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Job Openings/RFPs

We are happy to share downtown and downtown-related job openings and RFP opportunities.

Downtown Manager

City of Conroe
The Downtown Manager is responsible for promoting the vitality and exceptionalism of Downtown Conroe through economic development, Main Street programming, historical preservation, infrastructure improvements, cultural arts, destination marketing, grant funding initiatives, and maintaining strong working relationships with the business community and government agencies. This exempt position maintains a high level of visibility for downtown and the downtown enhancement effort. In accomplishing these objectives, the Downtown Manager supervises one (1) Administrative Specialist II position. The Downtown Manager reports to the Assistant City Administrator/Director of Finance.
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Economic Development Specialist

City of Denton
This position is responsible for a variety of economic development related duties such as promoting positive growth in Denton through marketing strategies, administration of the strategic plan and Legistar activities, and providing small business/entrepreneur support.
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Main Street Coordinator

City of Freeport
The City of Freeport is looking for a Main Street Coordinator. Application and job description can be found using the link below. In addition to filling out the city application, applicants should send a resume to Donna Fisher, Human Resources Director: dfisher@freeport.tx.us
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Downtown Redevelopment Coordinator

City of Irving
The City of Irving is seeking its first Redevelopment Coordinator to execute incremental development and revitalization programs in the downtown area. This position will oversee program and contract administration, coordinate with various internal departments and external stakeholders on several projects, facilitate a strong business network between area merchants, charitable organizations, chamber, and various municipal departments, and work with public and private sector organizations to facilitate improvements including reuse of existing building and underutilized space, place-making, wayfinding, district branding, beautification, landscaping, streetscaping, banners, public art, and infrastructure.
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Heritage and Tourism Manager

City of Manor
The City of Manor is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Heritage and Tourism Manager. Under the direction of the City Manager or their designee, this position will coordinate, preserve, program, market, and guide the continued revitalization of the City of Manor. Represent the department and City in certain tourism, arts and community development opportunities as identified by the City Manager. Assist efforts to enhance community partnerships, provide special event support, and contribute to the City and engagement efforts. The ideal candidate would be an energetic leader who is passionate about advocacy, builds consensus, and possesses exceptional marketing and interpersonal skills.
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Downtown Development Manager

City of McKinney
This position champions the City of McKinney’s organizational vision – ‘to build relationships to make a strong and resilient community’ - through management of the McKinney Main Street program. McKinney Main Street is a state and nationally accredited program, and this position helps advance the founding principles of community transformation through Main Street America’s Four Point Approach of Economic Vitality, Design, Promotion and Organization. This position cultivates relationships with current and potential downtown stakeholders through active communication and engagement including regularly scheduled meetings, individual check-in’s, and digital interactions. Under the direction of the Main Street Program Director, the Downtown Development Manager consults with appropriate officials and advisory board members to implement the mission of McKinney Main Street and the Historic Downtown McKinney Cultural District.
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Main Street Program Manager

City of San Augustine
The City of San Augustine is currently seeking applicants for our Main Street Program Manager position. We are located in Deep East Texas and filled with a very rich history. This position is responsible for administering the Main Street Program by coordinating community organizations, promotion, design, and economic restructuring. The Manager works with local organizations to focus on improvements and preservation planning. Thus this daily contact with the public and with groups requires skills such as courtesy, tact, public speaking and poise. The preparation of numerous reports and making decisions requiring mature judgment is also a responsibility. If this sounds like the job for you, we look forward to receiving your resume and application.
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Special Events & Marketing Coordinator

City of Georgetown
Under the supervision of the Senior Special Events & Marketing Coordinator assists with implementing and promoting a variety of special events and activities for the community. This position assists with soliciting sponsorships, managing volunteers, seeking partnerships and developing marketing strategies to produce high-quality events that fulfill the desires of the community and enhance tourism to the City. This position is responsible for providing high-quality customer service in all personal interactions with the public.
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Texas Brazos Trail Region Executive Director

Texas Brazos Trail Region (18 counties in Central Texas)
The Texas Brazos Trail Region is a non-profit organization covering 18 counties of Central Texas. A participant in the Texas Heritage Trails Program (THTP) of the Texas Historical Commission, the organization works to increase tourism, promote historic preservation, and support community and economic development among cities and tourism partners. Job Summary The Texas Brazos Trail Region Executive Director works alongside a volunteer Board of Directors to administer and manage the regional organization. This is a full-time salaried position, exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, with an anticipated start date of fall 2023.
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Redevelopment Coordinator - Downtown

City of Irving
The City of Irving is seeking its first Redevelopment Coordinator to execute incremental development and revitalization programs in the downtown area. This position will oversee program and contract administration, coordinate with various internal departments and external stakeholders on several projects, facilitate a strong business network between area merchants, charitable organizations, chamber, and various municipal departments, and work with public and private sector organizations to facilitate improvements including reuse of existing building and underutilized space, place-making, wayfinding, district branding, beautification, landscaping, streetscaping, banners, public art, and infrastructure.
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RFPs


Downtown Master Plan Update

City of Denton
The city needs to evaluate if the vision and goals for Downtown are still relevant today. Additionally, evaluate its boundary, identify additional open space, increase housing choices, enhance mobility connectivity and balance development while protecting existing neighborhoods and historic resources.
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Development of Downtown Midland Property

City of Midland
Propose development of downtown Midland property, Block 35, Lots 1A and 5-12. The city intends to demolish all structures located on the property prior to the initiation of any construction pursuant to the selected proposal.
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