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Regional Business & Economic Development Coordinator - South Coast
State of South Carolina
Department of Employment and Workforce
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$53,040 - $58,000
per year
Type
Closes
January 26, 2026More State jobs →
Job Description
Summary
This role involves coordinating workforce services in South Carolina's South Coast region, focusing on helping businesses and jobseekers during times of layoffs or economic changes by organizing support sessions and partnering with local teams.
It suits someone who is independent, creative, and passionate about connecting people with job opportunities in a supportive state agency environment.
Ideal candidates have experience in workforce development and enjoy building relationships with communities and businesses.
Key Requirements
- Background in workforce development or related field
- Strong communication and facilitation skills for meetings and group sessions
- Ability to provide exemplary customer service to businesses and jobseekers
- Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and using systems like SCWOS
- Experience coordinating rapid response services for layoffs and closures
- Willingness to travel and work across multiple counties (Berkeley, Beaufort, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Hampton, Jasper)
- Ability to collaborate with economic developers, industry associations, and local teams
Full Job Description
About Us
Business is booming in South Carolina! Are you ready to be a part of developing and connecting the next generation of workers in this state? Year after year, experts pick our state as one the best in the country for doing business. Just last year, South Carolina announced more than 14,000 new jobs and $10 billion in capital investment. Entrepreneurs are flocking to cities like Greenville, Charleston, Columbia, and Rock Hill to start and grow their businesses. And our hospitality industry is primed to take off as travelers from around the world continue to discover the beauty and accessibility of South Carolina’s mountains and coast.
Here at the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW), we are laser-focused on connecting every jobseeker who comes through our doors with their next great career opportunity! Are you looking for a meaningful position at an agency brimming with optimism and camaraderie that also offers job security, affordable health insurance, great retirement benefits, and work-life balance? If so, continue reading to discover your chance to make a difference at DEW!
Job Description
Are you a creative and independent thinker with a background in workforce development? Do you enjoy helping people in critical moments of their lives?
The Regional Business & Economic Development Coordinator reports to the Employment Solutions Manager in the Employment Services (ES) Division.
ES programs improve the functioning of the labor market by bringing together individuals who are seeking employment and employers who are seeking workers.
The SC Works system provides jobseekers with career guidance, job referrals, assessments, and résumé assistance.
Free tools to assist employers include posting job openings, recruiting and screening candidates, and reviewing job market trends.
South Carolina’s 12 local workforce development boards administer the SC Works Centers throughout the state.
The incumbent will ensure exemplary customer service is provided to all, while coordinating and facilitating the delivery of Rapid Response services throughout their assigned multi-county territory.
South Coast territory will include service to the following counties: Berkeley, Beaufort, Charleston, Colleton, Dorchester, Hampton, and Jasper.
This individual will work closely with local area workforce teams, economic developers and industry associations to promote solutions from the state workforce system.
Incumbent is also responsible for providing strategic and operational support to local business service teams and assisting local areas in other workforce projects, as needed.
Key Responsibilities- Relay information to Employment Solutions Manager and regional stakeholders on potential downsizing and closures.
- Conduct management meetings and lead group information sessions for assigned company layoffs and closures.
- Maintain up-to-date records of all business outreach, retention activities, and Rapid Response activities in SCWOS.
- Keep timely and accurate records of all Rapid Response program activities.
Support local Economic Development and Business Services Teams (BSTs) through contributing reports, sharing information and business lead generation. - Offer feedback to management and the team to include project status updates, summaries of activities and best practices.
- Attend and contribute regularly to BST and Economic Development team meetings.
- Assist business services staff in the Rapid Response techniques. Provide updates and feedback to manager on meetings.
- Engage and provide reports to Economic Development Organizations within assigned region.
- Identify training needs by evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of staff selected to participate in Rapid Response Services with BST Leads. Ensure the Leads have the framework for providing service to both large and small employers.
If you’re ready to take on this challenge and help support South Carolina’s workforce system, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
Requirements
Education and ExperienceA bachelor’s degree and relevant training and experience; OR any equivalent combination of education, relevant training and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position
Additional RequirementsPosition requires routine driving as part of their job and overnight travel. Position may require employee to work evenings and weekends. Other duties as required.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree and two (2) years of experience in economic development, workforce development or project management. Advanced communication and presentation skills, creative and independent thinker, advanced data and reporting skills.
Additional Information
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
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