Executive Director

Overview

Executive Director – Main Street Preservation Trust (MSPT)

Salary: $75,000 – $95,000 (commensurate with experience)

The Main Street Preservation Trust (MSPT), a nationally accredited Main Street program guided by the Main Street Four Point Approach, is seeking a visionary and strategic Executive Director to lead the continued revitalization, economic development, and historic preservation of downtown Gloucester, Virginia.

This leadership role will guide long-term planning, downtown investment strategy, preservation initiatives, and community partnerships that strengthen Gloucester’s historic Main Street district and position it for sustainable economic growth.

• Lead strategic downtown revitalization initiatives
• Build partnerships with government, investors, developers, and community stakeholders
• Advance economic development and redevelopment projects
• Support historic preservation, streetscape, design, and way finding initiatives
• Identify grant and funding opportunities
• Support board governance, accreditation, and organizational sustainability
• Collaborate with Gloucester Main Street Association (GMSA) and Gloucester Community Loan Fund (GCLF)

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• 4–7 years of leadership experience in nonprofit management, economic development, real estate, or related fields
• Strong communication, organizational, and partnership-building skills
• Experience working with boards, public-private partnerships, and strategic initiatives
• Knowledge of historic preservation, downtown development, or commercial real estate preferred

Gloucester offers a unique blend of historic charm and a growing Main Street community located within easy access of Williamsburg and Richmond. This is an opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact in a dynamic and evolving community.