Executive Director

Overview

The Executive Director is the chief administrative and professional leader of Melbourne Main Street. This role is responsible for coordinating, managing, and executing the organization’s programs, partnerships, communications, and operations in alignment with the Board-approved strategic plan and annual work plan. The Executive Director brings significant expertise, community relationships, and experience in downtown revitalization, nonprofit management, and economic development. This is a results-driven role requiring flexibility, professional autonomy, and focus.

It is not a traditional 9–5 position; it often requires evening, weekend, and on-site participation, as well as the ability to work remotely or in focused environments when appropriate.

• Oversee day-to-day operations, including finances, communications, partnerships, programs, and compliance
• Implement initiatives that advance the organization’s strategic plan, created or recommended in collaboration with the Board and Committees
• Provide guidance and recommendations to Committees to support effective program execution
• Ensure that programs, events, and operational tasks are carried out successfully, drawing on professional expertise and judgment
• Maintain Florida and National Main Street accreditation through reporting, documentation, and best practices
• Coordinate and support Committees to ensure alignment with strategic initiatives and progress toward goals
• Supervise staff, contractors, and volunteers, fostering a collaborative and professional culture
• Represent Melbourne Main Street in meetings with government, civic, and community partners
• Ensure compliance with the Funding Agreement between the City of Melbourne and MMS
• Exercise professional autonomy in determining the most effective environment to complete work — office, remote, or on-site downtown — to ensure focus, productivity, and successful outcomes

• Partner with the Board of Directors to implement the strategic plan. Receive direction from the Board of Directors regarding prioritization of work efforts
• Provide professional guidance, recommendations, and updates to the Board while maintaining operational responsibility
• Empower Committees to lead initiatives and participate in strategic implementation
• Facilitate collaboration among staff, Committees, and community stakeholders
• Ensure Board and Committee proposals are actionable, aligned with priorities, and effectively supported

• Develop and manage annual budgets, financial reports, and cash flow in partnership with the Finance Committee, CPA, and Jitasa
• Oversee accurate and timely invoicing, approvals, account classifications, and reporting
• Support Board-led fundraising efforts through sponsorship fulfillment, donor communications, and reporting
• Ensure fiscal responsibility, transparency, and compliance with nonprofit regulations

• Serve as liaison to downtown businesses, property owners, and developers
• Provide guidance, connections, and advocacy to support business and downtown growth
• Oversee initiatives such as the Downtown Advantage Program, business retention efforts, and public safety partnerships
• Track business activity, openings, and closures to inform strategy and reporting

• Manage & Collaborate with the Director of Events/Marketing, a full-time support employee of MMS
• Implement marketing and promotion initiatives created or recommended in collaboration with the Promotions Committee
• Manage social media, website, e-newsletters, and public communications
• Serve as spokesperson and brand ambassador for Melbourne Main Street
• Oversee advertising, media partnerships, and public relations
• Plan and execute key downtown events, including (subject to change over time)
  • Downtown Botanical Fest
  • Puttapalooza
  • Trash Bash
  • Trick or Treat
  • Candlelight Shopping Series
  • Downtown Food & Wine Festival (or replacement)
• Manage outside creative vendors for design, graphic solutions, and other visual communications
• Evaluate events for impact, participation, and community engagement