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Old Algiers Main Street Corporation
Job Description
#EquityRising Project Manager

The Old Algiers Main Street Corporation is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and revitalization of historic Old Algiers. The organization offers a part-time contract position for a PROGRAM MANAGER who will manage the #EquityRising program, which provides equitable workforce training opportunities to residents 16-40 years-old in the McDonogh, Whitney and Algiers Point neighborhoods. The #EquityRising program also includes affordable housing initiatives and small business development and support.
This is primarily an economic development position; however, understanding of the building blocks of economic development is key. Administrative and organizational tasks are also required.

Duties include:

Works collaboratively with Executive Director and Board of Directors to determine strategies and programming goals related to business and workforce development for Old Algiers
Develops partnerships to work collaboratively with other active groups in Old Algiers community for business ecosystem development
Recruits for and manages workforce development programs for trainees in healthcare and film industries and potentially other training programs
Manages Affordable Housing Task Force including development of database of potential developers and available properties for development
Maintains up to date online directory of businesses in the Old Algiers community and interacts with businesses and potential businesses in Old Algiers
Actively solicits input from community and membership base to design and implement community benefit programs and small business promotions
Researches and writes proposals and other documents
Manages social media placement
Conducts administrative tasks related to the performance of the job

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in community development, preservation, or other relevant professional activity OR
High school diploma and five years of experience in community development, preservation or other relevant professional activity [LG1] in the past 10 years
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience in Word and Excel
Knowledge of current federal, state and city policies and programs that support community development; e.g., housing, transportation, historic preservation, job training and small business development

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter along with three references to [email protected] no later than August 16, 2024.

State Rep. Delisha Boyd, District 102; Winfred Warwick representing Cong. Troy Carter and Councilmember District C Freddie King review the plans for Newton Street. Construction is expected to be complete in the summer. For more information, contact Valerie Robinson @ 504-421-6692 or email [email protected].

OAMSC Receives Funds for Signage and Improvements on Newton Street
(April 12, 2024) - One New Orleans community had a big pay day today when State Rep. Delisha Boyd delivered a check for $271,000 to the Old Algiers Main Street Corporation. The funds are being used to create wayfinding signage, repair sidewalks and beautify the historically commercial Newton Street Corridor.

Rep. Boyd solicited the appropriation to fund the project. The draft design has been completed for the signage, and now the team will begin the review and permitting process by the City of New Orleans. The preliminary designs will be available for review on the website, www.oldalgiersmainstreet.org in coming days.

District C Councilmember Freddie King looks on as State Rep., District 102, Delisha Boyd, delivers a check to OAMSC Board members Karri Maggio and Kelsey Foster.

OAMSC to Present Training for Film Production
3/2023
The Louisiana Department of Economic Development (LED) announced a $275,000 grant to develop and implement a training program for those 18-40 years-old living in the 70114 zip code that will lead to jobs behind the scenes on film productions, specifically grip/electric and costuming.

This pilot program under the #EquityRising banner, is a first for OAMSC, so we are starting small with only two types of training. There are many jobs in film productions; however, we wanted to start with some that could lead to entry-level employment.

Qualifying students will receive a stipend while training, which will be provided by the International Association of Theater and Stage Employees (IATSE)., the film workers' union. The paid training will make those who complete the program eligible to join IATSE for additional job and training opportunities. The training site will be at L.B. Landry High School in Algiers.

Information will be added to the website at [email protected], and enrollment information will be announced in traditional and social media.

2024 Board of Directors Named
Kevin Kellup was re-elected as President of Old Algiers Main Street Corporation for 2024, while Erik Paskewich was named Vice President. Karri Maggio and Eurydice Bush Harrison retained their positions as Treasurer and Secretary, respectively.

Stephen Mosgrove was elected as a new at-large board member. Re-elected to the board were Cynthia Bryan, Lore’ Coleman, Kelsey Foster, Jason Hill, Leann Logdson, Kimberly Novod, Sunni Patterson and Greg Ravy.

Valerie Robinson is the executive director of the organization.