This position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all logistics regarding any training opportunities hosted by the Office of Downtown Development. Working with the ODD team the Education and Outreach Coordinator will work to identify suitable locations for Main Street related trainings. This may include but is not limited to securing the location, while coordinating any logistical concerns or needs, working with catering companies or local businesses to provide breakout session snacks and meals, negotiating contracts with hotels for room blocks and special event rates, overseeing the online registration process including payment processing and manual adjustments to participant’s agenda selections as well as preparing all materials and supporting documentation. This position will work with ODD staff to develop training materials and content for Main Street 101, 201, Regional Managers Meetings, Webinars, including all printed materials. This position will serve as the primary contact for all newly hired Main Street Managers and will be responsible for working with all local programs to remain in good standing for national accreditation.

DCA is a State organization dedicated to partnering with communities to help create a climate of success of Georgia’s families and businesses. DCA offers a fast paced, challenging and dynamic work environment that requires innovative thinking, pride in quality work, and the ability to work as a versatile team player. DCA gives its employees the opportunity to do more than merely make a living. We are serious about helping Georgia’s families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement. If public service and the desire to enrich the loves of others motivates you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.

The Downtown Development Specialist is responsible for performing to the economic development tasks including assisting on special economic development projects and coordinating the Main Street Program.

Post Dates: 05/19/2017 until Filled
Classification Title: Downtown Development Specialist/Main Street Specialist
Job Class (GRADE): 13
Min. Salary: $37,419.20
Location: ECD
Work Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Dept. Head: Wanzina Jackson
Work Week: Mon. – Fri.

This position is responsible for the development, coordination, execution and documentation of a comprehensive Main Street downtown revitalization program. Performs complex and responsible work, exercises considerable independent judgment and discretion in carrying out day-to-day responsibility.

Posting Date: May 19, 2017
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Pay Range: Hourly: $20.28 – $32.14  Annual: $41,766 – $66,851
Work Status: Full Time

Are you a talented economic development professional with experience in historic communities, or know someone who is? Does the idea of being an integral part of a dynamic team in an award-winning university community in the mountains of the southeast appeal? If so, and preservation-based economic development is a passion of yours, applying as the Executive Director of the City of Dahlonega, Georgia’s Downtown Development Authority (DDA) might be an effective use of your time. Only ten years old, past leadership took our Main Street program literally centerstage through creativity, perseverance and strong community support. One of less than one hundred Great American Main Street communities nationwide, we are now looking for motivated, exceptional talent to serve this vital role and take us even further.

Job Description
Under limited supervision, this job is responsible for the development, conduct, execution, and documentation of the Main Street Program. The Program Director coordinates activity within a downtown revitalization program, which utilizes historic preservation as an integral foundation for downtown economic development. The Program Director is the principal on-site staff person responsible for coordinating all program activities locally as well as for representing the community regionally and nationally as appropriate. Duties include planning, organizing and supervising diversified marketing programs and activities, including budgetary responsibility. Duties also include the overseeing of the Historic Depot rentals and promotion of Amphitheatre and the rentals, events and activities thereof.

The City of Stone Mountain is accepting applications for the position of Downtown Development Authority Executive Director. This is a full time position.  Benefits include medical insurance, paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, short term disability insurance and retirement. Compensation will be based on qualifications. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Public Admin, Business, Economics or a related field and a valid Georgia driver’s license. To apply: Interested candidates may email a résumé to manager@stonemountaincity.org no later than May 5, 2017.  Job description and additional requirements can be found on the city’s website at www.stonemountaincity.org.  The City of Stone Mountain is an equal opportunity employer.

The Program Manager is the principal on-site staff person responsible for coordinating all program activities of the Main Street Program locally as well as representing the Community regionally and nationally.  The full range of duties include management of the Main Street Program, administrative duties of the office including reporting to the Dept. of Community Affairs, assist the Director in all aspects of the office.

Requirements:  Education and/or experience in historic preservation, economics, finance, public relations, design, business and computer skills. Word, Excel, Publisher are required.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.  Training with some travel is required.

Accepting applications through April 1^st, 2017.

Mail to:
Fort Valley Main Street/DDA
P.O. Box 1864
Fort Valley, Georgia  31030

or fax to 478-825-7293

The Chamber of Commerce of Covington, Georgia is seeking a full time Director to coordinate downtown revitalization activities using the Main Street Four-Point Approach.  Applicants should have excellent communication, public relations, and managerial abilities, with a strong administrative background.  Previous Main Street Executive Director experience desired; experience in special event planning, small business development, and volunteer recruitment/management a plus.  Position requires a dynamic, outgoing team player with the proven ability to multi-task, work in an independent environment, and work with both the public and private sectors.

Qualifications
Excellent communication and public relations skills.  Managerial abilities with strong administrative background.  Previous experience desired: special event planning, small business development and volunteer recruitment.  Dynamic outgoing team player.  Ability to multi-task. Work with both public and private sectors.

How to apply:  Submit Resume to Rita Wasson.  Be sure to include a cover letter and three references.

Deadline:  April 27, 2017

Submit Resume: 
Rita Wasson (rwasson@newtonchamber.com)
Administrative Assistant
770-786-7510 Ext.32

The City of Social Circle is seeking a Downtown Director to coordinate activity within a downtown revitalization program which utilizes historic preservation as an integral foundation for downtown economic development. This position is responsible for the development, conduct execution, and documentation of the DDA and Main Street program. The director is the principal on-site staff person responsible for coordinating all program activities locally as well as for representing the Community regionally and nationally as appropriate.

