Economic Development Coordinator

Nashville, TN

Position Description / Responsibilities

NASHVILLE DOWNTOWN PARTNERSHIP

TO MAKE DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE THE COMPELLING URBAN CENTER IN THE SOUTHEAST IN WHICH TO LIVE, WORK, PLAY, AND INVEST.

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ABOUT US

The Nashville Downtown Partnership is a dynamic nonprofit 501(c)6 organization working with business and community leaders, property owners, and civic partners to make downtown Nashville the compelling urban center in the Southeast in which to live, work, play, and invest. Strategic initiatives include clean and safe services, advocacy, access and transportation, business, residential, and retail development, and image and communications. Working collaboratively with its partners, the Partnership is a visible and innovative leader in Nashville’s urban development. For more information, visit www.nashvilledowntown.com.

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POSITION OVERVIEW

The Economic Development Coordinator is a high-visibility role in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. This role involves keeping a pulse on all downtown economic activity, while combining data research, reporting, project management, and stakeholder coordination to support downtown development initiatives.

The coordinator will track data — office, residential, hotel, retail investment, and development — and collaborate on compiling quarterly market reports, presentations, newsletters, and special requests. A key part of the role is coordinating outreach with stakeholders across business, hospitality, and residential communities for select initiatives, projects, and events.

This role reports to, and partners closely with, the VP of Economic Development to manage initiatives, projects, and events, maintain key databases that inform decision-making of stakeholders for the continued growth and enhancement of downtown, and the recruitment and retention of business.

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PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead development of quarterly research reports and data analysis in partnership with local organizations, asset managers, business and property owners, and residential property managers. Key Metric: Timely publication and accuracy of reports.
  • Utilize economic and demographic data from multiple sources, including CoStar, Placer.AI, GNAA, and other sources, to provide insights into trends and market opportunities.
  • Manage and enhance the organizational CRM database, collaborating with the Data Analyst & Systems Coordinator. Maintain accurate downtown property, tenant, and stakeholder information. Key Metric: Annual database audit shows high accuracy and completeness.
  • Coordinate engagement with key stakeholders across business, hospitality, and residential communities for select initiatives, projects, and events.
  • Support the VP of Economic Development and other staff on ongoing initiatives, projects, and events, presentations, and strategic initiatives.
  • Provide research and data support to colleagues as needed.
  • Deliver presentations to key stakeholder groups regarding economic findings and updates.

Position Requirements

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, real estate, urban planning, public policy, or related fields, or equivalent education/experience that enables you to perform the tasks of the job proficiently.
  • 1+ years of professional experience, with demonstrated experience managing projects or producing analytical work.
  • Familiarity with commercial real estate and demographic data sources is preferred.
  • Strong project management and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in tools like Excel, Salesforce/CRMs, CoStar, Placer.AI is a plus.
  • Ability to communicate with a diverse audience including board members, staff, downtown employees, and community and business leaders.
  • Ability to be a thoughtful and collaborative colleague.
  • Ability and desire to take initiative.
  • Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.

 

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift objects of at least 10 pounds. Approximately 80% sitting/typing and 20% standing/walking. Physical requirements vary depending on duties.

HOURS & LOCATION

Full-time position with regular business hours and occasional nights/weekends for special events.

Application Instructions

Please send Cover Letter and Resume to Brittany Hansen at bhansen@nashvilledowntown.com

https://nashvilledowntown.com/about/careers