Executive Director – Dubuque Main Street **Dubuque Main Street** 1 Positions ID: 61367 Posted On 02/06/2025 **Job Overview** **Executive Director – Dubuque Main Street** **Location: Dubuque, IA** Salary: $55,000 - $70,000 (based on experience) Application Deadline: February 21, 2025 Dubuque Main Street is seeking a dynamic and visionary Executive Director to lead our organization. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for overseeing strategic planning, operations, financial management, fundraising, and community engagement. This role requires a passion for downtown development, strong leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate with business owners, investors, government officials, and community partners. **Key Responsibilities:** + Serve as the primary spokesperson and advocate for DMS. + Build strong public-private partnerships with businesses, property owners, and local organizations. + Develop and implement strategies for business retention, recruitment, and economic growth. + Lead fundraising efforts, including grants, sponsorships, and events. + Oversee DMS operations, staff, and volunteers while maintaining financial stability. + Ensure DMS meets national accreditation and legal compliance requirements. **Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s degree + 3 years of experience in economic development, business administration, nonprofit management, or a related field. + Proven leadership in community engagement, fundraising, and business development. + Strong understanding of historic preservation, downtown revitalization, and marketing. + Ability to manage multiple projects, build partnerships, and work independently. + Willingness to relocate to Dubuque (if not already a resident) and engage in community activities. If you’re passionate about driving economic growth and enhancing Dubuque’s downtown, we’d love to hear from you! **Apply by February 21, 2025 – Send your resume and cover letter to Dubuque Main Street, Attn: Hiring Committee, 1069 Main Street, Dubuque, IA 52001** Primary Contact 1654099028127 Dubuque Main Street , 5635884400 Phone Phone Phone Fax Email True True True **Job Details** Categories Clerical/Office Administration Management/Executive Location Dubuque, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Pay/Salary Salary: $55,000 - $70,000 (based on experience) Company ID 10720 Job REQ # \# Positions 1 Start Date 20250206 End Date 20250221 Featured Job TH Ad TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Electrical Maintenance Technicians - 2nd and 3rd S Express Employment Professionals Director of Human Resources Klauer Manufacturing Company Academic Secretary – Part Time Loras College Director of Contextual Education Wartburg Theological Seminary Director F&B Services Boyd Gaming CaSTLE Project Director Wartburg Theological Seminary Entry Level Sales Executive - Trucking Cottingham & Butler/ SISCO Experienced Sales Executive - Employee Benefits Cottingham & Butler/ SISCO Experienced Sales Executive - Risk Management Cottingham & Butler/ SISCO Experienced Sales Executive - Transportation Cottingham & Butler/ SISCO **Share this Job** Dubuque Main Street **About the Company** Dubuque Main Street is a not for profit 501 (c) 3 organization dedicated to the development and ongoing support of downtown as the place to live, work & play. The organization serves the following downtown districts: Cable Car Square Historic Old Main Port of Dubuque Town Clock District Jackson Park Couler Valley (Central Corridor & Washington Neighborhood) Historic Millwork Upper Main/Farmers’ Market