Main Street Coordinator

Objective

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

• Analyze, create, and develop revitalization strategies in consultation with the appropriate official and advisory bodies and coordinate their implementation to achieve project goals.
• To develop and administer a four-pronged work plan to meet goals; focused on Promotion, Design, Organization, and Economic Restructuring.
• Coordinating Main Street Program activities including board meetings and managing administrative aspects for the City of Palestine.
• Participate in required trainings and professional development offerings provided by Main Street America, Texas Historic Commission, etc.
• Developing appropriate downtown revitalization strategies within the context of historic preservation through awareness and education programs.
• Plan and execute one or more fundraiser(s) per year to support programmatic funding.
• Assisting PEDC with identifying opportunities for business retention and expansion and cross promotion of PEDC grants and programs that support economic development in the Main Street District.
• Fostering cooperation with businesses, volunteer organizations, and other community organizations.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include, but are not limited to, the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. (This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

• Represents and promotes Palestine Main Street to the general public through promotional planning and web/digital and print marketing under the direction of the Economic Development Director. In conjunction with the Main Street Advisory Board:
• Work with the Main Street Advisory Board chair to coordinate and facilitate monthly board meetings
• Develop appropriate downtown revitalization strategies.
• Promote ongoing public awareness of events, activities, and education programs occurring in downtown.
• Encouraging a cooperative climate with other downtown or community organizations.
• Promoting open communication between the City of Palestine and downtown stakeholders.
• Strive to keep the program in a positive light by fostering understanding of the Main Street program, through communication with elected officials, the media, and the community.
• Coordinate and execute one or more engaging community event, serving as a fundraiser for the program.
• Coordinate and encourage participation in regular events, including but not limited to Saturdays on Main, Christmas on Main and the annual Parade of Lights.
• Assisting investors and property owners with business and property improvement project.
• Maintains a record of current resources on property inventory and businesses operating within downtown, as well as a record of reinvestment in downtown.
• Communications regarding ongoing or planned construction projects that will affect the Main Street District.
• Providing contact information for statewide resources and enlisting professional consultation as appropriate.
• Managing administrative aspects & Tracking progress of the program.
• Tracks progress of the four program areas, compiles data and submits all required program reports on or before their due dates.
• Ensures maintenance of files, records, policies, procedures, and other reference material important to the efficient operations of Palestine Main Street.
• Attends relevant training, workshops, and conferences to continue development of strategies which directly impact our community’s specific needs.
• Assists Economic Development Director in the budget planning and preparation for Main Street each year, including proposals for future growth of the program.
• Maintains action plan and event materials for each event hosted by Palestine Main…