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 a hybrid operations and project-based role that blends marketing, communications, disaster response, and community engagement to support the long-term vision of HCPED.

Key Responsibilities

· Drive special initiatives that promote long-term economic resilience.

· Lead internal marketing and communications, including website, social media, newsletters, and public messaging.

· Support strategic projects and research across all program areas.

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

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

· Liaise with stakeholders to support business continuity and community recovery efforts.

· 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 (e.g., Canva, Mailchimp, WordPress, or similar tools).

· Passionate 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 June 30 th .

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 June 30, 2025.

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.

 

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Flexible hours,

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