POSITION OVERVIEW: Laramie Main Street’s Program Coordinator is a champion for downtown! They inspire and lead people through collaborative work with a variety of individuals and organizations while building consensus among diverse stakeholders. They coordinate redevelopment projects utilizing Laramie’s Downtown Development Plan and National Main Street’s Four-Point Approach for downtown revitalization: Organization, Promotion, Design and Economic Development. The Program Coordinator will learn, practice and promote downtown revitalization best practices using local, regional and national resources to support Laramie Main Street’s mission and transformation strategy.
This position will assist the Executive Director with the administration of the program. Based on the individuals skill set and interest, the final job description could include a focus on:
Event planning and coordination
Community and volunteer engagement
Fundraising, grant writing and budget monitoring
Outreach to and support for businesses and property owners
Administrative support for board members and committee chairs
Developing and monitoring work plans and revitalization strategies
Facilitation of physical improvement projects including infill, renovations, preservation and streetscape amenities
The final job description will be tailored to the candidate who is the best fit for the organization.
MISSION: Laramie Main Street strives to preserve historic Downtown Laramie while enhancing its economic and social vitality.
TRANSFORMATION STRATEGY: Develop Downtown as a home for entrepreneurs with a focus on authentic consumer experiences and creative Third Spaces.
REPORTING TO: The Program Coordinator will work collaboratively with the Executive Director (ED), and in the ED’s absence, report to the Chair of the Board.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Experience working for a non profit
Excellent oral and written communication
Ability to lead and inspire
Dynamic self-starter with exceptional organizational skills
Experience with project coordination
Appreciation for downtown Laramie and local businesses
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with a Main Street program, Downtown Development Authority, chamber, tourism board or economic development organization
Professional fundraising or grant writing experience
A history of developing and executing short and long-term strategic plans
Ability to organize a diverse variety of stakeholders around a shared vision
Basic understanding of or appreciation for historic preservation
Small business management with the ability to evaluate performance and provide technical assistance to spur growth
An entrepreneurial spirit and/or passion for volunteerism
Experience in facilitating community engagement and utilizing public input in strategic initiatives
Coordination of small scale infill and redevelopment projects
COMPENSATION: Hiring range is $32,000 to $38,000 based on experience. Benefits include flex time, options for remote work, paid professional development, two weeks of vacation the first year (time increases with years of service), 14 paid holidays, a phone stipend, and a simple IRA retirement contribution.
TO APPLY: Email your resume and cover letter highlighting your qualifications and which aspects of the job best fit your skill sets to Trey Sherwood at downtownlaramie@gmail.com before June 26. Applications will be reviewed as received. The final job description will be tailored to the candidate who is the best fit for the organization.