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  • Specification Sales Associate
    Specification Sales Associate
    20 hours ago
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Chelsea Lighting is seeking a highly qualified and dedicated Specification Sales Associate to drive the specification of our lighting products with architects, lighting designers, building engineers and interior designers. You will play a key role in positioning our brand as the preferred choice for innovative, energy-efficient, and design-forward lighting solutions. Additionally, you will act as the primary point of contact for value engineering, leveraging our product portfolio to deliver cost-effective solutions while maintaining design intent and compliance with project specifications. Qualifications: Proven track record in lighting, electrical, or building services specification sales or similar Strong knowledge of lighting design principles, controls, energy efficiency, and compliance standards Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills Ability to explain technical lighting solutions in clear, customer-focused terms Self-motivated with strong organizational and project management abilities Proficiency with CRM systems and project tracking tools (i.e. wired contact) Job Responsibilities: Build and maintain strong relationships with architects, lighting designers, building engineers and interior designers to ensure Chelsea is specified on projects. Serve as the lighting designer for internal projects, with responsibilities including, but not limited to, the following: Create lighting layouts and fixture schedules Provide cost-effective solutions that achieve the required aesthetics and lighting performance for the project. Deliver engaging presentations on Chelsea’s value propositions to include but not limited to “the Chelsea way”, lighting design consultations, product demonstrations, and value engineering opportunities. Provide technical expertise on lighting controls, energy efficiency, sustainability, and regulatory compliance (i.e. WELL, LEED, Part L). Track and manage projects from concept design through bid award. Assist Chelsea’s project management team in offering alternative options. Collaborate closely with internal sales, marketing, preconstruction and project management to develop winning strategies. Attend industry events and trade shows to build brand awareness and expand your professional network. Monitor competitor activity and market trends to identify opportunities for growth. Prepare and deliver accurate reporting on specifications, pipelines, and sales forecasts (i.e. must win list). Consistently achieve or exceed sales targets through specification-led business development. Established in 1994, Chelsea is a premier lighting and lighting technologies project management specialist serving several cities throughout the USA. Our mission is to provide technical, procurement, and logistical services focusing on innovative solutions and proactive customer service to ensure our clients’ success. Chelsea Lighting NYC Holdings is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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  • Digital Content Creator
    Digital Content Creator
    22 hours ago
    $70000–$80000 yearly
    Full-time
    Brooklyn, New York

    We started Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in a yellow truck on the streets of NYC in 2008 with a mission to make good ice cream that makes you feel good. Nowadays, people can spend so much time on what's "healthy" they don't stop to consider what's healthy. As far as we're concerned, happiness is healthiness. We strive to ensure every scoop, store and employee feels and creates one community to contribute to the overall brand. Van Leeuwen is looking for a full-time Digital Content Creator to take the brand's digital footprint to the next level across social-first platforms and beyond. We are seeking a creative who's plugged into internet trends with a finger on the pulse of the social landscape; your love for content creation should be as evolving as your FYP. ⟳ The Digital Content Creator will be responsible for developing high-quality and mouth-watering** videos and images for web, social, marketing materials, press and other major platforms. You will be well versed in all touchpoints of content creation: conception, storyboarding, execution, food styling, editing and publishing. You will work closely with our Social Partnerships Manager and Graphic Design Manager to develop thumb-stopping content that maximizes our reach and engagement. This role will be based out of our Williamsburg, Brooklyn office and follow Van Leeuwen's Hybrid work model and be in office three days a week. Job Responsibilities • Ability to create solid video compositions while adhering to brand guidelines across various platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, etc., • Develop creative concepts and storyboard ideas for video content that resonate with strategy and increase benchmarks such as site traffic, sales and audience engagement, • Produce high-quality videos showcasing ice cream flavors, menu item launches and brand ethos, • Brainstorm innovative and captivating video series, tutorials, recipes, and other engaging formats to promote brand visibility and engagement, • Ability to capture pixel-perfect lifestyle, product and event imagery to use as promotional material, • Assisting in photoshoots: videography, BTS footage, etc., • Image editing tasks, such as cropping, resizing, retouching, and color adjustments, to enhance the visual appeal of designs across both print and digital collateral, • Coordinate video shoots including location scouting and equipment setup, • Collaborate with other team members to maintain brand consistency across all marketing materials, • Nimbleness and adaptability to real time changes while capturing footage, • Support the marketing team in the development and design of digital assets including email, social graphics, in-store, grocery and digital advertisements, • Ensuring and maintaining visual brand consistency across all design projects such as internal/external decks and presentations, • Ability to prepare and review files for print production, ensuring accuracy and quality Job Requirements • 1 to 3 years experience in a Content Creation role (in-house experience required), • Excited by the opportunity to experiment creating new types of content, • Experience in capturing photo and video content, ideally with an emphasis on food, • Ideal candidate has experience with food styling and an eye for visual presentation, • Savviness to social trends to keep content fresh and relevant, • Willingness to travel and be on-site when opportunities arise, • Enthusiastic self starter, • Detail and process oriented, • Knowledge of industry standard video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut) to create engaging and polished final products, • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Final Cut, Canon C70, iPhone, • Must be comfortable working in-store scoop shifts as needed, while adhering to DOH guidelines Compensation + Benefits $70,000 - 80,000 annual compensation depending on experience, paid weekly Eligible for annual 5% bonus • Employee Scoop Card (Enjoy Ice Cream from any of our scoop shops nationwide), • Medical, Dental + Vision Insurance with 70% Employer Contribution, • 401k with up to 4% Employer Match, • Cell Phone Reimbursement Plan, • Wellness Reimbursement Plan, • Flexible Time Off, • Paid Sick Time, • Yearly Performance Reviews Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held. Salary Range $70,000---$80,000 USD Here at Van Leeuwen, Good Ice Cream Is For Everyone! As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to foster a welcoming, diverse environment for every employee and customer. We pride ourselves on the creativity that goes into our ice cream and is built in our stores (by YOU) that help us meet our missions and values.

