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Support Business Retention & Expansion Efforts

Pitt County Economic Development (PCED) seeks an NCEDA Summer Fellow to support the revitalization and modernization of its Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) program. This fellowship provides a unique opportunity to work directly with local industries, economic development professionals, and university partners to improve industry engagement and shape a new web-based BRE portal designed to enhance communication, connect resources, and strengthen the regional economy.

Examples of Job Duties 

The primary duties of the NCEDA Fellow will be as followed: Research & Analysis 

• Conduct research on best practices, models, and tools used for business retention and industry engagement portals nationwide. 
• Review and analyze existing engagement strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges (SWOC) across Pitt County. 

Stakeholder Engagement 

• Meet with the PCED team, ECU REDE, Greenville ENC Alliance, and other partners to understand BRE program goals, expected outcomes, and resource needs. 
• Develop an engagement plan and interview framework to guide conversations with local industries. 
• Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate meetings with industry partners and key stakeholders. 
• Provide follow-up communication and documentation after each engagement session. 

Data Gathering & Reporting 

• Aggregate and summarize feedback gathered through industry meetings and stakeholder convenings. 
• Prepare a comprehensive report detailing industry needs, engagement gaps, and opportunities for support and collaboration. 
• Present findings to PCED leadership and stakeholders.

Portal Planning & Development

• Translate identified needs into an outline for a user-centered BRE engagement portal. 
• Recommend features, content categories, and resource linkages that should be included on the portal. 
• Collaborate with PCED, ECU, and development partners to refine portal scope and objectives. Implementation Plan Creation
• Develop recommendations for portal implementation, including: timeline, budget, data sources, roles, and sustainability. 
• Present the final proposal and implementation plan to stakeholders for review and approval. 

About Pitt County Economic Development 

Pitt County, home to nearly 180,000 residents and anchored by Greenville, is a regional leader in healthcare, education, advanced manufacturing, biopharmaceuticals, and creative industries. PCED leads business recruitment, expansion, and retention efforts and collaborates with institutions like East Carolina University to drive regional economic growth.

Application deadline: January 30

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PUBLIC NOTICE:  REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)

Pitt County, NC, is seeking Request for Qualifications (RFQ) from qualified engineering, surveying, and environmental consulting firms interested in providing services for limited due diligence services for the Pitt County SelectSite. These services support compliance with the EDPNC SelectSite Readiness Program (SRP) Grant requirements. 

Interested firms are invited to submit proposals (in the required quantity and format) by 5:00 p.m., Friday, February 13, 2026 to the following:

Kelly Andrews, Director Pitt County Economic DevelopmentKelly.Andews@pittcountync.gov

For questions or to obtain a complete version of the RFQ, contact Kelly Andrews at (252) 902-2078, Kelly.Andews@pittcountync.gov.  A copy of the RFQ may also be downloaded at https://www.pittcountync.gov/Bids.aspx?BidID=71

Pitt County Recognized as Clean Energy Champion at Statewide Event

Economic Development recognized for excellence in clean energy policy

PITT COUNTY, N.C. – Pitt County Manager Janis Gallagher reported at the Monday, December 15, 2025 meeting of the Pitt County Board Commissioners that Pitt County Economic Development was recognized as a Clean Energy Champion. 

On Monday, December 8, 2025 Pitt County Economic Development Director Kelly Andrews attended the 11th annual North Carolina Clean Energy Champions event in Greensboro, N.C.  Sponsored by the Chambers for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE), the event brought together business leaders, economic developers, and elected officials from across the state to celebrate North Carolina’s continued momentum in clean energy growth.

Pitt County Economic Development was recognized with a Clean Energy Champion Award for excellence in clean energy policy and leadership in economic development. The award emphasized Pitt County’s support for clean energy economic investment and job creation opportunities.

“Pitt County is proud to be recognized for our work to advance clean energy and sustainable economic development,” said Andrews. “These efforts not only support environmental goals but also bring significant job opportunities and long-term economic benefits to our community.”

The recognition follows the 2024 Boviet Solar announcement for the $294 million investment in Pitt County that is expected to create 1,300 jobs over five years. This investment underscores Pitt County’s strategic efforts to attract innovative industries while strengthening the local economy.

“Pitt County is proud to be recognized for our work to advance clean energy and sustainable economic development,” said Andrews. “These efforts not only support environmental goals but also bring significant job opportunities and long-term economic benefits to our community.”

For more information, call Economic Development at 252-902-2079 or visit PittCountyNC.gov/PCED.

The Mission of Pitt County Government is to enhance the health, safety, and well-being of our community by advocating for and providing quality services in a friendly and cost-effective manner. Learn more: PittCountyNC.gov.

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Pitt County Government Offices and PATS Closure Notice

Early closure and opening delays due to winter weather

Pitt County Government offices including Public Health clinical services and Cultural Arts & Recreation classes will close at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025 due to inclement winter weather and will operate on a two-hour delay, opening at 10:00 a.m., on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.

Pitt Area Transit System (PATS) will halt public transportation services at 3:00 p.m. today and operate on a two-hour delay, opening at 8:00 a.m., on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.

Patients with clinic and PATS appointments will be contacted for rescheduling.

Normal operating hours are expected to resume Wednesday, December 10, 2025.

Solid Waste and Recycling (Transfer Station and Convenience Sites) will operate on its normal schedule.

Full closure information related to this weather event can be found on the Pitt County Government homepage and closings/delays page www.PittCountyNC.gov/Closings, or social media account: Facebook @PittCountyNC.

For more information, please contact the Public Information OfficeCall 252-902-2955.

The Mission of Pitt County Government is to enhance the health, safety, and well-being of our community by advocating for and providing quality services in a friendly and cost-effective manner. Learn more: www.PittCountyNC.gov