Uptown Roxboro Group Executive Director
City of Roxboro, NC., Roxboro, NC, United States
The City of Roxboro (8,200) currently has an opening for an
Uptown Roxboro Group Executive Director . Roxboro is situated in Person County, which is located near the Virginia border and just a short drive from Raleigh, Durham, and Greensboro.
This position is responsible for the management of a non-profit organization that works in tandem with the City of Roxboro to implement the North Carolina Main Street Program’s community-based revitalization initiatives in Uptown Roxboro. Key duties include development and enforcement of a budget, implementation of annual and long-range workplans, coordination of volunteers, event programming, marketing, and business development and promotion.
This position works closely with the Uptown Roxboro Group (URG) Board of Directors, and serves as the Executive Director for the non-profit organization. Work is supervised by the City Manager, but the position requires autonomous implementation of the specific goals and programs of the Uptown Roxboro Group and NC Main Street Program. As a liaison to the Uptown business community and representative of two organizations, this position must balance the duties and responsibilities associated with public communication and interaction, records retention and proper implementation of local government regulations, and representation of a non-profit organization with an independent board. This position also requires flexibility in work schedule, as there will be weekend, evening, and holiday commitments associated with essential job duties.
$49,012.00
Additional consideration may be given for experience
Job Duties
Conducts research and implements the principles of the NC Main Street Program through strategies of Organization, Promotion, Design, and Economic Vitality
Applies for and administers details of grants
Collects statistics and maintains a database of information such as Uptown property owners, available spaces for rent or purchase, volunteer hours, average rent rate, etc.
Communicates with business owners, residents, property owners, developers, and government representatives to gather and disseminate information about Uptown Roxboro goals, needs, and initiatives
Works with the URG Board, community members, and other stakeholders to implement the vision for revitalization of Uptown Roxboro through a variety of methods and programs
Assists with preparation of agendas and information packets for the URG board, and serves as a voting or ex-officio member of other community boards, as the representative for URG
Researches and drafts recommendations; attends meetings to make presentations, and represents the City of Roxboro and Uptown Roxboro Group in the community at-large.
Responsible for the planning, coordination, marketing, and direction of various special events in Uptown Roxboro
Maintains URG websites and social media accounts
Provides research and support to development and long-range planning efforts pertaining to Uptown Roxboro
Performs related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community groups, federal, state, regional, City, and County officials, and the general public
Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and studies
Ability to express ideas effectively in oral and written formsWorking knowledge of the principles and practices of community and economic development and public sector planning in areas such as land use and Main Street revitalization
Skilled in the research and collection, analysis, and presentation of technical data and planning recommendations
Skilled in conflict resolution, meeting facilitation, and public relations
Working knowledge of the City’s zoning, land use, and other ordinances and codes, and of City departmental functions and operations
Physical Requirements
Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of reaching, standing, walking, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Must be able to perform light work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Must possess the visual acuity to examine and work with maps, charts, and detailed materials, operate a computer, and do extensive reading.
Requirements
Graduation from a college or university with a degree in marketing, communication, planning, public administration, community development or a related field
Some experience with the NC Main Street Program or non-profit management is preferred
Or combination of education and experience
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license
Benefits Highlights
Medical & Basic Vision Insurance
Membership in the North Carolina Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Time
Fourteen Paid Holidays
Opportunities for Annual Merit Increases
Annual Longevity Pay
Opportunity for an Annual Cost of Living Increase
Optional Employee-Paid Benefits
Other Insurance such as Life, Accident, and Cancer
Flexible Spending Account
401k Supplemental Retirement
Applications are available at 105 S. Lamar Street and/or can be downloaded from the City of Roxboro’s website at www.cityofroxboro.com .
