Employment & RFP Listings
Downtown acts as a key defining feature of the community's overall Sense of Place.
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To Submit Employment or RFP Listings to the MDA
MDA members may submit employment or RFP listings for posting on the MDA web site and social media. To list a job opening in your community or organization, e-mail a PDF file with position requirements, contact information, and the application closing date to the MDA. All jobs must be in the downtown development or economic development fields. We will include the PDF with your listing on our website until the closing date. This is provided as a free service by the MDA. Job applicants should forward questions and application materials to the contact listed in the job posting.
Please direct any questions regarding the listed RFP to the community.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Director DDA, Allen Park
Serves as Director and CEO of the DDA and functions as the point person for economic development and business attraction strategies for the Downtown District within the City of Allen Park. The Director works with a variety of boards, commissions, agencies, and business groups to implement economic revitalization programs for the Downtown District in the City and works with the over 400 businesses in the Downtown District. For more information, click here.
Executive Director, Munising
The CEO/Executive Director provides leadership for two closely connected community organizations: Greater Munising Bay Partnership for Commerce Development/Alger County Chamber of Commerce (GMBPCD) and the Munising Downtown Development Authority (DDA). The position advances economic development, supports local businesses, strengthens
partnerships, manages organizational resources, and helps create a vibrant, sustainable community.
Assistant Director DDA, Northville
The Assistant Director is responsible for professional planning, marketing, administration and organizational support to the Executive Director and the DDA Board of Directors. The position functions with considerable independence on a day-to-day basis in performing activities and is held accountable for results. Click here for complete details.
DDA & Economic Development Director, South Lyon DDA
Executive Director, Village of Bellaire Downtown Development Authority
Executive Director, Village of Bellaire Downtown Development Authority â(posted 6-23-2026) will remain posted until job is filled. The Village of Bellaire Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is accepting applications for a part-time DDA Executive Director Position. Applicants must possess basic working knowledge of office, email, and digital skills. Prefer that applicants have experience with grant writing, municipal administration or nonprofit work as well as an interest in small town economic development. This is a part-time position that may require some evening and/or weekend hours to coordinate events & projects. Hours could be flexible with some of the work being completed remotely. Responsibilities would include attending monthly DDA Meetings, preparing meeting information & packets, providing light project management, track board actions & ensure timely follow up. Assist with Downtown Bellaire event coordination & promotion. Coordinating with the Village of Bellaire staff as well as Bellaire Chamber of Commerce to align efforts, promotions & communication. Applicants must possess strong organizational & time management skills along with the ability to work independently & manage competing priorities within the limited hours of the position. This is a contracted position, no benefits are offered, compensation is $6500 a year, to be invoiced quarterly. Please visit https://bellairemichigan.com/employment/ for application. Application forms can be submitted in n person at 202 N Bridge Street or to vlgclerk@bellairemichigan.com.
City of Dewitt
The City of DeWitt Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is currently seeking a qualified individual for the position of DDA Coordinator. The DDA is looking for an ambitious, energetic, and creative person to join the DDA team. Primary responsibilities include advocating for the Downtown District through marketing and branding efforts, organizing and promoting downtown events, and working closely with local business owners. A complete job description can be found here.
Downtown Adrian
Adrian Main Street DDA
The Adrian Main Street DDA is seeking a collaborative, forward-thinking leader to advance the vitality and long-term success of downtown Adrian. Working closely with the Board of Directors, businesses, property owners, city leadership, community partners, and Michigan Main Street,the Executive Director will implement organizational priorities while building the relationships and momentum that strengthen the downtown district. Complete details can be found here.
RFP LISTINGS
Fabrication and Installation for Downtown Ferndale Wayfinding Signage
Release Date: July 19, 2026
INVITATION TO BID
The Ferndale Downtown Development Authority, (Ferndale DDA) is seeking proposals from qualified professional sign companies to fabricate and install wayfinding signage in the downtown district. This phase of the project includes signs for Vehicular Directional, Parking Directional, and Parking Garage Entry Identification. Subsequent phases are expected to include for Pedestrian Directional Signs and Kiosks, as well as City Entry (Gateway) Signs. For more information, contact the Ferndale DDA at 248-546-1632.
MDA members may submit employment or RFP listings for posting on the MDA web site and social media. To list a job opening in your community or organization, e-mail a PDF file with position requirements, contact information, and the application closing date to the MDA. All jobs must be in the downtown development or economic development fields. We will include the PDF with your listing on our website until the closing date. This is provided as a free service by the MDA. Job applicants should forward questions and application materials to the contact listed in the job posting.
