The Main Street Manager is the principal on-site staff person responsible for the development, coordination, execution, and documentation of the City of Clarkesville’s Main Street program. Reporting directly to the City Manager, the Main Street Manager works in coordination with the Main Street Board of Directors to advance a vibrant, welcoming, and economically active downtown using historic preservation as an integral foundation for downtown development.

The position implements the Main Street Four-Point Approach:
• Economic Vitality
• Design
• Promotion
• Organization

With an overall focus on People, Place, and Mission; primary areas of responsibility include downtown events and activities, tourism, marketing and promotion, community engagement, volunteer programs, historic preservation, beautification, and downtown activation.
The Main Street Manager represents Clarkesville Main Street locally, regionally, and nationally as appropriate and serves as a highly visible ambassador for downtown Clarkesville.
The position works collaboratively with the Economic Development Director and Downtown Development Authority while maintaining clearly defined responsibilities. Main Street focuses primarily on people, place, tourism, events, promotion, community engagement, preservation, and beautification. Economic Development focuses primarily on investment, infrastructure, redevelopment, business recruitment and retention, and broader economic growth inclusive of all of city limits.

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Hahira, a Main Street-accredited municipality holding a Classic Designation, of approximately 3500 residents and 50 city employees, is accepting applications for the hire of a Main Street Coordinator. Applicant should have education and/or experience in one or more of the following areas: marketing, public relations, business administration, public administration, retailing, volunteer or nonprofit administration, event coordination, and/ or small business development. Applicant must be entrepreneurial, energetic, imaginative, well-organized and capable of functioning effectively in an independent situation. Applicant must possess excellent written communication and public relation skills, and the ability to interact effectively with citizens, developers, business owners, property owners, and other employees. Preference may be given to candidates with experience in a Main Street community.

The position is full time working 40 hours per week. The Main Street Coordinator will work under the supervision of the City Manager. The starting salary for this position is $40,000 annually. Interested candidates are invited to send their resumes with cover letter by September 15, 2026, at 5 PM to the following email: jsumner@hahiraga.gov. If you prefer, resumes and cover letters may be mailed to the following address: City of Hahira, Attn: City Manager, 102 S. Church Street, Hahira, Georgia 31632. Resumes and cover letters may also be faxed to 229-794-9310.

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The primary purpose of this position is to develop and execute 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. This position is also responsible for the coordination and budgeting of the Main Street Program as well as its Main Street Advisory Board.

The individual in this position is responsible for administering the City of Griffin Main Street Program, coordinating downtown revitalization efforts, and promoting economic vitality through the Main Street Approach. He or she will serve as staff liaison to the Griffin Main Street Board and work closely with the Downtown Development Authority (DDA), Griffin-Spalding Business & Tourism Association, Griffin-Spalding Chamber of Commerce, Georgia Main Street Program, and other stakeholders and community organizations to advance downtown initiatives. Essential duties include the following.

The City of Watkinsville is seeking a Downtown Development Director to lead and manage the city’s Downtown Development program. This position is responsible for implementing the vision and strategic direction of the Downtown Development Authority Board, supporting downtown business retention and recruitment, coordinating marketing and promotional efforts, managing the DDA budget, assisting with historic preservation and tourism initiatives, and identifying grants, sponsorships, and funding opportunities. The Director will work closely with city leadership, the DDA Board, business and property owners, community partners, volunteers, and the public to advance downtown growth, strengthen partnerships, and support projects and programs that enhance Watkinsville’s downtown district.

The Economic Development Coordinator manages job functions at the direction of the Main Street /Economic Development Director. The coordinator assists to drive economic growth and development within the City of Hampton and is responsible for coordinating strategies, programs, and initiatives that promote economic sustainability and prosperity.

The City of Calhoun is now accepting applications for a Main Street Coordinator. This is a part-time position.

Responsibilities include serving as a consistent, professional representative of the DDA in the merchant community, support the planning, logistics, and execution of downtown events, assist with the annual sponsorship outreach process, support the Director on special projects and organizational priorities as they evolve, and perform other duties as assigned that are reasonably incidental to this role

Qualifications are experience in community development, economic development, nonprofit work, business, public relations, or a related field is preferred. Candidates with demonstrated relationship-building skills and community credibility are strongly encouraged to apply. Georgia Main Street training will be provided. A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

A Special Events & Main Street Coordinator position is currently available in the Community Services Division. This position is responsible for assisting in the planning, coordination, and execution of city-sponsored events, while supporting downtown merchant engagement, tourism initiatives, and community outreach efforts. This position also provides backup support for communications and marketing efforts to help strengthen downtown vitality and promote City programs and services. This is a permanent, full-time position.

