Downtown District Operations Lead

Minneapolis Downtown Council; Minnesota; On-site; USD 55,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minneapolis Downtown Improvement District seeks an Operations Manager to oversee maintenance, greening, and district operations in Downtown Minneapolis, coordinating with public and private partners. Core hours align with business hours with occasional evening or weekend work.

This role reports to the Director of Operations and emphasizes vendor coordination, facilities management, and community relations to support a vibrant downtown.

Responsibilities

• Vendor coordination – Assist with the coordination and oversight of vendors providing operational services for the DID. Provide input and insight to help with the development of total program budgets and schedules. Assist in planning future year work plans. Collect, organize and file/distribute project documentation. Ensure timely implementation, quality control, and completion of all vendor and contract activities. Ensure that procedures are set up for project-related maintenance and service.
• General Maintenance and Repair Work – Perform occasional, hands-on maintenance and repair work when a vendor is not involved or available. Any maintenance or repairs will be at the direction of the Director of Operations. Examples include: minor irrigation system repairs, touch-up painting, plant removal & replacement, HVAC filter replacement, etc. Position requires ability to lift moderately heavy objects, climb ladders and perform duties requiring normal strength.
• Facilities Management – Light responsibility for management of the DID Operations office space. This includes tracking & ordering basic supplies, working with the Director of Operations to ensure space is operational, and communicating with the property landlord when directed.
• Community and Public Relations – Ensure that the organization and its mission, programs, products and services consistently present a strong, positive image to stakeholders and the general public. This would include all DID services, e.g., safety, cleanliness and greenery, etc.
• Support of Management -- Support operations and implementation of strategies and tactics as directed b

Job description

The Minneapolis Downtown Improvement District seeks an Operations Manager to oversee maintenance, greening, and district operations in Downtown Minneapolis, coordinating with public and private partners. Core hours align with business hours with occasional evening or weekend work.

This role reports to the Director of Operations and emphasizes vendor coordination, facilities management, and community relations to support a vibrant downtown.