We are seeking a passionate, organized, and committed individual with a focus of utilizing Main Street America's Four-Point Approach (Design, Organization, Promotion, and Economic Vitality).
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for overseeing strategic planning, operations, financial management, fundraising, and community engagement. This role requires a passion for downtown development, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate with business owners, investors, government officials, and community partners.
Essential Job Functions:
Provide leadership in the implementation of the Main Street Four Point approach to Downtown Revitalization and coordination of Main Street Ozark.
Serve as the primary spokesperson and represent/advocate for Main Street Ozark's mission, programs, and resources through external communication (social media, emails, press, etc.) meeting, and one on one conversations.
Partner and serve with various organizations and attend a variety of meetings and committees in addition to the Main Street Ozark Board of Directors meetings.
Build strong public-private partnerships with businesses, property owners, and local organizations.
Develop and implement strategies with the Economic Vitality Committee for business retention, recruitment, and economic growth with grants, loans, and tax incentives.
Lead and/or support fundraising efforts, sponsorships, and events with the Promotions Committee.
Lead and/or support design and beautification efforts of downtown with the Design Committee.
Oversee Main Street Ozark operations and maintain financial stability with the Organization Committee.
Support the Ozark Area Depot Museum with payroll of the Director, volunteer recruitment, tax reporting, etc.
Maintain active 501(c)(3) status and to ensure compliance with Main Street Ozark By-laws and City of Ozark and Main Street Arkansas contract requirements.
Ensure Main Street Ozark meets state (Main Street Arkansas) and national (Main Street America) accreditation, legal compliance, and training requirements.
Prepare all reports required by the City of Ozark, Main Street Arkansas, and Main Street America.
Maintain the database system required by Main Street Arkansas to track the process of the revitalization efforts, including documentation of job creation, business recruitment and retention, vacancy rate, reinvestment statistics, economic monitoring, individual business and building files, and contacts.
Maintain Main Street Ozark’s electronic database and files regarding agendas, meeting minutes, financials, ballots, correspondence, work plans, etc. to ensure transparency and communication with the Board of Directors.
Other related duties may be assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficient in Microsoft and Google applications, Canva, Facebook, website management, databases, etc.
Ability to travel for various meetings and trainings.
Ability to manage multiple projects, build partnerships, and work independently.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and is able to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure while prioritizing goals and tasks.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from citizens, regulatory agencies, city officials, and members of the business community.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Must possess effective interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution skills.
Ability to work with a wide variety of internal and external customers, citizens and officials.
Display a high degree of sound business judgment and ethical conduct.
Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with board members, peers, volunteers, and other organizations.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and comfortable with public speaking.
Required Licenses or Certificates:
Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license.
The Executive Director plays a key role in supporting our local downtown businesses, improving public spaces, and help shaping the future of the Main Street Ozark District. They must demonstrate good character and sound judgement and be capable of performing the responsibilities of the role in a professional and responsible manner.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
We do not discriminate on basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
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Work Location: In person