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  • Freelance Carpenter/Drapers
    Freelance Carpenter/Drapers
    23 hours ago
    $25 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    We are seeking skilled and reliable individuals with experience in set design, carpentry, and fabric draping for a high-profile event. The ideal candidate will have a background in carpentry and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, contributing to the construction and installation of large-scale event structures, including tents and installations similar to those seen at major event red carpets. Key Responsibilities: • Collaborate with a small team to assist in the construction and installation of event structures, including drapery, decor, and carpentry elements., • Install drapery using hand tools and power tools with precision and attention to detail., • Fabricate, assemble, and install carpentry components for event structures, such as trim carpentry and custom elements., • Estimate and prepare construction materials needed for drapery and carpentry installations., • Read blueprints and schematics to understand project requirements and ensure accurate execution., • Operate power tools and shop equipment such as table saws, routers, sanders, pneumatic tools, air compressors, staple guns, and more., • Perform heavy lifting (50+ lbs) during the setup process., • Ensure safety and quality throughout the installation and deinstallation process., • Manage inventory related to event installations, including fabric and carpentry materials. Required Qualifications: • Previous experience in carpentry, set design/building, and/or event production (similar experience to Met Gala-style installations is a plus)., • Comfort working with both hand tools and power tools to create and install carpentry elements., • Knowledge of fabric handling, draping, and the ability to work with different types of materials., • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics for event setups., • Comfortable working on lifts or scaffolding and with heights (12ft minimum)., • Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying a minimum of 50 pounds., • Flexible availability for evening and weekend shifts; willingness to work extended hours as needed., • Strong attention to detail and an eye for design with a sense of creativity., • Team player: Must be able to collaborate effectively and solve problems as they arise., • Previous experience with large event installations, such as tents, drapery, or large structures, is highly preferred., • Additional Information:, • This position is hands-on and involves being physically active throughout the day, including lifting, climbing, and working on ladders or lifts., • Candidates must be adaptable and willing to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment to ensure smooth event execution., • If you are a detail-oriented and hardworking individual with the skills to contribute to large-scale event production, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of an exciting, high-profile event installation team!