The City of Dawsonville is hiring a full-time Downtown Development Director. This position will lead efforts to strengthen Dawsonville’s downtown economy through strategic business recruitment, tourism promotion, historic preservation, digital engagement and community-driven events.  This position plans, coordinates, and implements initiatives that support the Downtown Development Authority, enhances the city’s brand, and positions Dawsonville as a vibrant destination to live, work, and visit.

The Downtown Development Coordinator/Main Street Manager for the City of LaFayette is responsible for supporting the Downtown Development Authority and city staff in carrying out downtown work plans, marketing strategies, and Main Street program initiatives. This position plays a key role in coordinating downtown projects and events, strengthening community engagement, supporting local businesses, managing program reporting and budgets, and building partnerships that contribute to the continued growth, investment, and vitality of downtown LaFayette.

The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Coordinator is a part-time position
responsible for coordinating and advancing downtown revitalization, economic
development, and placemaking initiatives in the City of Euharlee. This position serves as
the primary staff liaison to the Downtown Development Authority Board and works
collaboratively with City staff, local businesses, property owners, and community
partners to support a vibrant and sustainable downtown district.

This position is responsible for directing the City’s Main Street Program with a strategic focus on downtown marketing, small business engagement, economic development, and tourism promotion.

The Main Street Director serves as the City’s lead coordinator for downtown development initiatives, working collaboratively with business owners, property owners, community stakeholders, and partner organizations to attract, retain, and support businesses in downtown Madison.

This position operates with a high level of independence and exercises sound judgment in program development, implementation, and strategic planning.

The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate revitalization efforts throughout the City, utilizing the National Main Street program strategies. The Director is also responsible for economic development, special events and overseeing various grants.

The City of Greensboro is a rural Northeast Georgia community, with an evolving Downtown Development Authority, an accredited Main Street Program. Often called the “Crown Jewel of the Lake Oconee Area”, the role of DDA Director is vital to the economic development and downtown revitalization of the City of Greensboro. The position is responsible for supporting the Downtown Development Authority and Main Street Program activities.

The City of Commerce is seeking a motivated, community-focused professional to lead downtown revitalization efforts and oversee the Main Street Program. This role will support business development, help attract new investment, oversee events, marketing, beautification, and community engagement initiatives, and manage grants, budgets, reporting, and coordination with the DDA Board to strengthen the downtown district.

This position will provide support for marketing economic development programs and incentives to the business community in the downtown area and coordinate the activities of the Main Street Advisory Board and the Downtown Development Authority. The Marketing specialist should be a competent professional able to grasp consumer behavior trends and generate creative ideas. The incumbent should also be well-versed in specialized marketing concepts, principles, and tactics.

The Downtown Revitalization Coordinator serves as a key member of the Office of Downtown Development within the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA). Working under the direction of the Office Director, this position plays an important role in advancing downtown revitalization and economic development initiatives across the State of Georgia.

The Coordinator provides direct technical assistance, training, and strategic resources to municipalities, Downtown Development Authorities (DDAs), and local Main Street programs to support the growth and sustainability of vibrant downtown districts. This position will help guide economic revitalization efforts, strengthen small business development and retention, and promote investment in Georgia’s downtown communities.

The Economic Development Director plans, directs, and implements economic development initiatives for the City of Stone Mountain to promote business growth, redevelopment, tourism, and investment. The position oversees strategic economic development programs, business recruitment and retention efforts, redevelopment initiatives, and marketing strategies that strengthen the City’s economic base.

This position also provides staff support and operational oversight for the City’s Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and supervises the Tourism/Main Street Manager to ensure coordination of tourism, downtown revitalization, and Main Street program initiatives.

The Director serves as a key advisor to the City Manager on economic development matters and works collaboratively with local, regional, and state partners to advance economic opportunities for the community.

The Tourism Manager serves as the City’s lead professional for tourism development and destination management. The position is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating tourism programs and projects that enhance the visitor experience, support economic development, and strengthen the City’s brand. The role includes oversight of tourism marketing, special events, heritage initiatives, and the future visitor center and municipal museum.