The Economic Development Department is directly responsible for industry attraction, retention, expansion, and workforce development. We work in partnership with key stakeholders to ensure that Berkeley County has what businesses and industries need to succeed.
Mission Statement
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Department Functions
- Support sustainable economic growth in Berkeley County that will maintain and create jobs and grow the tax base.
- Recruit new industry using partners, allies, and direct marketing strategies.
- Produce a competitive environment for the county and economic growth.
- Through partner agencies, support the development of assets such as infrastructure, transportation, favorable business climate, and amenities.
- Support area education and workforce development agencies and programs by relaying information on current and future workforce needs from business and industry.
- Identify available land, sites, and buildings suitable for business development and lead product development.
Latest News
Job Fair Happening Feb. 1 at Berkeley County Administration Building
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Friday, January 27, 2023) – There will be a community-wide job fair happening Wednesday, February 1 in the Assembly Room of the Berkeley County Administration Building, located at 1003…
Redwood Materials Establishing Operations in Berkeley County with Largest Economic Development Announcement in State History
https://youtu.be/k3YjooZCuBE COLUMBIA, S.C. – Redwood Materials, a producer of anode and cathode battery components for electric vehicles, along with Governor Henry McMaster, today announced plans to establish operations in Berkeley County. The company’s $3.5 billion…
Berkeley County Announces Upcoming Holiday Closures & Hours
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Monday, December 5, 2022) – Berkeley County Government announces its upcoming closures and unique hours for its various facilities during this holiday season. GOVERNMENT OFFICES: All County Government offices…
Berkeley County to Hold In-House Job Fair October 6
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Tuesday, October 4, 2022) – Berkeley County Government is hosting an in-house job fair for open County positions on Thursday, October 6, 2022 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.…
Emergency Response Vehicles Delayed in Berkeley County Throughout Ian
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – (Friday, September 30, 2022) – Emergency responses across Berkeley County are currently delayed. Due to high winds, high-profile vehicles (i.e. ambulances, fire trucks, and utility vehicles) are periodically suspended…
