Working at the Downtown Memphis Commission
The DMC works to develop a Downtown for Everyone and offers an engaging, fun, team-oriented work environment in Downtown Memphis.
We offer a competitive benefits package, including paid time off for full-time employees, paid office holidays, employer-supported medical, dental and vision insurance, 457b plan, and pension contribution.
The Downtown Memphis Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer – we are committed to diversity.
Open Positions:
Blue Suede Brigade
Under the supervision of the Blue Suede Brigade Leads, Supervisors, and Director of Safety & Hospitality, the Blue Suede Brigade is responsible for patrolling Downtown Memphis as hospitality and safety ambassadors for the City of Memphis and Downtown; serving as supplemental eyes and ears for the business community and law enforcement agencies; and monitoring environmental conditions in the Downtown area.
Clean & Green Assistant
Under the supervision of the DMC’s Clean & Green Manager, the Clean & Green Assistant will join a dedicated team that is focused on keeping Downtown Memphis clean and attractive. A typical day will involve a wide range of active outdoor tasks such as removing litter from public spaces, helping to maintain landscaping and decorative planters, small painting projects, graffiti removal, and minor repairs to improve the visitor experience in public spaces. This is the perfect job for someone who enjoys working outdoors and wants to create a welcoming and beautiful Downtown for everyone to enjoy.
Commercial Strategist
In collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer and other Department Staff, the Commercial Strategist will be the subject matter expert responsible for leading the implementation of the DMC’s strategy for proactively recruiting, supporting, and retaining Downtown businesses and office tenants. The position is also responsible for administering financial incentive programs, providing small business technical assistance, preparing grant applications, and making regular public presentations to DMC-affiliated boards, neighborhood groups, prospective businesses, and other interested parties. Additionally, the position will actively support the DMC’s work to improve the condition of blighted commercial properties through pop-up activation, public art, legal strategies, and other creative approaches.
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