What are the responsibilities and job description for the Downtown Development Coordinator position at City of Tallapoosa?
Position Summary
The City of Tallapoosa is seeking a Downtown Development Coordinator. The position requires an energetic, results-oriented professional enthusiastic about the future of the City of Tallapoosa. The coordinator will be responsible for coordinating all economic development interests, downtown promotional activities & special events, and assisting with grant applications. Reports to the City Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Planning, developing and executing the downtown master plan.
· Work on attaining Main Street status.
· Retain, grow, and recruit retail and other businesses to enhance the downtown business environment.
· Track vacant/available space for potential businesses.
· Organize, manage and promote Downtown events and festivals.
· Facilitate communication between businesses and community.
· Works collaboratively with city staff to identify, and apply for, various downtown and neighborhood development grants.
· Promote downtown area through marketing and public relation initiatives.
· Assists staff with downtown developers to utilize the Enterprise and Opportunity Zone incentives where appropriate. Also helps historic building preservation work to qualify for state tax abatements and incentives.
· Provides administrative support for the DDA.
Qualifications
Education and experience requirements include a high school graduate at minimum, with three years of experience in sales, marketing, or communications fields. Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a related field is desired. Experience working closely with volunteers, volunteer organizations, or in the marketing/promotions/communications profession. Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35,000 - $40,000
