Economic Development Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

Economic Development Coordinator

Posting Date : 2 / 6 / 26 Work Type : Onsite (with remote halfday Fridays)

About the Mobile Chamber

Were a connector, convener, and champion for a thriving business community working every day to strengthen our regions economic future.

Mission The Chamber will be the leading catalyst for economic expansion in the Mobile area, building more opportunity and an enhanced quality of life for all citizens and serving as a proactive change agent for the business needs to drive regional economic prosperity.

How We work

We show up with purpose, communicate openly, and work collaboratively to support our members, our partners, and each otheralways with a positive, community-focused mindset.

About Our Economic Development Team

Were a fastmoving, impactdriven team strengthening the local economy through business recruitment, industry support, talent attraction, and workforce development. We dont just respond to change we shape it. If youre energized by building partnerships, telling a regions story, and helping employers access the talent they need to grow, youll thrive here.

About the Role

This is a full-time, onsite role (8 : 00 am-5 : 00 pm) with occasional evening or weekend events as part of community and partner engagement.

The Economic Development Coordinator provides essential administrative and operational support to the Chambers Economic Development Department. This role supports a wide range of initiatives, projects, and events across Business Development, Existing Industry, Workforce Development, and Talent Attraction. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and energized by supporting a missiondriven team.

This Economic Development Coordinator Will :

• Maintain an organized office environment and manage departmental workflow, including calendars, supplies, purchase orders, invoices, check requests, and expense reports.
• Coordinate meetings and events : invitations, agendas, materials, attendance tracking, payments, sponsor invoicing, space reservations, catering, and planning support.
• Oversee compliant administration and recordkeeping for the Industrial Development Board, Industrial Development Authority, and Industrial Park Board.
• Support internal departmental meetings, retreats, personnel reviews, and special projects.
• Manage administrative functions in the Chambers CRM, including member lists, communications, financial tracking, invoicing, and event promotions.
• Collect, organize, and format information for monthly and quarterly Board reports, Plan of Action updates, surveys, and budgets.
• Assist with content development and updates for invitations, newsletters, marketing materials, and department websites.
• Manage social media accounts and content to enhance the departments online presence.
• Assist in preparing Requests for Information / Proposals (RFVP).
• Coordinate with other Chamber departments to ensure timely information flow and effective collaboration.
• Support programs, initiatives, projects, and events across the Economic Development Department.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and required safety training.
• Adhere to scheduled work hours, attendance policies, and travel requirements.
• Support additional organizational needs as assigned.

Were Seeking a Candidate Who Has :

What Helps you Succeed in This Role :

Compensation

We offer a competitive annual salary based on current market data as well as your experience, skills, and background.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and worklife balance. Our benefits include :

Health & Wellness

Retirement & Financial Benefits

Time Off & Work Flexibility

Hiring Timeline

We keep our process simple and communicative youll always know where you stand.

Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Statement

The Mobile Chamber is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.