Downtown Design Manager
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
Location: Remote (Wisconsin-based)
Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt
Reports To: Senior Director of Downtown Development
About WEDC
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) works with businesses, communities, and partners statewide to foster innovation, support job creation, and strengthen Wisconsin's competitive position. Driven by a mission to make Wisconsin the best place to live, work, and build a business, WEDC is a purpose-driven organization that values integrity, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions, and invests in its people so they can help invest in Wisconsin's future.
WEDC is a Wisconsin-based organization with a remote-work-first environment. Remote work is expected to be performed in the state of Wisconsin.
Role Overview & Key Responsibilities
The Downtown Design Manager helps Wisconsin communities revitalize downtowns and historic commercial districts through design expertise, technical assistance, and strategic community development support. This role collaborates with local leaders, property owners, and partner organizations to advance redevelopment projects, strengthen district identity, and support sustainable economic growth across the state.In this role, you will:
- Provide technical assistance and design expertise to communities pursuing downtown and commercial district revitalization initiatives
- Support redevelopment projects through design guidance, schematic renderings, and assistance navigating local review and permitting processes
- Serve as a subject matter expert on building design, historic preservation, downtown development best practices, and related incentive programs
- Develop and deliver workshops, training programs, and educational resources for communities and stakeholders
- Build and maintain relationships with local communities, partner organizations, and economic development stakeholders
- Represent WEDC at conferences, meetings, and public events that support downtown and community development efforts