LA GRANDE — La Grande Main Street Downtown is seeking an executive director.

The local pro-business nonprofit in an announcement Thursday, Sept. 1, stated it is looking for applicants with excellent verbal and written communication skills, public relations and managerial abilities and a strong administrative background. The executive director would “coordinate downtown revitalization activities using the Main Street 4-Point Approach.”

Previous nonprofit experience is a plus, with a background in event planning, small business development or volunteer recruitment and management.

The position “requires a dynamic, outgoing team player with proven ability to multitask and work independently” with the ability to work with the private and public sectors, according to the announcement, Applicants should have experience working with and for a board of directors and committees and experience writing grants.

The position is 40 hours a week with an annual salary range of $42,500-$47,500, depending on experience and qualifications.

If interested, submit a resume, cover letter and three references to jobsearchdowntown@gmail.com, or send them to La Grande Main Street Downtown, Attn: HR, 102 Depot St., La Grande, OR 97850. The cover letter should include a concise summary of work experience and how it is suited to Main Street and the revitalization of downtown La Grande.