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  • Baker
    Baker
    3 days ago
    $16–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Long Island City, Queens

    maman is a cafe-bakery-kitchen-event-catering company founded in 2014 by owners Elisa Marshall and Benjamin Sormonte in soho nyc, focusing on homemade baked goods and comforting foods that bring them back to their own mothers' cooking and warmth of home. maman offers delicious food and beverage as well as aesthetically pleasing spaces covered in rustic charm, blue and white ceramics, custom designed cups, and plenty of bunnies and greenery. maman is many things in one but it all stems back to family and the strong family we create within our team. we aim to serve your daily coffee and lunch, cater your next major event, or host the most special occasions in your life. We're looking for a baker to join maman's commissary team! What you'll do: You will be working alongside the pastry production supervisor and two other bakers. • Bake and create in a specific station, • Learn the maman recipes, • Always keep the kitchen sparkling, no one likes working in a messy place!, • At maman everyone does a bit of everything. We all like to switch it up and help out with any position on the floor. We truly believe team work makes the dream work and don't have cookie cutter job descriptions What we're looking for: • You are an experienced back of house professional with a sweet tooth for cookies, • You have a knowledge of pastry and able to lift and move 50lbs, • You make people feel good, especially your team, • You work positively and collaboratively to achieve the highest standards of delivery, • You learn quickly and are able to adapt to maman's unique culture, • Flexible schedule that will include weekends, holidays, and special events, • If we get stuck in an elevator together, you'll crack a joke and we'll laugh along the way What's in it for you: • Great opportunity to progress with maman, internal mobility and growth will be encouraged when possible Keep in mind that maman is growing and developing everyday. We all do a little bit of everything like to roll our sleeves up and get our hands dirty to help a colleague out. We are looking for awesome, hard-working people that are all about creating the most memorable experience for every single maman customer.

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  • Retail Sales Assistant
    Retail Sales Assistant
    13 days ago
    $20–$30 hourly
    Full-time
    Secaucus

    Vivacity Management is hiring an Entry Level Retail Sales Assistant to support our retail development team as we continue to grow across North Jersey. This is a face-to-face role designed for individuals who are motivated, people-oriented, and eager to develop professional sales and leadership skills. Whether you’re starting your career or making a fresh move this year, this opportunity offers hands-on training, real responsibility, and a clear path into business management. As an Entry Level Retail Sales Assistant, you’ll work directly with customers representing nationally recognized telecommunications clients. You’ll learn how to deliver solutions, manage customer relationships, and support daily operations while gaining experience that translates into leadership and management roles. No door-to-door sales. No cold calling. Key Responsibilities: • Engage with customers in person to promote products and services, • Provide customer support and recommend tailored solutions, • Track customer interactions using CRM systems, • Handle objections and confidently present service options, • Build strong relationships with customers and team members, • Support management initiatives and team goals What We’re Looking For: • Strong communication and customer service skills, • Coachable mindset with a willingness to learn, • Reliable and able to work as needed, • Comfortable using basic technology and CRM tools, • Organized, solution-oriented, and team-focused, • Must be 18+, • 2 or 4-year degree in business management or similar area of study Why Vivacity Management: • Entry-level position with paid training, • Performance bonuses and incentives, • Professional development and leadership training, • Community involvement and team-building events, • Clear advancement paths into Management and leadership roles, • Philanthropic Events, • Top Performers earn $85,000 +, • Weekly guaranteed pay, • W2 position, • In-State and Out-of-State Networking Events Ready for a Fresh Start? If you’re looking to build real skills, gain experience, and grow into management, apply today and start your career with Vivacity Management.

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  • Solar Sales Consultant (Full Cycle)
    Solar Sales Consultant (Full Cycle)
    18 days ago
    Full-time
    Mott Haven, The Bronx

