NEOGOV · 5 months ago
Economic Development Coordinator
Economic Development - 1033 West Meeting St Lancaster SC 29720, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$42K/yr - $50K/yr
2+ years expNEOGOV is part of Lancaster County Government, focused on economic development initiatives. The Economic Development Coordinator will support the Department’s Director and staff, manage records, assist with budgeting, and coordinate communication with various stakeholders.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
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
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
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
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
Preferred
WordPress website knowledge a plus
Benefits
State of South Carolina Blue Cross Blue Shield Health & Dental Insurance
Eyemed Vision Insurance
SC State Retirement /Or PORS Retirement System for eligible Public Safety positions
Long Term Disability
Family Medical Leave
Paid Annual Leave and Sick Time (accrued bi-weekly)
Bi-weekly Pay Schedule
On-site Health Clinic
Employee Wellness Programs
Discount YMCA Membership
Lunch & Learn Programs
Optional 401k and Deferred Comp Plans
Optional Short Term Disability (Colonial Life)
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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