MSAA Executive Director Job Description
MSAA Mission Statement: The Main Street Area Association is a membership based association of local businesses, organizations and individuals committed to the long term success and vitality of Downtown Ann Arbor.
Job Brief: The Main Street Area Association Executive Director is responsible to uphold the organization’s Mission through promotion, event coordination, advocacy, networking, administration, communication, and development. The position reports directly to the MSAA Executive Board of Directors.
Responsibilities:
Membership:
Organize and facilitate MSAA general membership meetings
Provide information, resources, and opportunities to member businesses
Communication: Good communication and collaboration skills are essential. For this role, you will work with MSAA Members, City Administration, the DDA, City Council Members, the press, the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Public Schools, the other Downtown Districts, and various other community partners.
Marketing / Promotion:
Manage social media accounts and three websites: MSAA, Ann Arbor Restaurant Week, ShowYourLoveA2.org
Do various interviews with the press throughout the year regarding various topics
Create ads and organize campaigns for various
Administration:
Responsible for budgeting and day to day bookkeeping
Facilitate all check requests, process payments to MSAA, and note associated account numbers in financial statements for the accountant
Prepare all MSAA event permits (meter bag requests, banner requests, event permit applications, certificates of insurance)
Advocacy: Identify shared concerns among members or special asks to the City and advocate for them to City Council, City Administration, and the press. Occasionally, attend City Council meetings.
Sponsorship / City Funding Support: Seek sponsorship for all events and the flowerbeds
Events:
Coordinate, promote, facilitate, and report out on MSAA Events
Our events currently include:
Ann Arbor Restaurant Week
Youth Art Month
A2 Summer Streets / block closures
Taste of Ann Arbor
Rolling Sculpture Car Show
Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair
Treat Parade
Midnight Madness
Santa’s Mailbox
Downtown Holiday Shopping Guide
Other Duties:
Manage the Main Street Area Social District
Stay informed on new developments, resolutions, or ordinances that might affect businesses and Downtown
Education, Experience, and Skills:
College degree preferred
Experience in event management
Patient; intuitive; friendly and approachable attitude. Ability to relate to diverse groups and individuals
Attention to detail, highly organized, goal oriented with strong time management skills
Proactive approach to problem-solving; ability to seek opportunities and propose solutions
Ability to work in a highly autonomous environment
Proficiency in general graphic design programs (Adobe Suite and Microsoft Publisher)