Executive Director, Economic Development Job at Confidential, Orangeburg, SC

c3NZRkNhWUw2QzdtMklHSCsxeWhiS2FXQ3c9PQ==
  • Confidential
  • Orangeburg, SC

Job Description

Executive Director, Economic Development

About the Company

Locally-focused economic development agency

Industry
Government Administration

Type
Government Agency

Employees
1-10

Specialties

  • workforce training
  • certified sites identification
  • incentives facilitation
  • infrastructure assistance
  • and excellent utility network

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director for Economic Development. The successful candidate will be a strategic and results-driven leader with a proven track record in industrial, manufacturing, and commercial growth. This role involves developing and executing county-wide economic development strategies, aligning policies to attract high-impact projects, and managing the full lifecycle of business recruitment. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on business retention and expansion, particularly in the areas of workforce development and support for existing industries. They should be adept at public-sector leadership, community engagement, and fostering regional partnerships to drive sustainable economic growth. Applicants for the Executive Director position should hold a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) and have at least 5 years' of experience in economic development or a related field. The role requires a candidate with strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, as well as in-depth knowledge of local, state, and federal economic development policies. Experience in advanced manufacturing, life sciences, technology, and related sectors is essential. The ideal candidate will be practical, innovative, and regionally-minded, with the ability to position the county competitively for industrial investment. A background in public-sector leadership, including experience with incentive programs, zoning, and permitting processes, is also highly valued.

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

  • CEO/President
  • Non-Profit Management
Confidential

Job Tags

Local area,

Similar Jobs

Eleutheria Wellness

Teacher for the Visually Impaired Job at Eleutheria Wellness

 ...headquartershome to therapy services, yoga programs, and our own private special education schoolto our partnerships with schools and organizations across...  ...and learning continuums. Instruction & Integration: Teach specialized skills, including braille, orientation and... 

Safeway

Meat Cutter Job at Safeway

Job OverviewWere looking for a hardworking and customerfocused Meat/Seafood Department Clerk to join our team! In this role, youll assist with preparing, packaging, and displaying fresh meat and seafood products while ensuring topnort quality and food safety standards... 

Luxottica

Sales Associate - Countryside Mall Macys Job at Luxottica

 ...Sales Associate - Countryside Mall Macys We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care... 

Powerback Rehabilitation

Program Lead-PB Rehab OT Job at Powerback Rehabilitation

 ...active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school. With over 38 years of trusted service, our...  ...and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and... 

Lynkx Staffing LLC

Qualtiy Control Compliance Investigator Job at Lynkx Staffing LLC

 ...Job Description Job Description QC Microbiology Compliance Investigator Allendale, NJ Lynkx Staffing LLC specializes in placing talented professionals in the Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical and Medical Device, IT & Human Resources disciplines in New Jersey. Leads life...