Description:

Target Hiring Range: $62,163.26 - $69,933.53

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, Off Friday - Sunday

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Under the direction of the Director of Economic Development, the Downtown Manager plans and implements activities related to downtown revitalizations strategies and marketing. Oversees work projects and verifies compliance with all required city, state and federal guidelines.

Essential Job Functions:

The Downtown Manager is responsible for performing a variety of professional duties to support the department’s mission.

• In accordance with the Downtown Strategic Plan, create an Annual Downtown Action Plan focused promotion and marketing; business retention and engagement; and business attraction.
• Assists in the development of long-range studies and strategic plans in conformity with City’s comprehensive plan, the Downtown Form Based Code, and the supplementary planning guidance as it relates to the downtown district.
• Coordinates and participates in promotional and community engagement activities, marketing, business recruitment and training opportunities focused on downtown revitalization.
• Assists with the department’s web-based, print, and social media marketing and advertising programs for the Downtown district.
• Conduct periodic reviews and essential research for the maintenance of downtown website, print materials and social media content.  
• Act as liaison for state, regional, and local organizations/associations related to downtown revitalization efforts.
• Interact with various City departments on collaboration of development projects related to Downtown Rowlett.
• Educate and communicate with public officials, retailers, community groups, the general public, etc., regarding the downtown efforts.
• Work with the City’s Communications Department and Marketing Consultants on developing communications initiatives for the Downtown business community.
• Maintain available land sites and property databases for the Downtown area and create strategic relationships with property owners and leaseholders.

• Develop economic strategies to increase retailing in the downtown, attract new users into existing facilities and expand market opportunities.

• Interact with various City departments on collaboration of development projects to ensure timely permitting and commencement of construction or improvements.

• Assist and coordinate downtown promotional events/activities through planning, design and implementation stages in close cooperation with the Parks and Recreation Department and the Rowlett Area Chamber of Commerce
• Provide ongoing support and information to the Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB) to advance their mission and goals.

• Assists with special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, Planning, Economics, Marketing or closely related field and three (3) years of professional experience in Economic Development or Main Street programs and activities.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.  

• Broad knowledge in Economic Development, Downtown Management, or technical field such as real estate, urban planning, public relations or marketing.  
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to prepare reports, newsletters, correspondence, policies, procedures, and proposals. 
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal and verbal communication skills, including ability to make verbal presentations. 
• Knowledge of CRM databases such as Executive Pulse, EDOiq, Hubspot or Salesforce.
• Strong computer skills and technical knowledge of Microsoft Office. 
• Mathematical skills, analytical judgment, and decision-making abilities.
• Understanding of the City budgeting process, policies and procedures.
• Strong team building, negotiation, and research skills.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Must be able to work well in an environment with multiple interruptions.  

Other Requirements:

Valid Texas Class “C” Texas driver’s license (or ability to obtain).  Must have and maintain a good driving record in accordance with the driving standards as established by the City of Rowlett. Must report all traffic citations to his/her departmental Director or his/her designee within two working days of receipt.

25% of time will consist of off-site meetings and domestic travel as necessary.