JOB OBJECTIVE: This position is a key member of the Texas Main Street Program (TMSP), a downtown revitalization effort with a more than 40-year track record of assisting Texas communities. Under the direction of the state coordinator, the assistant state coordinator will provide a variety of complex consultative services and technical assistance to the network of 90 historic downtowns that participate in the state program. Primary responsibilities involve working with local Main Street stakeholders (managers, board members, city staff, partners) to build sustainable Main Street programs under the preservation-based foundation of Main Street America’s revitalization strategy, the Main Street Approach™. To this end, the assistant state coordinator must establish relationships with network communities; organize training for local programs, providing presentations when appropriate; handle logistics and planning duties related to TMSP events, projects, and administrative tasks; and work with state coordinator to organize and provide accreditation visits to communities.

The assistant state coordinator may work directly with local programs and TMSP staff members on projects to develop leadership and capacity; consider downtown economic vitality initiatives; craft marketing campaigns for downtowns; and reinforce the understanding and use of historic preservation standards. Agency-focused goals include increasing the visibility and value of the TMSP within the network of local Main Street programs and increasing participation of stakeholders in agency led trainings and events. This position works with other members of the program team, including organizational, architectural, economic development, and city planning professionals, and may lead, guide, and coordinate the work of team members.

The assistant state coordinator works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Occasional travel required, averaging four nights per month with some ability to control the travel schedule.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

(The application must specifically state how each of the following qualifications are met):

• Graduation from an accredited college or university. A degree or major course work in a field relevant to the assignment; such as urban or community planning, historic preservation, economic or small business development, public administration, communications, organizational management, or a related field. Candidates with a minimum of five years of professional experience in one of the above fields may be considered in lieu of the specialized degree;
• Professional work experience in planning, historic preservation, small business or community development work, organizational management, economic development, or relevant field;
• Work experience training and making public presentations to wide-ranging audiences;
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record and ability to drive a state vehicle; and
• Required to travel up to 25% of the work period.

PREFER:

• Graduate degree in a field relevant to the work assigned, such as urban planning, community planning, historic preservation, economic or small business development, public administration, communications, organizational management, or a related field;
• Project management and community development experience, preferably in the context of historic preservation;
• Organizational development and management experience;
• Specialization or experience in historic preservation;
• Work experience within the Main Street structure and principles;
• Ability to read, write and converse fluently in Spanish and English.

• Knowledge of historic preservation, community development, and downtown revitalization;
• Effective verbal and written communication, human relations, and organizational skills;
• Skill in applying social media marketing to small independent businesses and local programs;
• Skill in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers;
• Skill in operating a personal computer with word processing, database, and spreadsheet software;
• Knowledge of project management theories and practices;
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions, to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues, to demonstrate negotiation and facilitation skills, to identify project risks, to prepare reports and charts, to communicate effectively, and to assign duties and responsibilities and coordinate the work of colleagues;
• Ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and recommend effective solutions;
• Ability to process information in a logical manner and to assess validity;
• Ability to work in a setting requiring self-motivation/cooperative decision-making and to work effectively with diverse groups of people;
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail;
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to adapt successfully and quickly to change and deliver quality results in a timely manner;
• Ability to plan, organize and work independently, as well as within a team environment;
• Ability to train others;
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion; and
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.

REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION, OR LICENSURE:
Must have or obtain a valid Driver’s License and Defensive Driving Course to be able to operate state vehicles

ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL CONDITIONS: Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping, and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer, and may require working extended hours and some evenings, weekends and overnight, as needed. Involves safely operating a state vehicle and driving for long distances and traveling by airplane. Position requires regular, in-office, presence but agency tele-work policy may permit future approval of up to three days per week of remote work, subject to job and performance requirements.

REMARKS (Application procedures, Special requirements): State of Texas application must be submitted through the CAPPS website. Only applicants interviewed will be notified of their selection or non-selection. Resumes will NOT be accepted in place of a completed application.

For additional information regarding this posting, please visit https://www.thc.texas.gov/job-opportunities.