The City of Hapeville is current accepting applications for a Main Street – Grants Coordinator. The successful candidate will perform a variety of administrative, technical and professional work in preparation and support for implementation of economic and community development plans, programs, and services. This position will specifically work with the Main Street Program of the City. This position is responsible for working closely with the Economic Development Department and other city staff in promoting the business and economic development interests within the community. Directly reports to the Economic Development Manager.

This position is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, monitoring, and assessment of all economic development activities for the City. Primary focus is on traditional economic development activities including recruitment, retention, and expansion with significant concentration on small business development, redevelopment, downtown development, industrial development, and community engagement. Full description here.

The City of Madison is accepting applications for a full-time Main Street Director. This position is responsible for directing the city’s Main Street Program to benefit residents and businesses of downtown Madison.

The Brunswick Downtown Development Authority is accepting applications for a Downtown Events and Marketing Manager. The position is responsible for working with staff, volunteers, businesses, and organizations to plan, market, manage and produce Brunswick Main Street Program events and activities. This position requires attendance at events which may be on evenings and weekends.

This position is responsible for directing the operations of the city’s Main Street Program. The major duties for this position includes developing strategies for preservation-based economic development in collaboration with the Central Valdosta Development Authority.

The Municipal Association of South Carolina is accepting resumes for the position of staff associate for Main Street SC to assist the Main Street Manager with the planning, coordination and implementation of the programs, tools, resources, organizational structure and services to help the staff of Main Street members, board/committee members, small business owners and residents revitalize their downtowns, neighborhood commercial districts and cities/towns into vibrant centers of commerce and community. Apply here.

The City of Hampton is hiring for several Planner positions. To read a full description of each position, view their Employment Opportunities page here.

The Main Street Coordinator assists and coordinates economic development efforts that support the Main Street program under state and national standards. The Main Street Coordinator is also responsible for coordinating all economic development interests, downtown promotional activities, special events, and grant applications. Reports to the Economic Development Director.

This person in this position supports the City’s economic development division’s services, projects, and programs. The incumbent analyzes, coordinates, and administers economic development projects and programs; the incumbent facilitates project processing and permitting for local businesses; the incumbent maintains and analyzes economic trends from City’s business license and business retention and expansion program databases; and the incumbent  serves as a resource to other City staff, outside agencies, and the general public in answering questions, providing information and assistance, and resolving problems. This person also oversees the Mainstreet efforts by planning and direct supervision of the Mainstreet Coordinator.

The City of Forsyth is accepting applications for Main Street DDA Coordinator. Qualified applicants should download an application at www.cityofforsyth.net and submit applications and resume to Cody Ellis via hand delivery at 28 E Main Street or via email to cellis@cityofforsyth.com or mailed to City of Forsyth, PO Box 1447, Forsyth, GA 31029.

The team at the City of Pelham is looking for candidates to fill the position of Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Director / Main Street Program Director. The City of Pelham is a small rural South Georgia community, rich in tradition and committed to community growth and making it one of the best in the region. The job opening plays a vital role in the economic development and revitalization of the City. Submit a cover letter, resume to donnapelhamga@yahoo.com

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The Main Street Manager coordinates activity within a downtown revitalization program which utilizes historic preservation as an integral foundation for downtown economic development. The Manager is responsible for the development, conduct, execution, and documentation of the DDA and the Main Street Program. The director is the principal on-site staff person responsible for coordinating all program activities locally as well as for representing the community regionally and nationally as appropriate. Read Full Job Description.

The Dublin Downtown Development Authority is seeking a driven, energetic, entrepreneurial, and well-organized leader to serve as its full-time Executive Director. The Executive Director is responsible for coordinating downtown revitalization activities in Dublin, Georgia, utilizing the Main Street Approach™.
The Executive Director oversees downtown investment projects, historic rehabilitation and financial incentives, community partnerships, business relations, and the operation of four public facilities including: Theatre Dublin, the Dublin Carnegie, Market on Madison, and Bicentennial Plaza. Executive Director Dublin DDA full description here.

The Toccoa Main Street Manager exercises responsibility for the administration of the Toccoa Main Street Program affecting business and property owners, and involves the development and documentation of a comprehensive revitalization program for Main Street Toccoa. Implements grant programs, develop awareness and educational programs and economic strategies, advise merchants and property/business owners, and coordinates beautification and grant-related projects. Reports to the Community Development Director. Read full Job Description.

The Manchester Development Authority in the magic up and coming city of Manchester Georgia is actively seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as our Executive Director.  Please email your resume to martymitchell@windstream.net. Read full description here.

The Executive Director of NewTown Loans is a full-time, senior-level, leadership position responsible for fulfilling our mission to revitalize Macon by equipping our citizens with education and financing to make successful investments in businesses and real estate.  The successful employee will ensure that every entrepreneur and developer secures the knowledge and resources needed to build income and wealth, especially among underserved populations such as women and people of color.  NewTown Loans functions as a department within NewTown Macon, grouping together our training and financing activities as Central Georgia’s first and only Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI).

The City of Hapeville is current accepting applications for a Main Street – Grants Coordinator. The successful candidate will perform a variety of administrative, technical and professional work in preparation and support for implementation of economic and community development plans, programs, and services. This position will specifically work with the Main Street Program of the City. This position is responsible for working closely with the Economic Development Department and other city staff in promoting the business and economic development interests within the community. Directly reports to the Economic Development Manager.

The City of Nashville is accepting applications/resumes for the position of a Director for the Nashville Main Street Program. This position is responsible for the development and implementation of strategies to attract businesses to the downtown district, ensures compliance with Main Street Program, recruit volunteers, and compose marketing material for promoting and advertising the Downtown District. This person will be responsible for coordinating all project activities for all City events locally as well as for representing the community regionally as needed. Read full description.

This position will work with the City Administrator to develop strategic goals and direct implementation of strategies that advance the priorities of the governing body to support and host special events conducted on City property and to program the high utilization of City event facilities including downtown, Jug Tavern Park, the Colleen O. Williams Theatre, and other City spaces.

The City of Americus is a local municipal government that serves a population of 17,041, with 150 full time and 12 part time employees. We are an innovative, clean, and safe city where our citizens enjoy a good quality of life. We are committed to creating an outstanding level of opportunities for our diverse population, and to also provide quality governmental services, cultivate economic development, and promote quality jobs and successful businesses.