Listing Summary

Position Summary

The City of Tallapoosa is seeking a Downtown Development Coordinator. The position requires an energetic, results-oriented professional enthusiastic about the future of the City of Tallapoosa. The coordinator will be responsible for coordinating all economic development interests, downtown promotional activities & special events, and assisting with grant applications.  Reports to the City Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning, developing and executing the downtown master plan.
• Work on attaining Main Street status.
• Retain, grow, and recruit retail and other businesses to enhance the downtown business environment.
• Track vacant/available space for potential businesses.
• Organize, manage and promote Downtown events and festivals.
• Facilitate communication between businesses and community.
• Works collaboratively with city staff to identify, and apply for, various downtown and neighborhood development grants.
• Promote downtown area through marketing and public relation initiatives.
• Assists staff with downtown developers to utilize the Enterprise and Opportunity Zone incentives where appropriate.  Also helps historic building preservation work to qualify for state tax abatements and incentives.
• Provides administrative support for the DDA.

Qualifications

Education and experience requirements include a high school graduate at minimum, with

three years of experience in sales, marketing, or communications fields. Associates or

Bachelor’s degree in a related field is desired. Experience working closely with

volunteers, volunteer organizations, or in the marketing/promotions/communications

profession. Any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the

required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Application Information:

Interested and qualified people should complete a City of Tallapoosa Employment Application at Tallapoosa City Hall, 25 E. Alabama Street, Tallapoosa, GA 30117 or available on the city website (www.tallapoosaga.gov) Resumes can also be attached.

Closing Date:  Open Until Position Filled