Parks, Heritage, & Tourism Program Coord

This position serves as the primary field-based representative for Main Street Arkansas, working directly with participating communities to assess progress, provide hands-on technical assistance using the Main Street Approach, and build local capacity for downtown revitalization. The role supports executive directors, boards, local officials, businesses, and volunteers, and includes conducting assessment visits, preparing written recommendations, and offering ongoing guidance in areas such as work planning, volunteer development, fundraising, promotions, and economic vitality strategies.

Additional responsibilities include coordinating quarterly statewide meetings; delivering training and orientation for new program leaders; maintaining regular communication with assigned communities; and fostering relationships with local stakeholders to strengthen support for revitalization efforts. The position requires extensive travel, the ability to work independently, strong facilitation and trust-building skills, and knowledge of downtown development and the Main Street Approach. Regular statewide and overnight travel is required.