May 11, 2010
Position Filled - The Director of Historic South End
Job Summary: The Director of Historic South End (HSE) is the first point of contact for stakeholders in the South End neighborhood. He or she is responsible for working closely with entire CCCP staff to deliver the South End projects and initiatives of the annual Program of Work. Another focus is to leverage the collective resources and relationships of CCCP to advocate for and to serve the stakeholders of Historic South End. The Director will also support the Historic South End Neighborhood Association to enhance this growing urban neighborhood. The Director of South End must be seen as an integral part of the South End neighborhood, with connections to stakeholders that go beyond the 9-5 job. The Director of Historic South End will oversee activities including, but not limited to:
Planning, Business Retention and Recruitment
- Work with SVP of Planning & Development to implement sound urban design and development directives.
- Work with the Transportation Director to enhance transportation strategies.
- Work with the Economic Development Director to implement business retention and recruitment strategies.
- Update and maintain associated databases and statistics.
Retail
- Support and initiate marketing initiatives to promote neighborhood retail (ie: sidewalk sales, marketing campaigns, small stakeholder-driven events, etc).
Urban Living
- Support the HSE Neighborhood Association.
- Liaison with residential properties and neighborhood in support of the Urban Living brand and other initiatives as directed by VP of Neighborhood Development.
- The Director will work to build connections with the surrounding neighborhoods, such as Wilmore, Dilworth and Sedgefield to support the Neighborhood Association and neighborhood commerce.
- Advocate for amenities and infrastructure that enhance the residential and business communities (ie: wayfinding, better pedestrian connectivity, parks, parking, etc).
Internal and External Communications/Marketing
- Be responsible for internal communications on behalf of Historic South End stakeholders.
- Work with the SVP of Communications for external communications and media relations.
- Work with Marketing Director to complete an updated marketing strategy for the district.
- Communicate weekly with Historic South End stakeholders though updated database.
- Communicate regularly with CMPD neighborhood officers.
- Manage regular communications with the HSE Technical team of municipal partners: City of Charlotte, CDOT, CATS, County and Parks and Recreation.
Events Liaison
- Work with Chief Creative Officer to help shape events and energize Historic South End stakeholders to maximize event benefits.
- Acts as the events liaison between the stakeholders and the CCCP events team.
Experience: At least 5-plus years of work experience in direct or related fields. A 4-year degree is required.
Compensation and Benefits: Salary is commensurate on candidate’s qualifications. CCCP offers a generous benefits health, dental, and vision insurance package, including a flexible spending option, and a 401K retirement program.
Contact: Send resume and cover letter to employment@charlottecentercity.org by May 24, 2010.
Charlotte Center City Partners is a non-profit 501(c)(4) whose mission is to facilitate and promote the economic, cultural and residential development of Uptown and Historic South End. www.CharlotteCenterCity.org www.HistoricSouthEnd.com www.FindYourCenter.com
Categories: Community, Charlotte Center City Partners