Please direct any questions regarding the listed RFP to the community.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Director DDA, Allen Park
Serves as Director and CEO of the DDA and functions as the point person for economic development and business attraction strategies for the Downtown District within the City of Allen Park. The Director works with a variety of boards, commissions, agencies, and business groups to implement economic revitalization programs for the Downtown District in the City and works with the over 400 businesses in the Downtown District. For more information, click here.
Executive Director, Munising
The CEO/Executive Director provides leadership for two closely connected community organizations: Greater Munising Bay Partnership for Commerce Development/Alger County Chamber of Commerce (GMBPCD) and the Munising Downtown Development Authority (DDA). The position advances economic development, supports local businesses, strengthens
partnerships, manages organizational resources, and helps create a vibrant, sustainable community.
Assistant Director DDA, Northville
The Assistant Director is responsible for professional planning, marketing, administration and organizational support to the Executive Director and the DDA Board of Directors. The position functions with considerable independence on a day-to-day basis in performing activities and is held accountable for results. Click here for complete details.
DDA & Economic Development Director, South Lyon DDA
The ideal candidate handles the daily tasks of economic development and overseeing the Downtown Development Authority. This position shapes the future of the historic downtown, also coordinating the redevelopment and reinvestment of the business community. Collaborates with the business community, and oversees numerous community events, farmers market and other initiatives. Will work in helping rebrand the image of the community. Be the contact for façade grants, recruiting volunteers, and business recruitment & retention. This position will be required to prepare communications and exercise considerable personal judgment, professionalism, and proficiency in communication with the business community. A proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and handle multiple projects. Polished interpersonal skills and a positive attitude to handle a wide range of personalities and tasks. Comprehensive benefits package beginning at date of hire. Benefit package includes medical, dental, life and vision insurance as well as defined contribution retirement system through MERS. The City of South Lyon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please send resume, cover letter and five references to City Manager at 335 S. Warren, South Lyon, MI 48178 or dbaaki@southlyonmi.org by 4:00 pm, September 8, 2026. For complete details, click here.
Executive Director, Village of Bellaire Downtown Development Authority
Executive Director, Village of Bellaire Downtown Development Authority â(posted 6-23-2026) will remain posted until job is filled. The Village of Bellaire Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is accepting applications for a part-time DDA Executive Director Position. Applicants must possess basic working knowledge of office, email, and digital skills. Prefer that applicants have experience with grant writing, municipal administration or nonprofit work as well as an interest in small town economic development. This is a part-time position that may require some evening and/or weekend hours to coordinate events & projects. Hours could be flexible with some of the work being completed remotely. Responsibilities would include attending monthly DDA Meetings, preparing meeting information & packets, providing light project management, track board actions & ensure timely follow up. Assist with Downtown Bellaire event coordination & promotion. Coordinating with the Village of Bellaire staff as well as Bellaire Chamber of Commerce to align efforts, promotions & communication. Applicants must possess strong organizational & time management skills along with the ability to work independently & manage competing priorities within the limited hours of the position. This is a contracted position, no benefits are offered, compensation is $6500 a year, to be invoiced quarterly. Please visit https://bellairemichigan.com/employment/ for application. Application forms can be submitted in n person at 202 N Bridge Street or to vlgclerk@bellairemichigan.com.
City of Dewitt
The City of DeWitt Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is currently seeking a qualified individual for the position of DDA Coordinator. The DDA is looking for an ambitious, energetic, and creative person to join the DDA team. Primary responsibilities include advocating for the Downtown District through marketing and branding efforts, organizing and promoting downtown events, and working closely with local business owners. A complete job description can be found here.
Downtown Adrian
Adrian Main Street DDA
The Adrian Main Street DDA is seeking a collaborative, forward-thinking leader to advance the vitality and long-term success of downtown Adrian. Working closely with the Board of Directors, businesses, property owners, city leadership, community partners, and Michigan Main Street,the Executive Director will implement organizational priorities while building the relationships and momentum that strengthen the downtown district. Complete details can be found here.
RFP LISTINGS
Fabrication and Installation for Downtown Ferndale Wayfinding Signage
Release Date: July 19, 2026
INVITATION TO BID
The Ferndale Downtown Development Authority, (Ferndale DDA) is seeking proposals from qualified professional sign companies to fabricate and install wayfinding signage in the downtown district. This phase of the project includes signs for Vehicular Directional, Parking Directional, and Parking Garage Entry Identification. Subsequent phases are expected to include for Pedestrian Directional Signs and Kiosks, as well as City Entry (Gateway) Signs. For more information, contact the Ferndale DDA at 248-546-1632.