Please return a Resume and a City Application to:
Mailing Address: Physical Address:
City of Roxboro City of Roxboro
Attn: Human Resources Director Attn: Human Resources Director
Roxboro, NC 27573 Roxboro, NC 27573
Application Deadline:
March 27, 2026 by 5:00pm
The City of Roxboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Uptown Roxboro Group Executive Director . Roxboro is situated in Person County, which is located near the Virginia border and just a short drive from Raleigh, Durham, and Greensboro.
This position is responsible for the management of a non-profit organization that works in tandem with the City of Roxboro to implement the North Carolina Main Street Program’s community-based revitalization initiatives in Uptown Roxboro. Key duties include development and enforcement of a budget, implementation of annual and long-range workplans, coordination of volunteers, event programming, marketing, and business development and promotion.
This position works closely with the Uptown Roxboro Group (URG) Board of Directors, and serves as the Executive Director for the non-profit organization. Work is supervised by the City Manager, but the position requires autonomous implementation of the specific goals and programs of the Uptown Roxboro Group and NC Main Street Program. As a liaison to the Uptown business community and representative of two organizations, this position must balance the duties and responsibilities associated with public communication and interaction, records retention and proper implementation of local government regulations, and representation of a non-profit organization with an independent board. This position also requires flexibility in work schedule, as there will be weekend, evening, and holiday commitments associated with essential job duties.
$49,012.00
Additional consideration may be given for experience
Job Duties
Conducts research and implements the principles of the NC Main Street Program through strategies of Organization, Promotion, Design, and Economic Vitality
Applies for and administers details of grants
Collects statistics and maintains a database of information such as Uptown property owners, available spaces for rent or purchase, volunteer hours, average rent rate, etc.
Communicates with business owners, residents, property owners, developers, and government representatives to gather and disseminate information about Uptown Roxboro goals, needs, and initiatives
Works with the URG Board, community members, and other stakeholders to implement the vision for revitalization of Uptown Roxboro through a variety of methods and programs
Assists with preparation of agendas and information packets for the URG board, and serves as a voting or ex-officio member of other community boards, as the representative for URG
Researches and drafts recommendations; attends meetings to make presentations, and represents the City of Roxboro and Uptown Roxboro Group in the community at-large.
Responsible for the planning, coordination, marketing, and direction of various special events in Uptown Roxboro
Maintains URG websites and social media accounts
Provides research and support to development and long-range planning efforts pertaining to Uptown Roxboro
Performs related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community groups, federal, state, regional, City, and County officials, and the general public
Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and studies
Ability to express ideas effectively in oral and written formsWorking knowledge of the principles and practices of community and economic development and public sector planning in areas such as land use and Main Street revitalization
Skilled in the research and collection, analysis, and presentation of technical data and planning recommendations
Skilled in conflict resolution, meeting facilitation, and public relations
Working knowledge of the City’s zoning, land use, and other ordinances and codes, and of City departmental functions and operations
Physical Requirements
Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of reaching, standing, walking, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Must be able to perform light work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Must possess the visual acuity to examine and work with maps, charts, and detailed materials, operate a computer, and do extensive reading.
Requirements
Graduation from a college or university with a degree in marketing, communication, planning, public administration, community development or a related field
Some experience with the NC Main Street Program or non-profit management is preferred
Or combination of education and experience
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license
Benefits Highlights
Medical & Basic Vision Insurance
Membership in the North Carolina Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave Time
Fourteen Paid Holidays
Opportunities for Annual Merit Increases
Annual Longevity Pay
Opportunity for an Annual Cost of Living Increase
Optional Employee-Paid Benefits
Other Insurance such as Life, Accident, and Cancer
Flexible Spending Account
401k Supplemental Retirement
Applications are available at 105 S. Lamar Street and/or can be downloaded from the City of Roxboro’s website at www.cityofroxboro.com .
Please return a Resume and a City Application to:
Mailing Address: Physical Address:
City of Roxboro City of Roxboro
Attn: Human Resources Director Attn: Human Resources Director
Roxboro, NC 27573 Roxboro, NC 27573
Application Deadline:
March 27, 2026 by 5:00pm
The City of Roxboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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