Responsible for planning, marketing, and implementing downtown development within the central business district. Under general supervision of the Assistant City Manager, the Director works with the Downtown Development Authority to implement program objectives. This program will be designed to promote, enhance, conserve, monitor, and improve downtown.

The Dublin Downtown Development Authority is seeking a full-time Program Manager to plan and promote events, manage and program facilities, oversee DDA communications, and assist with day-to-day operations.  The ideal candidate will have obtained at minimum a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field and have a strong background in public relations and marketing.  He or she should be energetic, imaginative, well organized, and able to multi-task with minimal supervision.  The position will require evening and weekend work.

Introduction
The mission of the Athens Downtown Development Authority (ADDA) is to promote, maintain, and enhance a safe and economically viable central business district by focusing both public and private resources on the fulfillment of downtown’s potential to benefit the entire community.

Position Summary
Our ideal candidate will be a motivated, goal-oriented professional with more than 8 years of experience in an economic development, planning or historic preservation organization. This position requires a blend of the key skills listed below supported by strong strategic thinking, political,

The City of Sylvester has extended the deadline for Main Street Manager and will be accepting applications and resumes until January 31, 2017.

The Main Street Manager is to assist in the development and implementation of a comprehensive Main Street Revitalization Plan for the Downtown District based on the Main Street Program Four-Point Approach: Organization, Promotion, Economic Restructuring and Design. Please visit our website for details and requirements- www.cityofsylvester.com

Resumes, letter of interest including salary requirements, and a City of Sylvester application must be submitted.  Salary is based upon experience.
Send applications and resumes to:

Human Resources Manager
ATTN: Main Street Manager
City of Sylvester
PO Box 370
Sylvester, Georgia 31791

No telephone calls will be accepted
The City of Sylvester is an EOE and considers applicants without regard to gender, race, religion, color, or creed.

The City of Forsyth is currently seeking a Main Street Coordinator. The Main Street Coordinator oversees the operations of the City of Forsyth’s Main Street Program. This position requires specialized and independent technical work involving the application of research findings to City policy. Work involves researching, writing, and administering grants and revolving loan funds applicable to the City’s policy; assisting local merchants through promotion, beautification, and coordination; speaking on behalf of the Main Street Program to community groups; promoting local businesses on a local, regional, and state level; disseminating information to the media through press releases; responding to citizen inquiries, complaints, and concerns; writing promotional material for magazines or educational brochures; serving as the City’s educational research contact for schools; and oversee, plan, design and produce all events while managing all project delivery elements within time limits. The candidate must have working knowledge of City functions and grant processes, coupled with public relations skills. The City Manager and the City Clerk may all provide essential information to assist the employee, but the employee works under the direction of the Economic Development Director.

The City of Canton is now accepting applications for Community Development Planner.

The Department:
The City of Canton Community Development & Engineering Department is responsible for working with the citizens of Canton, Boards of Commissions, the development community and the elected officials while managing current and long-range planning, land development, building construction and code compliance. This also includes review of construction plans, subdivision plats, managing capital improvement projects and issuing various permits for commercial and residential developments within the City.

The Position:
Under administrative direction, plans, organizes and assists in the direction of the Community Development Department; assists the Community Development Director in formulating and implementing the department’s policies and procedures; acts for the Director in the Director’s absence; and performs related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements:
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completions of a baccalaureate degree in urban planning, environmental planning, or course of study related to the occupational field. Master’s degree preferred. Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the sub-units in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience.

The City of Canton Communications and Outreach Department helps tell the story of what makes Canton a great place to live, work and play. The Communications and Outreach department serves the public by communicating the city’s messaging to showcase Canton’s dedication to responsible and responsive government practices while fostering engagement and community collaboration opportunities and supporting all tourism arms of the city.

This position is responsible for coordinating all City of Canton Main Street programs and events, managing the City of Canton events permitting program and all city hosted special events from conception through to completion, and serving as a liaison to partner organizations.

The City of Social Circle is seeking a Downtown Development Authority and Main Street Program Director to coordinate activity within a downtown revitalization program which utilizes historic preservation as an integral foundation for downtown economic development. This position is responsible for the development, conduct execution, and documentation of the DDA and Main Street program. The director is the principal on-site staff person responsible for coordinating all program activities locally as well as for representing the Community regionally and nationally as appropriate.

This full time position reports to the Director of Downtown Development and Tourism and is responsible for working closely with the Director on tourism promotion efforts and the projects associated with the Main Street Program.

The primary responsibility of the Tourism and Main Street Program Coordinator will be to work with staff, volunteers, businesses, and organizations to plan, market, research, develop, manage, coordinate and produce Villa Rica’s Tourism and Main Street Program events and activities

Under limited supervision, this job is responsible for the development, conduct, execution, and documentation of the Main Street Program. The Program Director coordinates activity within a downtown revitalization program, which utilizes historic preservation as an integral foundation for downtown economic development. The Program Director is the principal on-site staff person responsible for coordinating all program activities locally as well as for representing the community regionally and nationally as appropriate. Duties include planning, organizing and supervising diversified marketing programs and activities, including budgetary responsibility. Duties also include the overseeing of the Historic Depot rentals and promotion of Amphitheater and the rentals, events and activities thereof.