    Solar Sales Consultant (Full Cycle) - Bronx, NY This is not a desk job. This is a career for people who want to earn more, grow faster, and develop real sales skills. At Mpower Solar, you’ll learn to generate opportunities, run consultations, and guide homeowners through the solar journey, backed by structured training, mentorship, and a performance-driven culture. If you’re polished, motivated, and ready to work, we’ll teach you the rest. Earn While You Grow • OTE: $145,000–$200,000+ Top performers who fully commit to the system can consistency exceed $400,000 annually., • Weekly base pay + Uncapped commissions + performance bonuses, • Paid training covering solar product knowledge, lead development, and closing strategies, • Clear advancement paths into senior sales and leadership roles, • Team incentives, competitions, and company events, • A Supportive, High-Energy Culture, • Company Transportation Provided What You’ll Do: In this full-cycle role, you’ll generate opportunities and lead homeowners through the solar process from the first conversation to a signed agreement • Engage homeowners through high-impact, face-to-face conversations, • Generate, qualify, and manage your own solar appointments, • Conduct in-home consultations using Mpower’s structured presentation framework, • Educate homeowners on solar, savings, and long-term value, • Guide customers through the process from initial conversation to signed agreement, • Maintain professional follow-up and build strong customer relationships, • Participate in ongoing coaching, product education, and leadership development Who Thrives Here: This role is ideal for individuals who are early in their career but serious about growth. You’ll succeed if you: • Present yourself professionally and communicate clearly, • Are hungry, coachable, and performance-driven, • Want real training instead of being left to figure things out alone, • Enjoy face-to-face interaction and building rapport with people, • Take accountability for your results and development, • Sales experience helps, but professionalism, attitude, and willingness to learn matter more. Training & Growth At Mpower Solar, development is not optional, it’s part of the culture. You’ll receive: • Structured onboarding and hands-on training, • Daily coaching and skill development, • Ongoing mentorship from experienced leaders, • Clear paths into senior sales and leadership roles, • Our goal is not just to hire, it’s to develop future leaders. Many of our top consultants started with little or no solar experience, just professionalism, work ethic, and coach-ability. About Mpower Solar: Founded in 2009, Mpower Solar has helped homeowners transition to clean energy while building a culture centered on growth, accountability, and leadership development. Our structured training and mentorship programs are designed to help driven individuals build real careers in sales. This is an opportunity to build a long-term, high-income sales career with real training, leadership growth, and uncapped earning potential, while making a meaningful impact to our customers. Qualifications • Strong communication skills and professional presentation, • Comfort engaging homeowners in person, • High accountability and self-discipline, • Ability to operate independently within a team structure, • Ability to handle objections, create urgency, and ask for the sale, • Previous sales or customer-facing experience preferred, including solar, home improvement, automotive, real estate, consultative, or door-to-door (D2D) sales, • Integrity-driven with zero tolerance for misrepresentation, shortcuts, or unethical behavior, • Willingness to work evening and weekend, when the real money is made If you’re driven, polished, and ready to grow into a high-income career with real coaching and support, apply now.

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  • Chef / Cook
    Chef / Cook
    18 days ago
    Full-time
    Long Island City, Queens

    Catering Chef / Commissary Kitchen Corporate Catering Production – Creative Chef Wanted We are seeking a talented and organized Chef / Cook to take ownership of all catering production in our commissary kitchen. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys creating beautiful, high-quality platters and catering displays for corporate clients. This role is ideal for a chef who takes pride in presentation, organization, and producing consistent, high-quality food for events and office catering. Responsibilities • Prepare and execute a wide range of corporate catering platters and boxes, • Cook and prepare proteins including steak, chicken, and seasonal vegetables, • Produce visually appealing crudité platters, mezze boards, fruit displays, and charcuterie boards, • Prepare assorted salads, sandwiches, and composed catering trays, • Create beautifully arranged platters and catering boxes suitable for corporate clients and events, • Maintain high standards of food quality, freshness, and presentation, • Manage production schedules and prep in the commissary kitchen, • Maintain clean and organized workspaces while following food safety standards Ideal Candidate • Experience in catering, commissary kitchens, restaurants, or private chef work, • Strong knife skills and ability to work with proteins, vegetables, and fresh ingredients, • Skilled in food presentation and platter design, • Organized and able to manage prep timelines and catering orders, • Passion for producing visually impressive food displays, • Dependable, professional, and detail-oriented

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  • Personal Assistant (PA)
    Personal Assistant (PA)
    1 month ago
    $22–$30 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Creative Operations & Growth Role We are looking for a smart, capable, and creative in-person assistant to work directly with a founder managing multiple creative and physical projects in New York City. This is a hands-on, growth-oriented role for someone who wants to build alongside a founder and expand into real responsibility over time. The work spans venue support, event production, sourcing materials, light construction coordination, textiles/apparel projects, and general operational support. If you are someone who likes being trusted, solving problems, and thinking creatively — this role is for you. What You’ll Do (To Start) • Visit vendors, markets, showrooms, and suppliers, • Coordinate small deliveries and pickups, • Meet contractors or service providers when needed, • Help prep for events and installations, • Organize supplies and track materials, • Assist with scheduling and follow-ups, • Track expenses and protect budgets, • Smart, sharp, and observant, • Creative thinker — you look for better, smarter ways to do things, • Financially aware and cost-conscious, • Comfortable interacting confidently in person, • Reliable and detail-oriented, • Able to shift between creative environments and practical tasks, • Calm under pressure, • NYC-based, • Part-time to start, • Hourly compensation based on experience, • Flexible schedule (including occasional events), • Long-term growth potential $22–$30/hr depending on experience. Part-time. Hours may fluctuate based on project cycles. To apply, please include a resume and: 1. A brief example of a problem you solved creatively., 2. Why you’re interested in working directly with a founder., 3. Your current weekly availability in NYC.

