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Description
BALLPARK DENVER GENERAL IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (GID)
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Application Deadline: Friday, March 14, 2025 by 5:00 PM
POSITION TITLE: Executive Director
STATUS: Full-Time, In-Person
REPORTS TO: Ballpark Denver GID Advisory Board
ABOUT THE BALLPARK DENVER GID
The Ballpark District is located in Downtown Denver, encompassing and running southeast of Coors Field. It is a mixed-use neighborhood that has seen significant residential development amongst historic industrial buildings, many of which still stand today.
During its peak, this area revolved around Denver’s rail line with warehouses and factories all catering to train-related activities. Over time, the area grew up alongside the railroad tracks that carried goods and raw materials into Denver’s industrial market. Today you’ll still find many brick buildings that sport loading docks on their street frontages. Waves of immigrants who worked here and called the area home – Italian, Irish, Japanese, Chinese and, more recently, Mexican – have left their own unique stamp on the area.
In 1995, Coors Field – home to the Colorado Rockies Baseball Team – opened its doors in the Ballpark district, bringing with it significant new development and exposure of the area to new visitors. In 2002, the Ballpark Historic District was formed to preserve many of the historic warehouses and buildings here. In the last 20 years, commercial uses have made way for residential developments, creating a unique mix of living, employment and entertainment uses. The growing number of social service agencies over the past several decades means a higher demand for supporting a diverse array of people. As the makeup of Ballpark has changed, so have the demands on it.
In 2024, Ballpark stakeholders formed the Ballpark Denver GID to specifically provide the following services on behalf of stakeholders in the area:
- Safety and Security Services
- Navigation Team for People Experiencing Homelessness and Coordination with Social Service Providers
- Enhanced Cleaning
- Infrastructure, Landscaping and Special Projects
- Community Ambassadors
- Administration and Management
2025 is the first year of service delivery for the Ballpark Denver GID and as such the district is looking for an Executive Director who can support the board in delivering the promised services.
NATURE OF THE WORK
The Executive Director is primarily responsible for implementing the annual Ballpark Denver GID program of work as approved by the Advisory Board on behalf of the Ballpark ratepayers. This leadership position works with a variety of community leaders, city staff, civic organizations, social service providers and other non-profits. The nature of work requires the ability to listen to a variety of opinions and views on a host of topics, and then make informed decisions, recommendations, and action plans to meet annual and long-term strategic goals of the Ballpark Denver GID, while simultaneously ensuring the financial viability of the GID. The nature of work also includes supervision of part-time and/or other contract staff.
STATEMENT OF WORK
GID STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
- Maintain a current database of Ballpark Denver GID stakeholder information.
- Oversee preparation of material pertinent to communication with GID stakeholders included via the GID website, in newsletters, and email/printed correspondence.
- Oversee the development and implementation of marketing strategies and tactics used to increase GID stakeholder's revenues, generate awareness of the businesses and drive consumers to said businesses through special marketing opportunities, social media, and print marketing/advertising.
- Partner with other city organizations, not limited to the Ballpark Collective Registered Neighborhood Organization (RNO), Downtown Denver Partnership/BID, the RiNo Art District/BID/GID, the Five Points BID, Visit Denver, and other pertinent agencies
BOARD OF DIRECTORS COORDINATION
- Provide the GID President and Advisory Board with updates as needed or requested.
- Develop board meeting agendas and materials in conjunction with the President and create minutes for approval.
- Plan and implement monthly GID Advisory Board meetings to ensure they will be handled in accordance with the GID statute.
- Provide the GID Advisory Board with a monthly recap as part of the monthly board meeting agenda.
- Plan and implement quarterly ratepayer/stakeholder meetings, Advisory Board meetings, and any other meetings as directed by the President.
COMMITTEE & MEETING COORDINATION
- Act as a liaison to Advisory Board approved committees.
- Oversee agenda development and minutes of other Advisory Board committees to ensure that all requirements are followed.
- Assist in organizing and implementing GID Advisory Board approved specific committee projects and events.
CITY OF DENVER LIAISON
- Coordinate annual budget and work plan, inclusive of any additions to the board, with the Advisory Board, following all applicable rules and regulations.
- Establish relationships with pertinent Denver departments and representative board members.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT & FISCAL OVERSIGHT
- Oversee the financial management of the GID under the direction of the Advisory Board and the Treasurer.
- Work with GID Treasurer to ensure spending is within approved budget levels.
- Assist in preparing annual budget in conjunction with City of Denver protocols.
- Oversee invoicing and bill payment process.
- Assist in the processing of payments and the development of financial statements by the accountant for GID monthly board meetings and annual reporting.
CLEAN AND SAFE AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
- Oversee the contract for the clean and safe ambassador outreach contractors, including daily communication and coordination, reviewing reporting and helping to revise and refine service delivery plans in accordance with direction from the Advisory Board.
- Act as the liaison between Ballpark stakeholders, the clean and safe contractor and appropriate city agencies to address any cleaning or safety issues promptly and follow-up on a proper resolution.
MARKETING
- Develop and oversee website content for the Ballpark Denver GID
- Oversee social media content calendar to ensure a consistent posting schedule. Manage all interactions promptly.
- Oversee marketing plans to promote the Ballpark area and GID stakeholder businesses.
- Prepare website and monthly social media reports.
ADMINISTRATIVE & GENERAL
- Exhibits excellent communication and diplomacy skills to gain the confidence of stakeholders, City staff and leadership, vendors, contractors, and other community partner organizations.
- Oversee contractors and/or part-time staff. Such support staff shall be hired and paid directly by the GID.
- Represent the GID organization at appropriate meetings, functions, and ceremonies with partners.
- Attend annual conferences, seminars, City Council meetings as designated by the GID Advisory Board.
- Act as a spokesperson for the GID on official statements of policy.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS
- BA/BS with an emphasis in business, marketing, communications, special events and/or related work experience with a special district organization.
- Ability to analyze, interpret and synthesize data in order to translate that information into an easy-to-understand written and oral format.
- Strong organization and time management skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects successfully with minimum supervision. Being a self-starter is a desired skill for this position.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully manage, mentor, and lead a team.
- Exceptional oral presentation skills, written and verbal communication skills, and research skills.
- High attention to detail, accurate documentation, and follow-through.
- Ability to be tactful, courteous, and display an appropriate public image when representing the GID.
- Knowledge and familiarity of the Ballpark District and how to successfully position it against competitive destinations a plus.
- Must have use of vehicle and proof of auto insurance coverage for use while on GID business.
- Work hours vary and may require evenings and weekends.
OTHER SKILLS
- Oral Expression – The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
- Oral Comprehension – The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- Written Comprehension – The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
- Written Expression – The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
COMPUTER & EQUIPMENT SKILLS
- Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Social Media Platforms: Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn including content creation and trending analytics.
- QuickBooks
- Typical Office Equipment: computers, phones, copiers, audiovisual, iPad
REASONING and MENTAL ABILITY
- Originality – The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
- Fluency of Ideas – The ability to come up with several ideas about a topic (the number of ideas important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
- Deductive Reasoning – The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Problem Sensitivity – The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
- Strategic and Critical Thinking – Using strategic planning and evaluation skills to develop successful strategies and tactics.
COMPENSATION
The estimated range for this role is between $100,000 to $110,000 depending on experience. A benefits package will also be included.
TO APPLY
For confidential consideration please submit resume and cover letter to Jamie Giellis at jamie@becentro.com. For information: 303-345-8285.
