Indiana Main Street Senior Program Manager
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA):
The Office of Community and Rural Affairs works with local, state, and national partners to provide resources and technical assistance that help communities shape and achieve their visions for community and economic development. We award grants to fund public gathering places, fix water and sewer infrastructure, restore historic structures, build community facilities, and revitalize commercial districts. These funds help communities improve their quality of life and ensure the health and safety of their citizens.
Role Overview:
The Indiana Main Street Senior Program Manager serves as the Main Street Indiana State Coordinator, leading efforts to support and advance Indiana’s Main Street Program. You will guide communities, program participants, and stakeholders to foster economic vitality, historic preservation, and downtown revitalization efforts. You will oversee program development, strategic initiatives, and policy analysis while collaborating with local and national partners.
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $53,222 but may be commensurate with education and job experience.
A Day in the Life:
Responsibilities include:
- Administer and oversee Main Street Indiana programs, including PreservINg Main Street and IMS Council management.
- Conduct on-site technical assistance visits, training sessions, and strategic planning workshops for participating communities.
- Provide high-quality customer service and relationship building, ensuring strong engagement with Main Street community leaders, local officials, and stakeholders.
- Serve as Indiana’s representative for Main Street America, managing accreditation processes and participation in national forums.
- Research and develop new programs in response to organizational needs to enhance impact.
- Develop funding applications and administer grant programs that support downtown revitalization and economic development initiatives.
- Coordinate and facilitate interactive meetings to gather input from community stakeholders and provide realistic solutions for growth.
- Track project milestones to ensure deadlines and budgets are met across participating communities.
- Prepare reports, maintain project data, and contribute to newsletters, press releases, and outreach efforts.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with local officials, economic development leaders, chambers of commerce, and regional planning organizations to advance Main Street revitalization efforts.
- Travel across Indiana to attend meetings, provide program support, and represent the Office of Community and Rural Affairs.
The job description is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be changed or assigned at any time.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
Credentials:
- Bachelor's degree in community development, economic development, business administration, urban planning, or a related field.
- Minimum of five years of experience in project management, economic development, or downtown revitalization.
Additional qualifications:
- Familiarity with Indiana’s economic development framework, historic preservation, and/or community planning policies.
- Expertise in program administration, stakeholder engagement, and policy development.
- Ability to develop innovative strategies for revitalizing downtowns and fostering economic growth.Knowledge of economic development strategies, historic preservation practices, and community planning principles.
- Excellent customer service and relationship management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.
- Experience managing grants, budgeting, and financial analysis.
- Ability to travel statewide for program-related activities and occasional national meetings.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contributions
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