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  • Logistics Coordinator
    Logistics Coordinator
    1 month ago
    $35–$40 hourly
    Part-time
    Long Island City, Queens

    We are a fast-growing experiential marketing agency seeking reliable, detail-oriented Logistics Coordinators to support premium brand activations across Northern New Jersey, Central New Jersey, and New York City. This is a part-time, freelance opportunity ideal for professionals who value flexibility while maintaining high standards of execution. Role Overview: Logistics Coordinators are responsible for the full lifecycle of activation kit management • Collect activation kits from a designated storage unit (Manhattan or Northern NJ), • Transport kits to assigned on-premise and off-premise accounts, • Complete professional setup of activation materials, • Ensure kits are installed according to provided visual guidelines, • Return post-event to break down the setup, • Transport and return kits to storage, • You will be the final operational touchpoint representing our agency — punctuality, professionalism, and precision are non-negotiable. Responsibilities • Pick up and return activation kits to/from storage, • Follow exact routing and time windows provided, • Deliver within strict event timeframes (arrivals must align within a 10-minute window), • Complete setup according to provided instructions, • Communicate immediately if delays or issues arise, • Provide clear photos of completed setups and breakdowns, • Maintain organization and care of all materials, • Safely transport kits (items typically under 50 lbs) Ideal Candidate • Based in Northern NJ, Central NJ, or NYC, • Has a reliable personal vehicle (priority given to applicants using their own vehicle), • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record, • Comfortable driving in NYC/NJ metro areas, • Highly punctual and dependable, • Strong communicator (must respond quickly during active shifts), • Detail-oriented and organized, • Professional appearance and demeanor, • Available evenings and weekends Experience in: • Brand activations, • Event logistics, • Field marketing, • Delivery or route-based operations are strongly preferred. Compensation • Flat-rate pay per event (includes mileage, tolls, and parking), • Events typically 2–4 hours door-to-door, • Opportunity for recurring weekly work, • High performers will receive priority scheduling and expanded opportunities as the agency scales Commitment Expectations • This is not a gig-app role., • We are building a dependable logistics team to support premium brand partners. Coordinators must: • Follow exact routing and process instructions, • Respect strict timing requirements, • Maintain consistent communication standards, • Represent the agency professionally at all times To Apply, please include: • Your location (city + state), • Whether you have a personal vehicle you are willing to use, • Vehicle type, • Availability (days/times), • Relevant experience

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  • Kitchen Crew Member (Part-time)
    Kitchen Crew Member (Part-time)
    1 month ago
    $16.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Clinton Hill, Brooklyn

    Secondz launched America’s first Ready-to-Cook curry puff brand — handcrafted, bold, globally inspired flavors designed for modern convenience. Even though we started as a Direct-to-Consumer & Retail Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), most of our customers are buying Ready-to-Eat at pop up events across Brooklyn. This year, we are entering our next phase of growth and have been selected by Smorgasburg to be a food vendor. We're looking for dependable, detail-oriented kitchen crew members who care about quality, consistency, and moving with purpose. We currently operate out of a shared kitchen space and we're not a restaurant. What You’ll Do • Prepare and cook fillings and dough (e.g., chicken curry, jerk chicken, beef rendang, vegetarian blends), • Portion, assemble, and crimp puff pastries to Secondz standards, • Operate ovens, air fryers, and commercial kitchen equipment safely, • Maintain high food safety and sanitation standards, • Assist with batching, labeling, packaging, and inventory prep, • Support R&D test batches when needed, • Maintain clean, organized prep stations, • Assist with loading and packing for pop-ups or wholesale orders What We’re Looking For • Prior kitchen or food prep experience preferred (but not required), • Ability to follow recipes precisely and work efficiently, • Strong attention to detail (our crimp matters!), • Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment, • Able to lift 40 lbs and stand for extended periods, • Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented, • NYC Food Handler’s Certificate (or willingness to obtain) Bonus If You Have • Experience in pastry, dumpling, or hand-formed products, • Experience with batch cooking or food production, • Interest in Southeast Asian or global cuisines, • Experience working farmers markets or pop-ups What You’ll Gain • Hands-on experience building a fast-growing food brand, • Exposure to product development and new flavor launches, • Opportunity to grow into leadership roles as we scale, • A collaborative, mission-driven team environment

