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PARKS, HERITAGE, & TOURISM PROGRAM COORD
Little Rock, AR, US, 72201
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.
Position Information
Job Series: Parks – Career Path
Classification: Parks, Heritage, and Tourism Program Coordinator
Class Code: RPA24P
Pay Grade: SGS06
Salary Range: $52,137- $77,163
Job Summary
Primary Responsibilities
Knowledge and Skills
Minimum Qualifications
At least two years of experience in program coordination, tourism development, historic preservation, park management, or a related field.
Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.
Licensure/Certifications
Nearest Major Market: Little Rock
Salary : $52,137 - $77,163