City of
Oxford
Invites
applicants to apply for:
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT MAIN STREET DIRECTOR
Salary Range: $50,106 - $60,844 Annually
Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Job Description:
The City of Oxford a designated NC Main Street Community
since 2018, is currently seeking a highly motivated professional to lead its
Downtown revitalization efforts to include the Main Street Program. This person will perform promotional and consultative work in developing
and directing an economic development program for the Downtown district in the
City. Duties will include initiating and implementing efforts to maintain and
increase vitality of the Downtown commercial district by advising existing businesses,
recruiting new businesses, marketing the Downtown area and working to improve
the physical appearance of Downtown. The director will also seek grant funding,
manage the economic development section of the website and social media venues,
plan, implement and execute special event development and provide small
business assistance.
Compensation and Benefits: The salary range is $50,106 to $60,844
annually and dependent on qualifications and experience. The City of Oxford
offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision and
life insurance. Twelve (12) paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, participation
in the North Carolina Local Government Employee’s Retirement System, 401k
contribution with City matching up to 5%, Optional Employee paid benefits.
Job Duties:
Serves as coordinator of the Downtown
Oxford Economic Development Board; plans and executes monthly meetings,
reports on activities; serves as liaison between public and committees;
researches and recommends policies and strategies to Downtown Board, City
Board and others.
Manage all administrative aspects of the
Main Street program, preparing all reports required by the state Main
Street program and by the National Main Street Center. Assist with the preparation of reports to
funding agencies.
Assist the Main Street program’s board of
directors and committees in developing an annual action plan for
implementing a downtown revitalization program focused on 4 areas:
design/historic preservation; promotion and marketing;
organization/management; and economic/restructuring development.
Plans or works to support other groups in
the planning and delivery of new programs, events and initiatives. Works through a variety of means to
develop and maintain downtown businesses including maintaining informal,
personal and written contact with businesses, making presentations before
groups, and communicating with the media about downtown activities.
Maintains contact with community leaders,
and representatives of businesses and industry; visits downtown businesses
regularly to stay abreast of their status, any potential for expansion,
and assists with problems; follows up on requests; prepares newsletters,
brochures, and makes presentations regarding downtown activities. Coordinates with other agencies and
organizations on historic, museum, tourism, arts and other activities and
programs which support downtown activities and businesses; serves on
boards and committees or supports their programs. Encourage and facilitate improvements in
the downtown community’s ability to carry out joint activities such as
promotional events, advertising, special events, business assistance,
business recruitment, parking management and so on. Serves as initial contact for potential
businesses considering downtown location and expansion; works with County
Economic Development staff as needed. Helps coordinate and facilitate joint
promotional events, such as festivals or business promotions, to improve
the quality and success of events and attract people to downtown.
Work closely with local media to ensure
maximum coverage of promotional activities. Makes presentations to City Council and
other groups about downtown activities and tax district. Provides content to update website.
Develops grants and funding sources to
support economic development, infrastructure improvements, etc.;
researches, writes and contracts for grants procurement and
administration.
Desired Education and Experience:
Graduation from a four year college or university with a degree in
business, planning, economics, or related field supplemented by training in
economic development and 5-7 years of professional experience in industrial or economic development; or an
equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Qualifications: Valid NC Drivers License
Certified Economic Developer preferred
To apply:
Complete a City of Oxford application along with Resume https://www.oxfordnc.org/departments/human_resources/employment_opportunities.php
Email to humanresources@oxfordnc.org or mail
to City of Oxford PO Box 506 Oxford, NC 27565
The City of Oxford is an Equal Opportunity Employer