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  • Development Manager
    Development Manager
    2 months ago
    $65000–$75000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Development Manager New York, NY Description About Encore: Known widely as Broadways longest running act of loving care, Encore’s mission is to improve the quality of life for older New Yorkers so they are not just surviving, but thriving. Through a robust array of programming, Encore takes a “no wrong door approach to ensure Seniors are able to age in place comfortably for as long as possible. Encore is recognized as one of the most respected and trusted nonprofit organizations providing services for older New Yorkers in New York City. Encore is on the cutting edge in the human service field and is a staunch advocate not only for older New Yorkers but also for the essential human service employees who serve as the City’s safety net. Do not miss this chance to work for a mission-oriented organization, which centers employees as its number one resource. About Position: To meet the ambitious mission and programmatic objectives of Encore Community Services’ growth and strategic plan, the Development Department drives and stewards the organization’s relationships with its funders. This team works to secure foundation grants, corporate sponsorships, and individual giving to support Encore’s robust programs and service. The Development Manager will be responsible for effectively managing the Development Department’s database and operations. Duties will include all data management (gift entry, acknowledgments coding systems, analysis, reporting, staff training), direct mail (writing, producing print and email campaigns according to a yearly calendar), and development systems support (overseeing mailings, prospect research, event support, special projects). Benefits: This position is a full-time position with benefits that include medical insurance (with Employee contribution), Dental & Vision plans with coverage beginning on the first day of hire, generous paid time off (vacation, personal days, sick days and earned floating holidays), 403(b) with 3% Employer Match after a year of employment, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care and transit benefits. Requirements Data Administration · Develop and oversee all data entry/donation processing, create coding systems for consistent donor tracking, create donor portfolios for relevant staff, build out our metrics systems that measure performance; · Create dashboards tracking development performance, budget versus actuals, and other representations of donor activities and outcomes; · Create consistency and efficiency in the development department’s data collection, maintenance, and reporting; · Prepare and mail thank you/acknowledgment letters to donors; · Create and maintain reports that help drive the department’s decision-making; lead in creating a department driven by data; · Assist in budget planning with donor reports and data analysis. Direct mail · Create annual mail/email plan and revenue budget each fiscal year; · Write, produce, and mail written solicitations for small gifts, donor cultivation pieces, holiday appeals, Giving Tuesday, etc.; · Plan and execute complimentary email strategies in tandem with written appeals, mailings, and other digital initiatives; · Oversee Mailchimp data syncing, email design, and maintenance to successfully communicate and fundraise with a variety of communities; Development Operations · Assist with planning and executing special events and projects (mailings, revenue reports, donor tracking, maintaining RSVP lists, run event check-in, budget recap of revenue for events); · Liaise with Finance to ensure systematic recording & reconciliation, and develop a clear understanding of how development can best work with Finance to ensure accurate reporting; · Develop a training program to ensure the development team is utilizing our data systems to their fullest capabilities; · Ensure development has systems in place to be more efficient; letterhead, envelopes, and other supplies are available; · Assist with donor prospecting for team members; · Assemble media kits for meetings with stakeholders and donors; · Assist with updating the website; · Volunteer engagement, orientation, and support when needed; Qualifications and Skills · Associate’s or Bachelor’s level (degree-holding/currently enrolled or equivalent in experience); · Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint) and Adobe; · Strongly Preferred - proficient with DonorPerfect or other donor/customer database management software or a quick learner; · Experience with prospecting software such as Donor Search or Wealth Engine; · Excellent writing, communication, organizational, and time-management skills; · Detail-oriented; · Interest in working in the nonprofit sector or aging services a plus; · Must be a team player, be flexible, and take initiative; · Be willing to work on-site at Development Office located in midtown Manhattan (Ninth and 49th), three or four times a week. Strongly Preferred Qualifications · Experience in DonorPerfect · Writing (grant, appeals, newsletters, press releases) · 1-2 years of work experience in a fundraising environment

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