NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Director of Community Competitiveness - Economic Development
Economic Development, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$76K/yr - $100K/yr
7+ years expCharleston County Economic Development (CCED) is seeking a strategic, collaborative leader to serve as the Director of Community Competitiveness. This role focuses on enhancing the region’s economic competitiveness by addressing community challenges that impact business growth and workforce participation.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with Charleston County Community Development and Revitalization Department, municipalities, housing organizations, and private sector partners to support the development or diverse housing options aligned with the needs of the community’s workforce
Partner with Charleston County Community Development and Revitalization Department, nonprofits, service providers, and public agencies to address homelessness as both a community and workforce issue
Advocate for and support improved transit access and multimodal connectivity that links residents to employment centers, education and services
Advance initiatives and partnerships that expand access to affordable childcare and eldercare, enabling greater workforce participation
Design and implement targeted pilot programs that upskill residents in disadvantaged neighborhoods, connecting them with higher wage employment opportunities and long-term career paths
Collaborate with regional partners in tourism, hospitality, arts, and placemaking to enhance the livability and experience of Charleston County
Support the development of quality-of-life assets—such as parks, cultural spaces, and public infrastructure—that contribute to talent attraction and business recruitment efforts
Lead strategic planning and implementation across all core focus areas
Build cross-sector partnerships with public, private, nonprofit, and municipal partners
Conduct data analysis and prepare reports to inform policy and funding decisions
Identify and pursue grant and funding opportunities aligned with program priorities
Represent CCED on relevant boards, committees, and stakeholder groups
Provide policy recommendations to CCED leadership that support long-term economic resilience and community well-being
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Planning, Economic Development, or a related field (Master's preferred)
At least 7 years or more of experience in economic development, community planning, or public policy
Proven success in developing and implementing cross-functional initiatives that address both community and economic needs
Strong communication, partnership development, and problem-solving skills
Preferred
Familiarity with Charleston County and regional challenges
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Optional Life and Disability Insurance
Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Annual and Sick Leave
Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
Optional Deferred Compensation Program
Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Well-being Program
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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