Maintenance & Activation Coordinator
Downtown Grand Rapids
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USD 55k-62k / year
Posted 6+ months ago
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The mission of Downtown Grand Rapids, Inc. is to accelerate Downtown GR's transition to a best-in-class American city. While a small, yet mighty organization, our growing team works hard with a wide array of community partners to build an increasingly vibrant downtown with great recreational experiences, a high quality of life for people from all walks of life and a strong, inclusive economy. You may be familiar with some of our work:
With all of these exciting achievements and even more impactful projects approaching, Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. (DGRI) is in search of an Maintenance & Activation Coordinator that will work in collaboration with the Activation and Events team to create unique placemaking experiences for Downtown Grand Rapids. This position will administer, develop, coordinate and manage execution of various activation programs to ensure the Downtown provides a one-of-a-kind experience for residents, employees, and visitors furthering the city and downtowns GR Forward Master Plan.
The position involves a confluence of various disciplines related to urban place management, including but not limited to parks, public art, placemaking, events, programming, and other activation strategies for both public and private spaces within the downtown district. Additionally, this role will be responsible for installations, equipment, building, and maintaining activities at DGRI-produced events throughout the year.
The position will work closely with the DGRI Director of Public Space Management, as well as related agencies and organizations within the community including various City of Grand Rapids departments.
Our Ideal Candidate Will
Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary: $55000 - $62000 per year
Job Posted by ApplicantPro
The mission of Downtown Grand Rapids, Inc. is to accelerate Downtown GR's transition to a best-in-class American city. While a small, yet mighty organization, our growing team works hard with a wide array of community partners to build an increasingly vibrant downtown with great recreational experiences, a high quality of life for people from all walks of life and a strong, inclusive economy. You may be familiar with some of our work:
- GR Forward - DGRI and partners led the development of this award-winning community plan and investment strategy to transform the Grand River into a distinct asset and guide the next generation of growth in Downtown Grand Rapids. Now we are busy making the vision a reality with the transformation of Lyon Square, planning for Switchback Park on the face of Belknap Hill and the revitalization of the Grand River Corridor.
- The Van Andel Arena, Downtown Market and DeVos Place Convention Center - We helped build the facilities and accelerate the revitalization of Downtown.
- World of Winter, more food trucks, downtown skatepark, downtown refreshment area. Yep. That's us. We strive to activate downtown year-round with events highlighting art, music, culture and inclusivity. We've also expanded Downtown public amenities with a dog park and "social zones" to compliment and activate our Downtown public spaces.
With all of these exciting achievements and even more impactful projects approaching, Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. (DGRI) is in search of an Maintenance & Activation Coordinator that will work in collaboration with the Activation and Events team to create unique placemaking experiences for Downtown Grand Rapids. This position will administer, develop, coordinate and manage execution of various activation programs to ensure the Downtown provides a one-of-a-kind experience for residents, employees, and visitors furthering the city and downtowns GR Forward Master Plan.
The position involves a confluence of various disciplines related to urban place management, including but not limited to parks, public art, placemaking, events, programming, and other activation strategies for both public and private spaces within the downtown district. Additionally, this role will be responsible for installations, equipment, building, and maintaining activities at DGRI-produced events throughout the year.
The position will work closely with the DGRI Director of Public Space Management, as well as related agencies and organizations within the community including various City of Grand Rapids departments.
Our Ideal Candidate Will
- Have an High school diploma or equivalent education and experience with three (3) or more years of experience in a similar role.
- Manage implementation of organizational strategic priorities at the direction of the Director of Public Space Management.
- Mange the seasonal and daily hired staff for event staffing and activation efforts along with overseeing all contractors required for an effective event.
- Help to oversee all day of logistics at events and installations which include setting up, running the event, and tear down. Major events include State of the Downtown, World of Winter, Return to the River, Relax at Rosa, and others.
- Maintains excellent customer service protocols, facilitates the resolution of concerns, requests, and suggestions from community members as well as maintains positive relationships with downtown oriented event products and key stakeholders.
- Coordinates vendor bidding and selection processes; negotiates and administers contracts with outside vendors for maximum service and cost effectiveness when needed.
- Be team oriented and willing to support the entire DGRI team as necessary through activation efforts
- Book equipment needed for installations and events, maintain inventory and organization of storage space, and provide routine maintenance of DGRI produced and managed installations and activation efforts.
- Assists DGRI staff in other projects and activities to fulfill the mission of the organization while performing any other tasks assigned by the Director of Public Space Management to the intent of the position.
- An opportunity to affect things that matter in our city! You'll have exposure to exciting events, projects and developments and help to re-define our skyline.
- A fun and flexible culture. Our diverse team works hard and has a good time doing it.
- Competitive compensation
- Medical & dental Insurance
- Life insurance
- Short & long term disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Comprehensive wellness program
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Technology stipend
- Opportunities to grow and develop your career
Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary: $55000 - $62000 per year
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