Vice President - Moore County Economic Development Partnership

Title/Position: Vice President

Organization: Moore County Economic Development Partnership

Location: Moore County, North Carolina

Salary Range: $110,000 - $120,000

Job Type: Full Time

Level of Experience: Senior or executive-level

The Moore County Economic Development Partnership (MCEDP) is currently seeking a passionate leader to join our team as its first Vice President. The right candidate should be a strategic thinker, a relationship-builder, a results-driven leader, and a motivated professional ready to make an impact in a growing community with a diverse economy.  

The Role and Our Organization

As Vice President, you’ll be the President’s partner in setting strategy and running the organization, and you’ll lead the business development and retention work that moves Moore County’s economy forward. This is a newly created, second-in-command position where you’ll have a real voice in strategy and budget, ownership of prospect relationships, and executive-level responsibilities.

MCEDP is a 501c(3) not-for-profit economic development organization and public-private partnership serving all of Moore County, NC (Population approx. 110,000). We work collaboratively with our partners and local governments to attract new businesses and support existing businesses, building more than the economy as we advance our mission to:

“To create economic prosperity and improve the quality of life for Moore County’s citizens through the creation of quality jobs and capital investment in our communities.”

About Our Community

Moore County, North Carolina is a thriving, attractive, and growing community located just one hour south of Raleigh. From world-class golf courses and exceptional healthcare to vibrant downtowns with boutique shops, farm-to-table restaurants and lively breweries, Moore County offers a quality of life that is second to none. Our amenities rival metropolitan areas without the hustle and bustle of a big city.

In the heart of the Sandhills, we’re home to Pinehurst, the "Home of American Golf." The USGA has its Golf House Pinehurst headquarters here and has made Pinehurst No. 2 an anchor site for future U.S. Opens. Beyond golf, residents enjoy long-leaf pine forests, a thriving equestrian community, a flourishing cultural arts & entertainment scene, and walkable downtowns. With an economy anchored by healthcare and tourism, it's backed by a strong tradition of public-private partnership among local governments, the business community, workforce development partners, and others. Families are drawn to strong public schools and well-regarded private school options, and newcomers quickly find what longtime residents already know: Moore County offers small-town character, world-class amenities, and an exceptional quality of life.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with the President on strategic planning, budgeting, and organizational leadership, and step in for the President when needed, from external representation to day-to-day operations.
• Lead our business attraction, expansion, and retention strategy, including our highest-priority prospect relationships and responses to Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Run the BRE program and drive industrial and commercial site and building development.
• Build senior-level relationships with site selectors, commercial real estate brokers, and state and regional partners such as EDPNC and NC Commerce.
• Lead and develop staff, and manage contract service providers and interns.
• Be a visible voice for MCEDP on boards, task forces, and committees, and in public conversations about the county’s economy.
• Coordinate workforce development efforts with partner organizations.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in economic development, business attraction, community development, planning, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience supervising staff.
• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, urban planning, or a related field.
• A valid driver’s license.

What We Offer

• A salary range of $110,000–$120,000.
• A 10% employer retirement contribution.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid sick, holiday, and vacation leave.
• Auto and cell phone allowances.

How to Apply

Apply online at: https://moorecountyedp.org/application/

Additional information is available at:  https://moorecountyedp.org/news/vice-president-search/

Interested applicants are encouraged to visit www.moorecountyedp.org for in-depth information and the latest news about Moore County.

Our Timeline

Applications are due by close of business on Friday, November 6, 2026. Candidates selected for an interview will participate in a panel interview mid- to late-November 2026, with the successful candidate joining MCEDP in early January 2027.