What are your strengths?

- Where do you see yourself in five years?

- Why should we hire you?

We’re not expecting a polished video—just an authentic introduction to help us get to know you. Feel free to use your phone, Zoom, or any simple recording tool.

Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Priority consideration will be given to submissions received by August 14,2026

Salary Range: $50,000–$65,000 based on experience

Work Type: Full-time preferred (flexibility for part-time); some after-hours event support.

HCPED is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that reflects the diverse perspectives and strengths of the communities we serve and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

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