Position: Six Corners Association seeks a full-time Program Manager for Special Service Area 28 (SSA 28). This position reports to the Executive Director and leads implementation of SSA 28's annual work plan.
Mission: Six Corners Association and SSA 28 strive to enhance our thriving NW side commercial district through beautification, community involvement, business recruitment, and promotion.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Neighborhood Business & Marketing
- Lead existing initiatives and assist in development of creative new campaigns to strengthen neighborhood identity, promote shopping local, and increase the visibility and status of Six Corners city-wide. Utilize social media and e-newsletter tools to disseminate relevant information.
- Foster community engagement by creating meaningful relationships with current and prospective members, recruiting new members through cold calls, site visits, prospecting, and participation in community events.
- Assist the creation and production of membership, site, and business marketing materials.
Community Programming & Events
- Lead existing programs including 6 Corners BBQ Fest, Halloween Headquarters, Small Business Saturday, Community Leadership Roundtables, and Brokers Luncheons. Assist with developing new programming.
Streetscape Maintenance
- Oversee contracts and vendors for litter abatement, landscaping, snow removal, holiday decorations, and street furniture maintenance, ensuring quality delivery of services within budget.
Streetscape Enhancement
- Assist with placemaking efforts and capital improvement projects that leverage public space to support economic and civic activity including bike corrals, pedestrian plaza, people spots, and public art.
- Respond quickly and efficiently to the needs of business and property owners.
- Manage inventory, market available spaces by working closely with owners, brokers, and prospectives
Administration
- Participate in events and meetings hosted by Six Corners Association and community members.
- Provide additional administrative support as needed.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Strong commitment to the purpose and services of Six Corners Association and SSA 28; dedication to and knowledge of the Six Corners community
- Bachelor's degree in urban planning, community development, marketing or related field
- 2+ years experience in project management preferred
Additional Experience:
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including public speaking
- Strong time management, organizational, and project management skills
- Experience and ability to work with volunteer Board members
- Strong computer and social media skills, working knowledge and utilization of Google Docs
- Self-directed and naturally takes initiative
- Be a team player willing to assist in other areas
Six Corners Association is an equal opportunity employer.