What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Development Director position at Rockymountva?
**About Us:**
The Town of Rocky Mount is a vibrant and diverse community located in Franklin County, Virginia. With a rich musical and industrial heritage, we offer an excellent quality of life for our residents.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Main Street Executive Director to join our team. This position plays a critical role in promoting economic growth, preserving our historic district, and enhancing the overall quality of life for our residents.
**Job Summary:**
As the Main Street Executive Director, you will be responsible for leading the implementation of strategies that foster economic development, improve public spaces, and support local businesses. Your duties will include event planning, budgeting, fundraising, marketing, public relations, Virginia Main Street compliance, volunteer coordination, and more.
**Required Skills and Qualifications:**
To be successful in this role, you should have education and/or experience in one or more of the following areas: commercial district management, economics, finance, public relations, planning, business administration, public administration, small business management, volunteer or non-profit management, architecture, historic preservation, small business development, or a complementary field.
**Benefits:**
We offer an excellent fringe benefits package, including employee-only health, dental, and vision coverage, eligibility for a flexible spending account contribution, participation in the Virginia Retirement System, employer-paid life insurance, and paid time off (PTO).
**How to Apply:**
If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for community development, please submit your application, resume, and cover letter to the Town of Rocky Mount Human Resources Department. We look forward to reviewing your application!